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1978 - Southern Pacific Saugus depot closes; later moved to Hart Park [story]
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Antonovich Calls Brown’s Prison Solution Dangerous
Wednesday, Jan 9, 2013

“The Governor needs to stop playing politics with prison advocates and labor unions and take responsible actions to comply with the court order in a cost-effective way without jeopardizing public safety,” said Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich. “The option to contract for more prison beds provides...

Road Improvements OK’d for Big Pines Highway
Tuesday, Jan 8, 2013

The Board of Supervisors approved roadway reconstruction and retaining wall improvements on Big Pines Highway and a roadway seal coating on 42nd Street West in Quartz Hill, Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich announced Tuesday. The roadway seal coating on 42nd Street West is jurisdictionally shared by the...

Supervisors Pursuing Next Step to Clean Up Assessor’s Office
Friday, Jan 4, 2013

Michael D. Antonovich A motion by Supervisors Michael D. Antonovich and Mark Ridley-Thomas directs the Chief Information Officer and the County Counsel to determine the technological and legislative changes required before the Board of Supervisors can direct the adoption of recommendations suggested...

Antonovich Praises Passage of Bill Giving Child Welfare Agencies Access to School Records
Thursday, Jan 3, 2013

On a motion by Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors sent a five signature letter to the California Congressional Delegation urging support for the Uninterrupted Scholars Act (S. 3472), which has passed through the United States Congress and now awaits the President’s...

Antonovich: Opposition to Flood Control Tax Hike Mounts
Thursday, Dec 20, 2012

In yet another setback for Flood Control District’s effort to impose additional storm water fees on County property owners, the United Chambers of the San Fernando Valley and the Long Beach Unified School District have voted to oppose the new tax, Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich announced Thursday. “The...

October Probation Sweeps: 10% Arrested, 56 Weapons Seized
Monday, Dec 17, 2012

During the month of October, Los Angeles County D.I.S.A.R.M. officers arrested 132 probationers and confiscated 56 firearms and more than $7 million in illegal drugs and drug money, Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich announced Monday. In conjunction with local law enforcement, 1308 searches were conducted...

Antonovich Honored by Public Works Assn.
Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012

From left: Chris A.Vogt, President of the American Public Works Association, Southern California Chapter; Antonovich; Elizabeth Treadway, National President of the American Public Works Association. Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich was the recipient of the 2012 American Public Works Association, Southern...

Anotonovich: 5th District Groups Oppose Storm Water Fee Hike

[Supv. Antonovich] – The sneak attack to raise additional taxes on property owners has suffered another setback with the San Gabriel Valley Legislative Coalition of Chambers and the West Covina Unified School District voting to oppose the Flood Control District’s effort to impose additional storm...

Antonovich Pet of the Week (12-11-12): Pearl
Tuesday, Dec 11, 2012

At Tuesday’s meeting of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich presented the pet of the week: Pearl, a 3 month-old Maltese-poodle mix . Pearl is one of many pets available for adoption at a county animal shelter near you. For information about adopting a pet,...

County’s New ‘Dark Skies’ Ordinance Takes Effect Wednesday
Monday, Dec 10, 2012

Los Angeles County Supervisors Michael D. Antonovich and Zev Yaroslavsky have announced that the County’s Rural Outdoor Lighting District Ordinance becomes effective Wednesday, Dec. 12. Also known as “Dark Skies,” the ordinance establishes outdoor lighting regulations and standards in select unincorporated...

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1978 - Southern Pacific Saugus depot closes; later moved to Hart Park [story]
Saugus depot
Finally Family Homes is looking for tiny home building assistant volunteers to help create affordable housing while making a pathway to ownership attainable for college-aged foster youth.
Volunteers Needed to Help Build Tiny Homes
The city of Santa Clarita has announced that starting Friday, Nov. 15 evening at 9 p.m. through Sunday Nov. 17 morning at 6 a.m., there will be a full road closure on Copper Hill Drive between Avenida Rancho Tesoro and McBean Parkway.
Nov. 15-17: Lane Closures for Copper Hill Bridge Widening Project
"Christmas Carol: The True Meaning of Christmas" hosted by the Canyon Theatre Guild will perform weekends beginning Friday, Nov. 29 thru Monday, Dec. 23 at 24242 Main St., Newhall, CA 91321.
Nov. 29: ‘Christmas Carol, The True Meaning of Christmas’
College of the Canyons will host a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Speaker Series on Friday, Nov. 22 in an effort to engage, inform and inspire students interested in pursuing careers in STEM fields.
Nov. 22: COC to Host STEM Speaker Series
Rescue a recipe from the scrap bin and craft into a personalized cookbook using reclaimed materials, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesday Dec. 10 at the Valencia library, 23743 West Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita, CA 91355.
Dec. 10: Reclaimed Recipes, Make Your Own Cookbook at Valencia Library
ARTree Community Arts Center will host a continuation of the courtyard beautification project with a teen Paint a Rock event, Saturday, Nov. 30, noon-3 p.m. at 22508 6th St., Newhall CA 91321.
Nov. 30: ARTree Teen Event Paint a Rock Beautification Courtyard Event
California State Parks invites all off-roading enthusiasts to the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation (OHMVR) Division’s Fall OHV Safety Week from Nov. 16 to 24. This year’s theme, “Share the Trails,” focuses on fostering respect, responsibility and a sense of community for all who enjoy California’s diverse off-highway trails.
Nov. 16-24: ‘Share the Trails’ During Fall OHV Safety Week
Placerita Canyon Nature Center will host its Holiday Craft Fair Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 7-8, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Placerita Canyon Natural Area, 19152 Placerita Canyon Road, Newhall, CA 91321.
Dec. 7-8: Placerita Canyon Nature Center Holiday Craft Fair
The California Department of Transportation has been awarded a $5.6 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation as part of the 2023 Advanced Transportation Technology and Innovation program to provide real-time, critical information to drivers by connecting vehicles and roadside equipment with cellular networks.
Caltrans Awarded $5.6M for Safety, Reduced Travel Times
Freshman kicker Luis Rodriguez drilled a 21-yard field goal as time expired, lifting No. 12 Canyons to a 27-24 comeback victory over No. 14 Bakersfield College at Cougar Stadium on Saturday Nov. 9.
Rodriguez’ Kick Lifts No. 12 Canyons past No. 14 Bakersfield 27-24
The Santa Clarita Valley Water Public Outreach and Legislation Committee will hold a meeting Thursday, Nov. 21, at 5:30 p.m., in the Engineering Services Section Boardroom, 26521 Summit Circle in Santa Clarita.
Nov. 21: SCV Water Public Outreach, Legislation Committee Meeting
In a tense three sets that found The Master's University's women's volleyball team having to come from behind, the No. 1-seeded Lady Mustangs defeated the No. 4-seed Embry-Riddle Eagles 25-22, 26-24, 25-17 to win the semifinals of the GSAC Women's Volleyball Championship Tournament Tuesday night, Nov. 12 in The MacArthur Center.
Lady Mustangs Head to Championship in Women’s Volleyball
1935 - Voters approve $22,000 construction bond to build a bigger Saugus School. WPA kicked in another $17,181 [story]
Saugus School
Today in SCV History (Nov. 14)
The 39th Annual CSUN Powwow will take place on Saturday, Nov. 30, to celebrate the American Indian communities living in L.A. Country and throughout Southern California.
Nov. 30 CSUN 39th Annual Powwow
College of the Canyons announced it was one of 25 winners to receive a 2024 Open Education Awards for Excellence for its Open For Antiracism Project.
COC Receives International Award for OER Antiracism Project
The County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation is thrilled to announce the return of its annual Harvest Festival, taking place from Nov. 14 to 26.
Nov. 14: Harvest Festival Fall Fun at County Parks
For the third consecutive year, Billboard has recognized California State University, Northridge as one of its Top Music Business Schools of 2024.
Billboard Magazine Names CSUN a 2024 “Top Music Business School”
The newly launched Sun Princess brings an exciting lineup of first-ever holiday experiences to the high seas, transforming its decks into a festive paradise for the season.
Sun Princess Debuts New Holiday Experiences
I think we’re all glad that the extreme heat of the past few months here in southern California has passed, and we are now enjoying some beautiful fall days.
Marcia Mayeda | Winter, Holiday Safety Tips for Pets
In a continued effort to protect California’s youngest passengers, the California Highway Patrol prioritizes child passenger safety through the “California Restraint Safety Education and Training” campaign.
CHP Secures Federal Grant for Child Passenger Safety Campaign
Dance by nature is collaborative — between dancers and choreographers, music and movement, and performers and the audience. 
Nov. 20: ‘Colaboratoria’ Showcases CSUN Choreographers
1966 - Pico No. 4 oil well listed as a National Historic Landmark [story]
Pico No. 4
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Missing Persons Unit is asking for the public’s help locating Missing Person, Rene Antonio Leon.
LASD Seeks Public’s Help Locating Missing Newhall Man
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