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1852 - Acton gold mine owner & California Gov. Henry Tifft Gage born in New York [story]
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Collection of Basses Stolen from Local Guitarist
Friday, Dec 30, 2016

A world famous touring guitarist is hoping whoever stole or now has a valuable collection of basses stolen from a public storage locker returns them. Bryan Beller, who tours alongside legendary guitarists Joe Satriani and Steve Vai, returned home from tour this week to check on a few of his very recognizable...

ID Pending on Woman Killed in Crash Thursday Morning

Medical examiners have yet to release the identity of a woman killed in a crash Thursday morning. The husband, who sustained moderate to serious injuries in the crash, according to officials, is in stable condition at a local hospital; however, an official with the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office...

Skeletal Remains Found in Agua Dulce Remain Unidentified
Thursday, Dec 29, 2016

Coroner’s Office medical examiners have yet to identify skeletal remains that were found in Agua Dulce on Christmas Day. The remains were found near a trail on the 8300 block of Escondido Canyon Road, according to officials with the Coroner’s Office. A rider on horseback found the body while riding...

Motorist Killed in Traffic Collision on Kelly Johnson Parkway, Rye Canyon Road

A motorist was reportedly killed in a traffic collision, officials said Thursday morning. Deputies are investigating a potentially fatal crash near the intersection of Rye Canyon Road and Kelly Johnson Parkway. For the full story, click [here].

Saugus Union School District Selects Board President and Clerk
Wednesday, Dec 28, 2016

Saugus Union School District board president and clerk were selected earlier this month at the district’s board meeting to help provide leadership “seamlessly” into a new year. After being elected to the board of trustees in November 2014, David Powell and Christopher Trunkey advanced to board...

County to Decide Fate of Chiquita Canyon Landfill in January
Friday, Dec 23, 2016

After years of discussion, the future of Chiquita Canyon Landfill and its attempt to increase waste hauling operations, is expected to be decided sometime in the first quarter of 2017. A Dec. 13 hearing at West Ranch High gave area residents, business interests and government officials yet another chance...

Acton Agua Dulce Unified School District Superintendent Steps Down
Tuesday, Dec 20, 2016

The Acton Agua Dulce Unified School District superintendent is stepping down in January, officials said Tuesday. Brent Woodard, who took over the cash-strapped district more than two years ago with the stated goal of bolstering the district’s attendance, has struggled to achieve those aims with his...

Highway 126 Crash Leaves Mother Dead, Children Injured

California Highway Patrol officers are investigating a fatal crash on Highway 126 that left a mother dead, her two children in critical condition and several others injured Monday afternoon. Based on their initial investigation, CHP officers suspect the crash might have been caused by Jonathan Castro,...

SCV Students Above their Average Peer on Fitness Tests
Monday, Dec 19, 2016

Santa Clarita Valley students are head and shoulders above their average peer statewide in terms of fitness, according to 2015-16 statewide test results. One of the ways California gauges classroom health is through the Physical Fitness Test, which measures six areas assessed annually considered among...

DVC of SCV Treats Clients to Spa Day
Friday, Dec 16, 2016

The Domestic Violence Center of SCV treated nearly 50 of its clients to spa days as part of an “I Am So Worth It” event. The event was supported by Wells Fargo and Mary Kay Cosmetics, who help donate the money and services to treat the women, which is part of the healing process the center provides...

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1852 - Acton gold mine owner & California Gov. Henry Tifft Gage born in New York [story]
Henry Gage
Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger is urging residents to remain vigilant as a powerful storm system moves through Los Angeles County, bringing periods of heavy rain and rapidly changing conditions.
Barger Urges Residents to Stay Alert, Follow Evacuation Orders
Thirteen suspects were arrested, and more than $800,000 in stolen merchandise was recovered following a coordinated, multi-agency operation targeting an organized retail theft network operating across Northern California.
CHP Makes Multiple Arrests Made in Statewide Organized Retail Theft Investigation
The California State Transportation Agency today announced a new joint effort by two of its departments, the Department of Motor Vehicles and California Highway Patrol, to curb excessive speeding and prevent deadly crashes.
Pilot Program to Crack Down on Extreme Speeding
The city of Santa Clarita invites the community to heat up the holiday season at the Holiday Spice Salsa Edition on Saturday, Dec. 27, at the Canyon Country Community Center, located at 18410 Sierra Highway Santa Clarita, CA 91351.
Dec. 27: Holiday Spice Salsa Edition at Canyon Country Community Center
1965 - Signal newspaper owner Scott Newhall shows up for a duel (of words) with rival Canyon Country newspaper publisher Art Evans, who no-shows and folds his paper soon after [story]
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As winter storms enter Los Angeles County, the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control urges pet owners to take necessary precautions in light of the significant storms expected to last for five days.
DACC Urges Pet Owners to Prioritize Safety Ahead of Storm
Brayden Miner scored 31 points and Rylan Starr had 24 as The Master's University men's basketball team crushed Bethesda University 145-59 The MacArthur Center.
Season’s Best Offensive Performance Leads TMU Over Bethesda
From surprise Santa arrivals to stacks of gifts waiting for young hands, the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley delivered holiday cheer on a large scale this season, reaching hundreds of children and teens throughout the Santa Clarita Valley, including Clubhouses in Canyon Country, Newhall, Val Verde and Castaic.
Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley Spreads Holiday Cheer
Princess Cruises, headquartered in Santa Clarita, embraced a cherished maritime tradition in a uniquely festive way, celebrating a symbolic christening of its Rose Parade float with a ceremonial break of a bottle of Pantalones Organic Tequila.
Princess Cruises Christens Star Princess Tournament of Roses Float
The Golden Globes have ushered in awards season with the announcement of the 2026 nominees across 28 categories. Among this year’s contenders is Pixar’s "Elio," which earned a nomination for Best Motion Picture – Animated.
CalArtian-Directed ‘Elio’ Nominated for 2026 Golden Globe
The National Weather Service has issued a "Hazardous Weather" warning for the Santa Clarita Valley and Southern California.
NWS Issues Flood, High Wind Warnings for SCV, Southland
Detectives from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Missing Persons Unit are asking for the public’s help locating at-Risk missing person Drew Barrick Russell.
LASD Asks for Help Locating Missing Santa Clarita Man
1997 - Five bodies found during grading of Northlake development in Castaic; determined to be Jenkins graveyard [story]
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Old Town Newhall Public Library will host "Spice Travels," Friday, Jan. 2, 9:15-9:30 a.m. at 24500 Main St., Santa Clarita, CA 91321.
Jan. 2: Explore Global Cuisine with ‘Spice Travels ‘ at Newhall Library
The California Highway Patrol encourages the public to “brake” the habit of speeding this holiday season. The CHP will launch a Holiday Enforcement Period starting at 6:01 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24, and ending at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 25.
Dec. 24-25: CHP Launches Holiday Enforcement Period
Volunteers are needed to help clear brush and restore the tread from the existing lower Gates and Twister trails 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Dec. 27.
Dec. 27: Volunteers Needed for SCV Trail Users Workday
Join InfluenceHER's "Redefining Happiness, a Candid Conversation for the Modern Woman," 4-6 p.m., Friday, Jan. 16 at the Venue Valencia.
Jan. 16: InfluenceHER- Redefining Happiness, A Candid Conversation for the Modern Woman
The Santa Clarita Public Library system has announced that all library branches will close at 1 p.m. on Christmas Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 24, and remain closed on Christmas Day, Thursday, Dec. 25, in observance of Christmas.
Santa Clarita Public Library Holiday Hours
Students pursuing an undergraduate degree in water resource-related fields are invited to apply for the 2026/27 ACWA Edward G. “Jerry” Gladbach Scholarship, offered by the Association of California Water Agencies in partnership with SCV Water. Applications are now being accepted through March 1, 2026.
SCV Water Announces 2026/27 ACWA Edward G. ‘Jerry’ Gladbach Scholarship
Chloe Auble scored a career-high 40 points and Allie Miller came a rebound away from her first career triple-double as The Master's University Women's Basketball team defeated the Bethesda Lion Angels 125-24 in the MacArthur Center.
Lady Mustangs Break Scoring Records in Win
Vallarta Food Enterprises, headquartered in Santa Clarita, has been ordered by a federal court to comply with subpoenas relating to charges of employment discrimination.
Federal Court Orders Vallarta to Comply with EEOC Subpoenas
Burrtec Waste Industries has partnered with the city of Santa Clarita to establish three convenient locations for residents to recycle real holiday trees this season.
Dec. 26-Jan. 10: Recycle Trees, Wreaths at City Drop-Off Locations
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