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1873 - Vasquez gang raids Kingston in (now) Kings County; ties up townspeople, makes off with $2,500 in cash and jewels [story]
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Outdoor Open House in Placerita (Video)
Monday, May 14, 2012

The usually serene Placerita Canyon State Park was bustling with activity Saturday during an open house that drew hundreds of visitors. Activities for the kids included a treasure hunt, faux gold panning, a family hike and a live animal show. “It’s one of our largest and most demanding...

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Works has announced several SCV-area road closures this Friday for the Amgen Tour of California bicycle race. Street: Sierra Highway to Avenue S / Pearblossom Highway, road closure from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Street: Sierra Highway to Pearblossom Highway / Angeles...

Saturday, May 12, 2012

A Littlerock toddler is alive today thanks to an alert older brother and a fast response from some trained Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies. The incident began Saturday at 10:18 a.m. when a 16-year-old boy called 9-1-1 to report that his 15-month-old brother wasn’t breathing at the family...

Thursday, May 10, 2012

UPDATE: The victim has been identified as Noe Vasquez, age 35, residence unknown. The La Canada Valley Sun reports that he may have sustained a gunshot wound, but the official cause of death has not been determined. ==== The body of an unidentified man was found early Thursday morning on Angeles Crest...

Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Shares of Sears Holding Corp. jumped more than 15 percent Tuesday afternoon on word that the retailer will be telling its stockholders Wednesday that they’ll see a profit of an estimated $1.46 to $1.84 per share on continuing operations for the first quarter of 2012 ($155 million to $195 million),...

May 15: Learn About Int’l Trade at VIA Luncheon

A panel of experts will share their insights into international trade at the Valley Industry Association’s monthly luncheon in May. Participating in the discussion will be Steve Tannehill, executive director of Small Business Development Center at College of the Canyons and acting director of the Center...

Friday, Apr 20, 2012

The Santa Clarita Street Fair returns to the stadium parking lot at College of the Canyons’ Valencia campus Saturday and Sunday, April 28 and 29, to provide free family fun for Santa Clarita. Guests can explore unique merchandise from a variety of different vendors, have a delicious lunch from a Gourmet...

Monday, Apr 16, 2012

Plum Canyon Elementary School will hold a “Spring cleaning” fundraiser Saturday, April 21, to help the Class of 2013 get to Camp CIMI in October. CIMI is the Catalina Island Marine Institute, and Plum Canyon sixth graders spend a week there to study marine biology and ecology. The camp enriches...

May 12: Open House at Saugus Gibbon Center
Saturday, Apr 14, 2012

The Gibbon Conservation Center in Saugus will hold a Spring Open House on Saturday, May 12, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The open house provides a rare opportunity to see these small, endangered southeast Asian apes, which the conservation center protects. Moms get in free in celebration of Mother’s...

Mixers Vacating Bouquet Location
Tuesday, Apr 10, 2012

Mixers is leaving. Saturday, April 14, will be the last day for the popular dinner and entertainment venue at 26532 Bouquet Canyon Road. Restaurant operators said they’re planning to reopen in a new SCV location – but the new location has not yet been determined. They released the following...

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Boys and girls Foothill League soccer teams have been on holiday schedule this past week, with some teams taking time off and others playing non-league matches. Consequently, league standings haven’t changed much.
Foothill League Soccer: Holiday Non-League Matches
College of the Canyons women's basketball notched another mark in the win column, as the Cougars were able to stack a second straight road victory 54-46 at Oxnard College on Wednesday, Dec. 17.
Cougars Notch Another Victory, 54-46 at Oxnard College
1873 - Vasquez gang raids Kingston in (now) Kings County; ties up townspeople, makes off with $2,500 in cash and jewels [story]
Kingston
The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station has issued the following traffic alerts: Due to heavy rains, the westbound right lane is closed on Soledad Canyon Road between Camp Plenty Road and Langside Avenue.
SCV Sheriff’s Station Issues Traffic Alert on Soledad Canyon Road
Fostering Youth Independence’s recent Charlie Brown Holiday party was attended by dozens of local foster youth and their volunteer Allies.
Fostering Youth Independence Hosts Holiday PJ Party
The National Weather Service as issued the following alerts for the Santa Clarita Valley. Flood Watch until Dec. 26, 4 p.m. PST, High Wind Warning until Dec. 25, 3 p.m. PST.
NWS Issues Flood Watch for SCV Through Friday
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 in 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]
reburial
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
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