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1997 - Five bodies found during grading of Northlake development in Castaic; determined to be Jenkins graveyard [story]
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Brush Fire in Newhall Pass Jams Rush-Hour Traffic
Friday, Jul 17, 2015

A brush fire in the Newhall Pass wreaked havoc on rush-hour traffic Friday afternoon. The blaze broke out shortly before 4 p.m. near the Sierra Highway on-ramp to the 14 Freeway and quickly consumed 3 to 4 acres of brush. The truck lanes were closed, as was the entire 14 Freeway for a short time as...

Pavley Bill to Protect Abuse Victims is Now Law
Monday, Jul 6, 2015

Gov. Jerry Brown signed Senate Bill 307 into law Monday, giving judges the flexibility to protect victims of domestic violence and rape. The bill by state Sen. Fran Pavley, D-Agoura Hills, closes a loophole in the law by allowing judges to issue protective orders when sentencing a defendant to supervised...

Fundraiser to Benefit Little Dog with Big Personality
Friday, Jun 26, 2015

The Brittany Foundation has invited the community to participate in a fundraiser to benefit a miniature pinscher that has some serious health problems but a big personality. Lilly, a 3-year-old min-pin, has two bad knees and needs surgery that will cost upwards of $1,800 per knee. “Lilly is very...

July 9 Patriots Luncheon to Honor Veterans for Service
Thursday, Jun 18, 2015

The annual Patriots Luncheon hosted by the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce will be held Thursday, July 9, at the Hyatt Valencia Hotel. The luncheon honors military veterans from the Santa Clarita Valley, many of whom have continued to serve their community after leaving the service. Among this...

SCV NewsBreak for Wednesday, April 8, 2015
Wednesday, Apr 8, 2015

The City of Santa Clarita, Agua Dulce, Acton and San Fernando have called an emergency community meeting to discuss the high speed rail project. A plan to build 4,000 homes in the Northlake Community was approved in 1992 but still has not been completed. Assemblyman Scott Wilk recently asked for the...

SCVi Charter School to Host Annual Art Festival

By Tamara Sosa SCVi Charter School is hosting the 6th annual Express’tival art festival at their campus in Castaic on April 24. The student-led event will showcase student art and allow guests to enjoy live entertainment, dance performances and interactive activities for all ages from 1 p.m. to 7:30...

Barnes and Noble To Host Local Author at Special Event

A local priest will host a book signing at Barnes and Noble in Valencia on Friday, April 10 to discuss an incredible true story. Father Norm Supancheck of Bishop Alemany High School, teamed up with journalist, Marcus Brotherton, to write his memoir titled “When Love Calls: A Memoir of Great Devotion”. Beginning...

Hyatt Regency Valencia Participates In Annual Teddy Bear Drive
Tuesday, Apr 7, 2015

By Tamara Sosa Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital is partnering with the Hyatt Regency Valencia as they host the annual Donate A Bear Drive this month. The drive gives every child that comes into the emergency room at the hospital a teddy bear. The event has taken place for the last few years as an opportunity...

Kelso Succeeds Perez as Manager of SCVTV
Monday, Apr 6, 2015

SCVTV announced this week the hiring of a new production manager, Kristofer Kelso, who will be taking the reins of Santa Clarita’s only local television station this month. Kelso will succeed Megan Perez, who has held the top SCVTV staff position since the TV station came under nonprofit management...

Golden Valley Hires New Varsity Basketball Coach
Thursday, Apr 2, 2015

By Tamara Sosa   Golden Valley High School announced the hiring of a new Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach on Wednesday. Larry Keys will be replacing former Golden Valley Grizzlies coach, Dan Alon as the new head coach of the Varsity Boys Basketball Team. “I’m really excited about this opportunity....

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1997 - Five bodies found during grading of Northlake development in Castaic; determined to be Jenkins graveyard [story]
reburial
1905 - County buys property to build Newhall Jail (now next to city's Old Town Newhall Library) [story]
Old Newhall Jail
1910 - Newhall (Auto) Tunnel opens, bypassing Beale's Cut [story]
Newhall Tunnel
The city of Santa Clarita is seeking enthusiastic individuals with a passion for swimming, exceptional customer service and community engagement to join the lifeguard team.
Santa Clarita Seeks Applicants for Summer Lifeguard Jobs
California State Parks is calling all outdoor enthusiasts to step into the new year with a breath of fresh air. On Wednesday, Jan. 1, State Parks will host its highly anticipated First Day Hikes, offering over 90 guided hikes at more than 70 of California’s most iconic and breathtaking parks.
Jan. 1: California State Parks First Day Hikes
The South Coast Air Quality Management District has issued a residential No Burn Day Alert on Saturday, Dec. 21, for all those living in the South Coast Air Basin, which includes the Santa Clarita Valley.
Dec. 21: Residential No Burn Day in Santa Clarita Valley
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is urging residents to avoid consuming or feeding to their pets raw milk due to the ongoing spread of H5 bird flu in dairy cows.
Public Health Warns Against Consuming Raw Milk
The Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival is hosting a call for vendors for its return April 12 and 13, 2025.
Feb. 3: Deadline for Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival Vendors Applications
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is reminding residents to remain vigilant as the holidays approach and to use the preventive tools available to protect the county’s most vulnerable populations from COVID-19.
Protect the Most Vulnerable from COVID-19 this Holiday Season
The Zonta Club of Santa Clarita Valley will host a free Lifeforward workshop "All About Communication" on Saturday, Jan. 18, 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Valencia United Methodist Church, 25718 McBean Parkway. Valencia, CA 91355.
Jan. 18: Zonta Lifeforward Workshop ‘All About Communication’
Start the new year off with a InfluenceHER Building Transformative Mutual Mentorship meeting Tuesday, Jan. 14 at Kindred Spirits, 24510 Town Center Drive Valencia, CA 91355.
Jan. 14: InfluenceHER Building Transformative Mutual Mentorship
The Sundance Institute has unveiled the eagerly anticipated program for the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, the country’s premier stage for independent cinema.
CalArtians Among Sundance 2025 Lineup
Every year at my Foster Youth Holiday Party, it seems like the presents and kids’ smiles get bigger and bigger!
Kathryn Barger | Keeping Up With Kathryn
Annett Davis, the head coach of both the women's volleyball team and the beach volleyball team at The Masters University, has decided to step down as the head coach of the women's indoor volleyball team.
TMU Coach Davis to Focus on Beach Volleyball, Hafner Hired as Indoor Coach
The William S. Hart Union High School District has announced Naomi Kim, a senior at West Ranch High School, has earned the Congressional Award’s highest award: The Gold Medal.
West Ranch High’s Naomi Kim Earns Congressional Award Gold Medal
As families prepare to celebrate the holidays, the California Highway Patrol reminds everyone to prioritize safety on the road. To keep travelers safe throughout the busy holiday season, the CHP is initiating the first of two statewide Maximum Enforcement Periods this month to reduce traffic incidents by targeting unsafe driving behaviors and assisting motorists.
Dec. 24-25: CHP Maximum Enforcement, Home for the Holidays, Safety is Best Gift
The city of Santa Clarita has announced that renovations are coming to the Santa Clarita Public Library Valencia Branch. The Valencia Branch will be temporarily closed from Dec. 21 through Jan. 1, for a flooring renovation project.
Dec. 21-Jan. 1: Valencia Branch of Santa Clarita Public Library Closed for Renovation
Matias Castro a graduate of Golden Valley High School, three-time participant in the William S. Hart Union High School District Honor Band and current first-year student at University of Southern California, Thornton School of Music has been named a 2025 YoungArts winner with distinction in Jazz Alto Saxophone, the highest honor of the organization.
Matias Castro, Golden Valley High Grad, Named  2025 YoungArts Winner
There was no gold, frankincense or the anointing oil myrrh, but the hot sausage, pancakes and special gifts offered at the recent “Breakfast with Santa” held in Valencia were treats for dozens of children and their parents. It was a reminder of the meaning of this special holiday season.
Realtors Host Annual Holiday ‘Breakfast with Santa’ in Valencia
1892 - Benjamin Harrison establishes 555,520-acre San Gabriel Timberland Reserve (Angeles National Forest). First forest reserve in California, second in U.S. [story]
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Yes I Can Unity Through Music & Education, a nonprofit organization that provides career-skills training and employment services to adults with disabilities, presented certificates of recognition to Remo Inc. and Migrate Sound for the commitment to creating career opportunities for neurodiverse talent.
Yes I Can Honors Remo Inc., Migrate Sound
The MAIN and Outpost Media has announced the premiere of The Wolves, 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17, thru Sunday, Jan. 26, at the MAIN located at 24266 Main St., Santa Clarita, CA 91321.
The MAIN, Outpost Media Presents The Wolves
The Santa Clarita Community College District Board of Trustees, which oversees College of the Canyons, swore in recently elected board members, named its new officers, received recognitions for service and set its 2025 meeting schedule at the board’s business and organizational meeting held on Wednesday, Dec. 18.
COC Board of Trustees Swears in New Members
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