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1986 - COC board votes to allow Argentine cliff swallows to nest forever on sides of buildings [story]
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Sept. 9: Trinity Academy’s YAF Chapter to Commemorate 9/11
Wednesday, Sep 7, 2016

Students, faculty, staff, friends and family members, led by students of Trinity Classical Academy’s Chapter of Young Americans for Freedom (YAF), will honor the 2,977 lives that were lost 15 years ago on Sept. 11, 2001, by placing an American flag for each loved one, first responder, rescue worker,...

9/11: Remembrance Ceremony in Palmdale for Fallen First Responders
Tuesday, Aug 30, 2016

On Sunday, Sept. 11, at 9 a.m., the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, County of Los Angeles Fire Department, California Highway Patrol, U.S. Forest Service and California State Prison would like to invite the public to join us in remembering the heroes who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our...

9-1-1 Hoax Prompts Sheriff Response
Friday, Apr 1, 2016

A 7-year-old’s playtime with an old cell phone turned into disaster when he called 9-1-1, prompting the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station to encourage parents to have a conversation with their children. “A 7-year-old SCV boy was playing around with a cell phone that was not in service, but...

Five Days
Saturday, Sep 12, 2015

I wrote the following a few years ago and want to share it again. Just like the attack on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941, the attack on Sept. 11, 2001, was dastardly and unprovoked. I know I should have written this yesterday – but for me, just thinking about that day chokes me up. Let me share this...

More Volunteers Needed for 9/11 SCV Service Projects (on 9/12)
Sunday, Sep 6, 2015

Join fellow volunteers with HandsOn Santa Clarita in honor of 9/11 this week. Seven volunteer projects will take place Sept. 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Beforehand, on Sept. 11 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., a volunteer rally, T-shirt pickup and Evening of Remembrance ceremony will be held at the Westfield...

Trinity Students Ready to Remember 9/11, Benghazi

[Trinity Classical Academy] – Students, faculty, staff, friends and family members, led by students of Trinity Classical Academy’s Chapter of Young Americans for Freedom  will honor the 2,977 lives that were lost 14 years ago on Sept. 11, 2001, by placing an American flag for each loved one,...

Supes Looking to Divert Non-Emergency 911 Medical Callers
Friday, Jul 24, 2015

[Supv. Antonovich] – The Board of Supervisors approved a motion by L.A. County Mayor Michael D. Antonovich directing the Emergency Medical Services Agency to report back on community paramedic projects and county plans to implement new programs in pre-hospital care that will reduce unnecessary...

Trauma and Treadmills
Saturday, Jan 24, 2015

When two jumbo jets struck the World Trade Center, I was at the YMCA in Dorchester, Mass., and watched the events live, like so much of the world. And like much of the world, I watched in horror, but among strangers. Many people were at home when it happened and watching either alone or with loved ones....

Pledge Too Political?
Monday, Sep 15, 2014

Now I have heard it all. CBS Sports banned a commercial with a little girl reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. The ad supported something very American – a televised rodeo – around Sept. 11. The little girl in the commercial was the granddaughter of the owner of the company running the ad. He...

Nation’s Darkest Moment Galvanized Its Resolve
Thursday, Sep 11, 2014

Having been in Washington, D.C., on that fateful September day, I personally witnessed the destruction of our Pentagon and the devastating impact that these brutal attacks had on our nation’s capital. This was an unprovoked act of war designed and carried out by terrorists to weaken our nation and...

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1986 - COC board votes to allow Argentine cliff swallows to nest forever on sides of buildings [story]
swallows
As Volunteer Appreciation Week approaches, the County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control wishes to extend heartfelt gratitude to all its dedicated volunteers who tirelessly contribute to DACC's mission of advancing the well-being of animals and people in the County.
DACC Pays Recognition to Volunteers
The Canyon Country Farmers Market will be celebrating their two-year anniversary Wednesday, April 24.
April 24: Canyon Country Farmer’s Market Celebrates Two-Year Anniversary
The Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Auxiliary presented a $35,000 check Monday to the Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Foundation for the foundation’s Patient Tower Capital Campaign.
Henry Mayo Auxiliary Fulfills $600K Patient Tower Pledge
The Acton/Agua Dulce Arts Council has announced a call for entries for "Creature Feature," a juried art exhibition, with a theme of any living creature.
Entries Needed for ‘Creature Feature’ Art Show
The Acton/Agua Dulce Arts Council has announced a call for entries for a juried exhibit open to all photographers, both professional and amateur.
Acton/Agua Dulce Arts Council Announces Call for Photographers
Recently I had the opportunity, along with spcaLA President Madeline Bernstein and Inland Valley Humane Society & SPCA President Nikole Bresciani, to meet with NBC 4 reporter Kathy Vara to discuss the current challenges facing animal sheltering organizations.
Marcia Mayeda | Current Challenges in Animal Sheltering
As city manager for 12 years now and a longtime resident of Santa Clarita, I am always proud to see how our community continues to grow.
Ken Striplin | Visit Skyline Ranch Park – Santa Clarita’s Newest Amenity
The city of Santa Clarita’s Film Office released the list of six productions currently filming in the Santa Clarita Valley for the week of Monday, April 22 - Sunday, April 28.
Filming in Santa Clarita Includes Six Productions
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital is recognizing its valued volunteers during National Volunteer Week April 21-27.
Henry Mayo Celebrating National Volunteer Week
The regular meeting of the Saugus Union School District Governing Board will take place Tuesday, April 23, with closed session beginning at 5:30 p.m., followed immediately by public session at 6:30 p.m.
April 23: Saugus Union to Discuss 2023/24 Personnel Report
The Santa Clarita Community College District Board of Trustees will hold a self-evaluation workshop Wednesday, April 24, beginning at 2 p.m.
April 24: COC Board of Trustees’ Self-Evaluation Workshop
A Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy, who was severely injured in October after an explosion and fire at a Pitchess Detention Center mobile shooting range, died Saturday, LASD announced Sunday.
LASD Deputy Dies Months After Pitchess Shooting Range Explosion
1974 - Gov. Ronald Reagan speaks at dedication of COC's first permanent building, the William G. Bonelli Instructional Resource Center [story]
Ronald Reagan
1994 - Sand Canyon homeowner Eddie Murray sets MLB record for switch-hit home runs in games (11 times) [story]
Eddie Murray
1874 - First train out of L.A. to reach new town of San Fernando; Newhall 2 years later [story]
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Hello Auto Group has announced its partnership with the Santa Clarita Veteran Services Collaborative for the second annual Military Spouse Appreciation Event. This event, dedicated to honoring military spouses, will take place on Military Spouse Appreciation Day Friday, May 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Anthony Vince Nail Spa at 24250 Town Center Drive #140, Valencia, CA 91355.
May 10: Second Annual SCV Military Spouse Appreciation Event
The Santa Clarita Artists Association has announced the 2024 scholarship award recipients. These deserving individuals have shown excellence in their high school art education and shared their plans to continue their artistic endeavors.
SCAA Announces 2024 Scholarship Award Honorees
The Valley Industry Association of Santa Clarita is set to ignite innovation and transformation with its VIA Workforce Development Conference 2024 at the Hyatt Regency Valencia on Thursday, May 16. Jorge Marquez, chairman of the Los Angeles County Workforce Development Board, has been added to the list of speakers appearing at the event. He will serve as the opening speaker at the conference.
May 16: VIA Adds County Leader to Workforce Development Speakers List
The city of Santaw Clarita will host the Free To Be Me Festival for its third year at an exciting new location. On Sunday, May 5, from noon to 3 p.m., celebrate Santa Clarita’s special needs communities and their families at West Creek Park, 24247 Village Circle Drive, Valencia, CA 91354.
May 5: ‘Free to Be Me Festival’ at West Creek Park
The Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity and its regional partners have held the first of several upcoming rapid response events to urgently connect soon-to-be laid off local workers, impacted by the recent bankruptcy and closure of dozens of local 99 Cents Only Stores, to critical workforce services.
L.A. County Offers Help for Workers of 99 Cents Only Stores
Youth in Los Angeles County foster care as young as 13 can open their own checking and savings accounts without an adult co-owner through the Youth Access Banking program.
Foster Youth Access Banking Program Available in L.A. County
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