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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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Dec. 19: Cocoa, Cookies, Caroling at Newhall Community Center
Friday, Dec 13, 2013

‘Tis the season for family holiday fun, and community members are invited to enjoy a special evening filled with holiday cheer at the “Cocoa, Cookies and Caroling” event on Thursday, Dec. 19, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the City of Santa Clarita Newhall Community Center located at 22421 Market...

Dec. 21: ‘Night in Bethlehem’ at St. Stephen’s
Monday, Dec 9, 2013

The public is cordially invited to step back in time to first century Palestine at its “Night in Bethlehem” event on Saturday evening, Dec. 21. The event will combine elements of a Christmas pageant (with arrival of the Holy Family) along with a retelling of the Christmas story, singing of Christmas...

Dec. 14: ‘Festividad for Christ’ at Newhall’s Faith Community Church

Faith Community Church will continue a favorite community Christmas tradition by hosting the Eighth Annual “Festividad for Christ” celebration on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A carne asada lunch will be served, and church members will hand out wrapped gifts for children up to 13 years...

Dec. 14: ‘Spark of Love’ Toy Ride in Acton
Sunday, Dec 8, 2013

[KHTS] – For 21 years, the Los Angeles County Fire Department has been collecting toys for needy children through its Spark of Love Toy Drive. Kimberly Dwight, president of Equestrian Trails Inc. Corral 138, has been participating in the drive for the last six years with her organization’s...

You Can Help Santa Help a Family in Need
Saturday, Dec 7, 2013

Click to enlarge [KHTS] – Some children write letters to Santa Claus asking for iPads and the latest toys. Other children ask simply for some new shoes, pajamas or gifts for their little brothers and sisters. The Sierra Coastal District Post Office on Franklin Parkway off Highway 126 typically...

Dec. 14: A Bluesy Christmas Fundraiser at Vincenzo’s Newhall
Thursday, Dec 5, 2013

The Santa Clarita Valley Blues Society invites you to our Winter Fundraiser & Christmas Party on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Vincenzo’s Pizza, 24504 1/2 Lyons Ave., Newhall. For your entertainment, we are featuring our recent “Battle of the Blues Bands” Winners and...

‘Green’ Tips for Holidays; Tree Recycling Info

The city of Santa Clarita offers the following conservation tips for the holiday season:   REDUCE * Decorate your home with LED lights * Turn off holiday lights at bedtime * Carpool to holiday gatherings * Buy rechargeable batteries for electronics and use Energy Star battery chargers and power...

What Christmas is About? | Commentary by Darryl Manzer
Sunday, Dec 1, 2013

Darryl Manzer Thanksgiving evening I stopped by a large store started by a guy named Sam. It was packed. Had a huge problem finding parking within a couple of hundred yards of the entrance. I would bet the number of people in the place was at the capacity allowed by the fire inspector. Then there were...

Traditions
Thursday, Nov 28, 2013

We might be carefree the rest of the year, but when the holidays arrive, traditions are important. It all starts with Halloween, and if you live in Santa Clarita, your car will automatically find itself at Lombardi Ranch for the fabulous pumpkins. Thanksgiving? The feast would not be complete without...

Nov. 27-Dec. 5: Hanukkah Events in SCV
Tuesday, Nov 26, 2013

[KHTS] – Hanukkah has been celebrated by Jewish families across the world for thousands of years. This year, synagogues and Jewish congregations around the Santa Clarita Valley want to invite the community to celebrate the Festival of Lights with special events and services. This year, Hanukkah...

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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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