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1852 - Acton gold mine owner & California Gov. Henry Tifft Gage born in New York [story]
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Winter Concert Series Coming to Castaic Middle School
Tuesday, Nov 19, 2019

Castaic Union School District and Castaic Middle School are proud to announce the upcoming Winter Concert Series with performances on Thursday, Dec. 5, at 6:00 p.m. and Thursday, Dec. 12, at 6:00 p.m. The Castaic Middle School Beginning and Advanced Band feature a total of 78 musicians, performing on...

Nov. 22-24: Festival of Trees Benefiting Boys & Girls Club SCV
Tuesday, Oct 22, 2019

Mark your calendars and support Santa Clarita’s children and teens at Festival of Trees. This year’s event will be held at Westfield Valencia Town Center, Friday Nov. 22 – Sunday, Nov.24. Held the weekend before Thanksgiving, Festival of Trees is Santa Clarita’s kick-off to the holiday season....

Dec. 21-23: SC Transit to Host Holiday Light Tour
Tuesday, Dec 19, 2017

Dec. 16: Annual ‘Festividad for Christ’ Christmas Celebration
Tuesday, Dec 12, 2017

Continuing more than a decade of Christmas tradition, Faith Community Church will host the 12th Annual “Festividad for Christ” Christmas celebration for its neighbors in Newhall. Guests will be served a free lunch, and given a frozen turkey to take home for their own Christmas celebrations. A snow...

City Offers Tips on Green, Eco-Friendly Holiday
Thursday, Dec 7, 2017

Going “Green” this season is the greatest gift you can give to the earth and ultimately to our families and future. By giving responsibly, being creative and reusing materials you can reduce environmental impact. Celebrate this year with these fun and festive eco-friendly tips: 1. Buy locally-made...

Dec. 3: Lazy Dog Restaurant to Host Breakfast with Santa
Monday, Nov 27, 2017

Enjoy breakfast with Santa while engaging in arts and crafts with live entertainment, Sunday from 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. at Lazy Dog Restaurant and Bar. There’s no better time to hand deliver that important list to Santa. To RSVP, call Lazy Dog at (661) 253-9996 Menu: Scrambled eggs, 2 pieces...

Dec. 3: TPC Valencia to Hold Santa Brunch

TPC Valencia will hold a Santa Brunch, Sunday, Dec. 3, from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Mr. & Mrs. Claus will be making their annual visit to the club for photos with the kids. The menu will feature a gourmet brunch. Menu Features Breakfast Pastries & Traditional Breakfast Favorites Made-to-Order...

Michael Hoefflin Foundation Requesting Donations for 2017 Family Holiday Baskets
Thursday, Nov 16, 2017

Preparations are underway at the Michael Hoefflin Foundation as it gets ready for the 2017 Family Holiday Baskets. The Foundation will distribute approximately 250 holiday baskets to families who have been impacted by cancer. It is only through the generosity of the community that the foundation is...

Dec. 2: Castaic Lake Winter Magic, Lighted Boat Parade

The Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation in cooperation with the Friends of Castaic Lake, will be hosting the 24th Annual Castaic Lake Winter Magic and Lighted Boat Parade, Saturday, Dec. 2nd at Paradise Cove, lower lagoon. Festivities begin at 2:00 p.m. and parade begins at 5:00 p.m. Event-goers...

Dec. 9-10: Holiday Hoedown 2017 at Gilchrist Farm
Tuesday, Nov 7, 2017

Gilchrist Farm will hold its annual Holiday Hoedown on Dec. 9-10 from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The farm is located at 30116 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, 91390. Festivities include the Holiday Horse and Rider Costume Parade on Saturday Dec. 9. In addition to the costume parade, event-goers...

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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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