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Feb. 10: ‘PTSD 911’ Documentary, Dinner Night
Tuesday, Jan 17, 2023

Mark your calendar for Friday Feb. 10 at 6 p.m. Exclusively First Responders in partnership with Guardians SCV presents: Dinner and a Movie for a cause, featuring the documentary film “PTSD 911.” The film “PTSD 911” is a powerful story of the real life emotional trauma suffered...

May 18: Out of the Darkness Campus Walk for Suicide Prevention
Thursday, Apr 11, 2019

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) will host the inaugural Out of the Darkness Campus Walk, Saturday, May 18, at College of the Canyons, Cougar Stadium. The event is meant to raise awareness on mental health. Illnesses do not discriminate. The walk is about bringing the community together...

Funeral Services Set for Newhall Fire Captain Wayne Habell
Friday, Aug 24, 2018

Fire Captain Wayne Habell of Fire Station 73 passed away unexpectedly at the age of 43. Captain Habell was a dedicated and respected member of the Los Angeles County Fire Department who faithfully served for 13 years. A flag ceremony was held Friday morning at Fire Station 73 on Newhall Avenue, where...

County: Suicide a Serious, Significant Public Health Issue
Monday, Jun 11, 2018

Many residents across Los Angeles County are mourning the recent deaths of well-loved personalities like Anthony Bourdain and Kate Spade. Suicide among such talented and outwardly successful individuals reminds us that personal struggles are often hidden from public view. These losses have sparked conversations...

Man Who Committed Suicide at Gun Club ID’d by Coroner
Tuesday, Sep 12, 2017

Los Angeles County Coroners’ officials have identified a man who killed himself Wednesday at Oak Tree Gun Club in Newhall as Maurice Keyshun Over, 20, of Panorama City. Over died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, and an autopsy indicated the wound was intentional, according to medical examiners...

Coroners ID Bridgeport Victim, Case Being Investigated as Possible Suicide
Wednesday, Mar 15, 2017

A man who died at the hospital Monday after being found injured in the parking lot of a Valencia apartment complex has been identified, and the case is being investigated as a possible suicide, officials said. Coroner’s officials identified the man as Lucas Rodriguez, 20, of Valencia. For the full...

Actor Kills Self on Facebook Live After Sexual Assault Arrest
Friday, Jan 27, 2017

A Hollywood actor from Texas who was living in Santa Clarita killed himself on a Facebook live stream Monday, officials said. Frederick Jay Bowdy, 34, of Canyon Country, killed himself Monday. Medical examiners revealed the cause of death as a single gunshot wound they believe was self-inflicted. For...

Henry Mayo Hosts SafeTALK to Prevent Suicide, Create Awareness
Wednesday, Nov 30, 2016

Henry Mayo hosts training program to help community become more aware of the signs of suicide and how to help. The SafeTALK training program to help people understand how to be aware of someone having suicidal thoughts and how to connect them with the resources they need. The training will be held at...

Suicides in L.A. County: ‘A Serious and Significant Public Health Issue’
Friday, Sep 9, 2016

[LACo Public Health] – More Los Angeles County residents die by suicide than from homicides, car crashes, or unintentional drug overdoses, according to newly published data from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. Along with the Department of Mental Health, Public Health encourages...

Suicidal 17-Year-Old Struck, Killed by Vehicles on I-5
Wednesday, Aug 31, 2016

[CHP] – On Wednesday at approximately 4:45 a.m., the Los Angeles Communications Center broadcast a call of a pedestrian running in the southbound traffic lanes of Interstate 5, south of Vista del Lago (Pyramid Lake). Shortly thereafter, a secondary call was broadcast of the pedestrian now running...

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1973 - Watergate figure H.R. "Bob" Haldeman, a former CalArts board member, resigns from Nixon White House [link]
Haldeman
College of the Canyons Men's Golf claimed its 14th straight Western State Conference Championship at Crystalaire Country Club on Monday, with sophomore Ethan Posthumus also winning the conference's individual championship and three Cougars earning All-WSC accolades.
Canyons Claims 14th Men’s Golf WSC Championship, Posthumus Takes Individual Title
As a family artist collective based in Boyle Heights, Kalli Arte Collective expresses emotion through various forms of artwork.
May 3-22: ‘Our Sun Will Rise’ Art Exhibit at CSUN
The LEAP Children's Museum has announced its second annual pop-up event, running every Friday (except July 4), Saturday and Sunday from Friday, June 7 to Sunday, July 6, at the Valencia Town Center Patios, across from The Children’s Place near the playground.
LEAP Children’s Museum Hosts Exclusive Summer Pop-Up Event in Valencia
Los Angeles County’s first responders have released"Resilience," a new documentary spotlighting the heroic actions of first responders who risked their lives battling the Eaton and Palisades Fires.
County First Responders Release L.A. Wildfire Documentary
The California Department of Motor Vehicles is warning Californians not to respond to texts that appear to be from the DMV asking them to pay for outstanding tolls. The DMV wants customers to know that it will never reach out by text to ask for payment or personal information.
DMV Warns of Fraudulent Text Scam Asking for Toll Payments
The city of Santa Clarita Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will meet 6 p.m. Thursday, May 1 at Council Chambers to receive an update on Old Orchard Park consturction.
May 1: Parks Commission to Hear Update on Old Orchard Park
Black caps and gowns will fill the center of California State University, Northridge campus next month as thousands of graduating students cross the stage in front of CSUN’s iconic University Library as CSUN celebrates its 2025 commencement.
CSUN Schedules Commence Ceremonies for 10,000+ Grads
The Assembly Natural Resources Committee has advanced the Landfill Safety Act (AB28), authored by Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo (D-Chatsworth), in a step toward protecting public health and preventing future landfill disasters.
Schiavo’s Landfill Fire Safety Act Advances
Mimi’s Cafe in Valencia has been demolished to make way for the construction of a Yard House restaurant.
Mimi’s Cafe Makes Way for Anticipated Yard House Restaurant
The first of Six Flags Hurricane Harbor water parks, Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles, located in Valencia, opened June 16, 1995. It will celebrate its 30th anniversary this summer.
Opens May 24: Hurricane Harbor Celebrates 30th Anniversary with Makeover
2002 - LASD Deputy David March, Canyon grad & Saugus resident, murdered during traffic stop [story]
Deputy David March
Placerita Nature Center will host a free drum circle led by Arianna Monge, 2 p.m. Sunday, May 18.
May 18: Community Drum Circle at Placerita Nature Center
Senator Suzette Valladares (R-Santa Clarita) announced that her bill to exempt tips from taxes, (SB 17) has passed unanimously out of the Senate Revenue and Taxation Committee with a 5-0 vote.
Valladares’ ‘No Tax on Tips’ Bill Gets Approval from Senate Committee
The Santa Clarita Artists Association has issued a call to artists for "Black and White," art show which will open Thursday, June 19 through Sunday, July 27 at the SCAA 6th Street Gallery, 22508 6th St., Newhall, CA 91321.
June 1: Call to Artists for SCAA ‘Black and White’ Deadline
The last day to purchase tickets for the Child & Family Center’s biggest fundraiser of the year, the 36th Annual Taste of the Town, will be Wednesday, April 30.
April 30: Last Day to Purchase Tickets for 36th Annual ‘Taste of the Town’
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department has announced the launch of its latest public safety campaign, “Emergency Lights? Pull to the Right.”
LASD Launches Safe Driving Campaign, ‘Emergency Lights? Pull to the Right’
Now is the time to join the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Santa Clarita Valley, Saturday, May 3 at Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350.
May 3: Last Call to Join Relay For Life of Santa Clarita Valley
Santa Clarita Symphony Orchestra invites music lovers to an unforgettable evening of passion, power and farewell with “The Romantic Symphony” on May 10 at 7 p.m. at the Canyon High School Performing Arts Center.
May 10: Santa Clarita Symphony Presents ‘The Romantic Symphony’
The Saugus Union School District Measure EE Citizens Oversight Committee meeting will be held 6 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7, at Cedarcreek Elementary, 27792 Camp Plenty Road, Canyon Country, CA 91351 in the Edible Garden Flex Classroom (Science Lab).
May 1: SUSD Measure EE Citizens Oversight Committee Meets
Saddle up for a wild ride with the theatrical production of "Wild Dust" presented by Showdown Stage Company, Friday, May 23- Sunday, June 1 at the MAIN.
May 23-June 1: ‘Wild Dust’ at The MAIN
The Master's University men's track and field team took home the GSAC championship, and the women finished second on Friday, April 25 in Aliso Viejo.
TMU Men’s Track Takes GSAC Crown
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