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1970 - Lagasse family helps save Mentryville buildings as Newhall and Malibu brush fires erupt & join into worst fire in SoCal history. Twelve fires over 10 days burn 525,000 acres, kill 13 people and destroy approx. 1,500 structures. [story]
Clampitt fire


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Crime Blotter: Theft, “Crimes of Opportunity” in Castaic
Thursday, Sep 7, 2017

Here is the Crime Information and Public Safety Report for Castaic / Val Verde (Zone 2): Week of August 28, 2017: 8-28-17 Theft- 31000 block of Castaic Road. The victim reported a “Jansport” backpack containing numerous items stolen from his unlocked vehicle. Among the items stolen were an “Apple...

Crime Blotter: Robbery, Grand Theft Auto in Castaic-Val Verde
Friday, Aug 11, 2017

Here is the Crime Information and Public Safety Report for Castaic/Val Verde (Zone 2) from the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station for the week of July 31-August 6, 2017: 7-31-17 Grand Theft Auto The victim called the station and reported her stolen vehicle was in the area of Castaic Road....

Crime Blotter: Thief Steals TV from Inn in Castaic
Monday, Jul 24, 2017

Only one crime in the Castaic-Val Verde area (Zone 2) was reported to the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station for the week of July 10. July 10 Petty Theft – 31400 block, Castaic Road The business reported a 40-inch Samsung TV stolen from a room at their Inn. The crime was captured on...

Crime Blotter: Grand Theft Auto, Vehicle Burglary in Castaic/Val Verde
Monday, Mar 6, 2017

Castaic/Val Verde: Crime Report for February 20-26, 2017 2/25/17 Grand Theft Auto- 27000 block of Violin Canyon Road The victim reported his 1996 Honda Accord was stolen in the early morning hours. The vehicle was recovered the next day and released to the owner. Grand Theft Auto- 31000 block of Ridge...

Crime Blotter: Theft, Residential Burglary in Castaic, Val Verde
Tuesday, Feb 7, 2017

Public Safety Report for Castaic / Val Verde (Zone 2): Week of January 30th, through February 5th, 2017 Crime Information and Public Safety Report for Castaic / Val Verde (Zone 2): Week of January 30th, through February 5th, 2017. The following part 1 crimes were reported this period. 1/30/17 Residential...

Crime Blotter: Robbery in Castaic, Val Verde
Friday, Feb 3, 2017

Castaic/ Val Verde: Crime Prevention & Public Safety Report for the Week of January 23-29, 2017 1/29/17 Robbery- 30000 block of San Martinez Road The business reported $1,500 is cash taken from the cash box behind the counter. The employee on duty was struck by one suspect with a bat while a second...

Crime Blotter: Grand Theft in Castaic, Val Verde
Friday, Jan 27, 2017

Castaic/Val Verde Crime Report: Week of January 16-22, 2017 Crime Information and Public Safety Report for Castaic / Val Verde (Zone 2): Week of January 16- 22, 2017. 1/16/17 Grand Theft- 27000 block of Turnberry Lane The business reported the copper water valve on the exterior of the building stolen...

Crime Blotter: Theft, Vehicle Burglary in Castaic, Val Verde
Monday, Jan 16, 2017

Castaic/ Val Verde: Public Safety & Crime Report for the week of January 2-8, 2017 Crime Information and Public Safety Report for Castaic / Val Verde (Zone 2): Week of January 2-8, 2017. 1/4/17 Theft- 30000 block of Hasley Canyon Road The victim reported a red Honda RX-100 motorcycle stolen from...

Crime Blotter: Petty Theft, Grand Theft Auto in Castaic, Val Verde
Monday, Nov 14, 2016

Castaic/ Val Verde Crime Report: Week of October 31, 2016 – November 5, 2016 Crime Information and Public Safety Report for Castaic / Val Verde (Zone 2): Week of October 31, 2016 – November 6, 2016 The following crimes were reported this period: 11/03/16 Petty Theft- 28000 block of Witherspooon...

Crime Blotter: Grand Theft Auto, Theft in Castaic Area
Friday, May 20, 2016

Castaic/Val Verde: Public Safety and Crime Information Report for 05/09/16 to 05/14/16 The following crimes were reported last week in Castaic / Val Verde (Zone 2): 5/9/16 Grand Theft Auto- 28000 block of Avenue Sherman. The victim reported his black flatbed trailer was stolen in the early morning hours....

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Public television station KCET selected three California State University, Northridge student films, all directed by women of color, to take part in its Fine Cut Film Festival.
CSUN Students Recognized by KCET Fine Cut Festival of Films
The Santa Clarita Community College District Board of Trustees will meet for a special joint meeting with the William S. Hart Union High School District Wednesday, Sept. 27, at 7 p.m.
Sept. 27: COC Board, Hart District Joint Meeting
The city of Santa Clarita’s Film Office released the three productions currently filming in the Santa Clarita Valley for the week of Monday, Sept. 25 - Sunday, Oct. 1.
Three Productions Currently Filming in Santa Clarita
1970 - Lagasse family helps save Mentryville buildings as Newhall and Malibu brush fires erupt & join into worst fire in SoCal history. Twelve fires over 10 days burn 525,000 acres, kill 13 people and destroy approx. 1,500 structures. [story]
Clampitt fire
1997 - Redevelopment of Old Town Newhall begins with groundbreaking of Railroad Avenue improvements [story]
dozer
1948 - Agua Dulce Women's Club organized [timeline]
Women's Club
An art exhibit, My Kind of Town by Justin N. Kim, will be on display at the Canyon Country Community Center, 18410 Sierra Highway, Santa Clarita, CA 91351, now through Dec. 8.
Art Exhibits on Display at Canyon Country Library, Community Center
Last Saturday, I was heartbroken to learn of Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer's murder. The 30-year-old Sheriff's deputy's life was taken from him as he was sitting in his patrol car just outside the Palmdale Sheriff's Station.
Kathyrn Barger | In Loving Memory
William S. Hart Union High School District Teacher of the Year Casey Cuny has been honored as one of the top 16 teachers in the county of Los Angeles by the Los Angeles County Office of Education. He is now officially nominated for the California Teacher of the Year.
Valencia High’s Casey Cuny Named One of County’s Top 16 Teachers
California State Senator Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, is pleased to announce that the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency has been awarded $5 million to improve sustainable groundwater use and storage through the California Department of Water Resources Sustainable Groundwater Management Grant Program.
Wilk Announces $5M Sustainable Groundwater Grant to SCV Water
The Santa Clarita City Council will hold its regular meeting Tuesday, Sept. 26, in open public session at 6 p.m.
Sept 26: City Council Meets to Discuss Proposed Lighting at Central Park
The William S. Hart Union High School District Golden Oak Adult School, a pillar of lifelong learning and community support, will celebrate its 75th anniversary with a special celebration on Thursday, Oct. 26.
Oct. 26: Golden Oak Adult School Celebrates 75 Year Anniversary
Completely redesigned and built in-house by the Information Services division, the city of Santa Clarita will launch a new website under the domain of SantaClarita.gov on Monday, Sept. 25.
City to Launch New SantaClarita.gov Website
Youth sports coaches for Winter Basketball for the city of Santa Clarita Youth Sports leagues are being sought.
Santa Clarita Youth Sports Winter Basketball Coaches Sought
Help beautify Canyon Country on Saturday, Oct. 7, 9 a.m. to noon, during Canyon Country Community Day. Volunteers will help city of Santa Clarita staff paint walls and re-mulch the parkways on Whites Canyon Road between Stillmore Street and Nadal Street.
Oct. 7: Canyon Country Community Day Seeks Volunteers
Cultural events, local history, incredible art, engaging programs for children, what would you like to see in a possible Santa Clarita Museum and Cultural Center? The City of Santa Clarita is exploring the possibility of developing a Museum and Cultural Center to showcase the community’s rich history, cultural heritage and to celebrate the diversity of the city.
Input Sought for Santa Clarita Museum, Cultural Center
Casino rocker Donny Parvo will appear in Old Town Newhall on Saturday, Sept. 23 with his “The Last Ride of the Load Ranger” tour. This is a one-night-only concert to benefit American Legion Post 507.
Sept. 23: Donny Parvo Benefit Concert for American Legion Post 507
The Saugus Union School District Governing Board is seeking applicants to fill the seat of board member Cassandra Love who is resigning her seat as Trustee Area 1 as of Oct. 2.
SUSD Governing Board Seeks Applicants to Fill Board Vacancy
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed Friday 177 new cases and two additional deaths from COVID-19 in the Santa Clarita Valley within the last week.
Weekly COVID-19 Roundup: Two New SCV Deaths; 177 New Cases
1923 - Newhall Chamber of Commerce organizes community cleanup day [story]
cleanup day
The Master's University women's volleyball team dominated in a three-set win 25-23, 25-19, 25-16 over the Westcliff Warriors Tuesday night in The MacArthur Center.
Lady Mustangs Dominate Warriors in Straight Sets
Los Angeles County is one of the most diverse counties in the country and the Sheriff’s Department is committed to equally protecting the rights of every member of the community regardless of their race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, or gender.
LASD Hosts Annual Hate Crimes Summit
In a match that was dominated by physical midfield play, The Master's University men's soccer team lost a non-conference game to the Vanguard Lions 1-0 Wednesday on Reese Field.
Mustangs Drop Non-Conference Game to Vanguard 0-1
Communities of color are often the first and most impacted by the human decisions that contribute to climate change.
CSUN Professor Helps Organize Touring Exhibit
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