Organizers weigh in on how to get things in order
April 20, 2019 8:00 am
Many people choose the start of a new year as an opportunity to make changes in their lives, such as becoming more organized. The new year is well underway, but
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Canyon Country Party City set to close its doors
April 19, 2019 10:46 pm
After opening in 2015, Canyon Country’s Party City will soon close its doors to the public. The store, located at 19037 Golden Valley Road, will start liquidation sales and shut
A closer look at AB 5 and other bills that deal with Dynamex decision
April 19, 2019 6:41 pm
More than 2,000 new proposals were introduced for this year’s California legislative year, including Assembly Bill 5, one of a handful of bills that could dramatically affect both businesses and
New locator signs help trail users share location with emergency responders
April 19, 2019 11:27 am
With a new emergency location system installed across 94 miles of trails, hikers and cyclists will now be easier to find during emergencies. The city of Santa Clarita recently installed
Santa Clarita named ‘Employer of the Year’ for internship programs
April 19, 2019 6:31 am
The city of Santa Clarita recently earned the title as a 2019 Employer of the Year for its college internship programs. At an annual conference March 29 in Napa, the
New SCV senior center announces dedication, opening day
April 19, 2019 5:39 am
The much-anticipated new Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center is finally here, and members of the community will have a chance to tour the locale before its official opening day April
City, developers receive first round of feedback on inclusive playground
April 17, 2019 11:02 pm
More than a dozen members of the community offered feedback Tuesday about the proposed inclusive playground at Canyon Country Park, including some who said the play area’s design might accommodate
Homeless playwright, son meet with Santa Clarita Homeless Task Force
April 17, 2019 5:59 pm
By day, Peachanda DuBose sits behind the wheel of her car delivering goods for two food carrier services across the Santa Clarita Valley. Once nightfall hits, she gets to what
SoCal Gas responds to city’s questions on Placerita Creek pipeline work
April 17, 2019 10:23 am
Southern California Gas Co. officials responded to questions raised by the City Council about a violation notice of the Clean Water Act the utility received during work in Placerita Canyon,
City, sheriff’s station designate April as Distracted Driving Awareness month
April 15, 2019 10:17 pm
The city of Santa Clarita joined the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station and other law enforcement agencies across the nation in designating April as Distracted Driving Awareness month. “Santa Clarita
2019 Cowboy Festival brings out more than 10,000 visitors
April 15, 2019 10:03 pm
More than 10,000 people gathered at William S. Hart Park and Heritage Junction over the weekend to celebrate the wild West at the 2019 Cowboy Festival hosted by the city
City’s 1st female building inspector blazes trail
April 14, 2019 6:00 am
By 4:30 a.m., Jennifer Turcios is tending to her four children, making sure all their snacks, homework and after-school materials are packed for another day. Just a couple hours later,
Feedback sought for proposed inclusive playground
April 13, 2019 10:31 am
Santa Claritans will have a chance to give the city ideas and feedback about a proposed inclusive playground at Canyon Country Park. The city has scheduled a public meeting 6-8
Santa Clarita has fastest rent growth in L.A. metro area, report finds
April 12, 2019 6:33 pm
Santa Clarita ranked No. 18 for having the fastest year-over-year rent growth among medium-sized cities, according to recent Apartment List data. The report tracked rent growth, median prices and market
Three Western legends inducted into Walk of Western Stars
April 11, 2019 8:24 pm
The names of three legends of Western film and television officially joined the Walk of Western Stars as the city of Santa Clarita unveiled the newest inductees Thursday. This year,
Bridge to Home thanks county, city for gap funding support
April 11, 2019 2:30 pm
Bridge to Home officials gathered Thursday morning to formally thank Los Angeles County Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger and the city of Santa Clarita for providing gap funding as the
Westfield: $100M plan includes Costco, luxury cinema
April 11, 2019 6:00 am
Westfield Valencia Town Center officials announced a $100-million investment Wednesday to add features, including a new Costco, luxury cinema and fitness center, dramatically transforming the site of one of the
City Council approves more than $260,000 in contracts, grants to address homelessness
April 11, 2019 5:28 am
The Santa Clarita City Council took a step forward Tuesday on the topic of homelessness after awarding contracts and grants totaling more than $260,000 to address the local issue. Council
Santa Clarita City Council discusses mayoral election process
April 10, 2019 5:37 am
After a heated mayoral rotation in December, the Santa Clarita City Council brought up the mayoral election process once again Tuesday, this time discussing their views on whether a long-time
SCV Chamber, business leaders discuss local issues
April 6, 2019 10:00 am
A group of about 20 Santa Clarita Valley business leaders recently met with legislative leaders in Sacramento to advocate on issues relevant to local businesses, including independent contractors and workforce