Pets fill shelters after the holidays

As the holiday season comes to a close and families take down holiday decor, shelters nationwide are filled with their own guests — actually they’re filled to capacity with surrendered

‘Tis the season: the cold vs. the flu

Influenza, or flu, and the common cold are both viral infections that are virtually similar, but are ultimately caused by different viruses.  The severity of symptoms, treatment options and prevention

Big rig overturns on I-5 in Castaic, no injuries

Two traffic collisions on the southbound lanes of Interstate 5, one involving two big rigs, resulted in bumper to bumper traffic on Interstate 5 in Castaic early Tuesday afternoon.  “We

The Canyon to host a Saugus Benefit Concert

To raise money for the victims of the Saugus High School Shooting, The Canyon is partnering with a member in the community to host a Saugus benefit concert with performances

Plane crashes near Highway 14, one killed

By Vivianna Shields, Caleb Lunetta and Bobby Block A pilot was killed in a fiery plane crash Saturday morning near the Newhall Avenue off ramp of Highway 14.  “We have

Express Clydesdales return to Santa Clarita

Staffing firm Express Employment Professionals and Carousel Ranch teamed up Friday to host a fundraiser at the local nonprofit equestrian-therapy facility, which gave families a chance to visit with the

Henry Mayo offers diabetes-prevention program

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital is offering a 12-month diabetes-prevention program to the community to help those who are at risk of developing the disease.  PreventT2, a lifestyle-change program, is led

Monthly community talent competition debut

On the fourth Thursday of each month, the city of Santa Clarita is hosting an ongoing talent competition called “You’re the Best” at The Main, where members of the community

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Two-car collision on Jakes Way, one transport

A two-vehicle traffic collision near Jakes Way and Fahren Court in Canyon Country Thursday afternoon, resulted in one person taken to the hospital for injuries.  “One patient was transported at

Seniors ring in the new year

Seniors at Bella Vida welcomed the new decade with the senior center’s “Roaring ’20s”’-themed celebration Tuesday, as seniors dressed in ’20s attire and danced to rock ’n’ roll.  “We are

Businesses opening in 2020

A new year also means new business in the Santa Clarita Valley.  In the new year, the community should look out for a slate of new businesses in the SCV.

Make 2020 the year of health

Starting the new year with lifestyle changes to improve your mindset and health will reward you in the new year, health experts say.  In 2018, 45% of people wanted to