Acts of Kindness: A doctor in need gets much indeed
April 9, 2020
As the coronavirus pandemic began to ramp up a few weeks ago, the reality of the situation hit everyone differently. For Dr. Rebecca Patterson Judd with Facey Medical Group, it
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Acts of Kindness: Castaic Elementary continues ‘Be Kind’ tradition
April 9, 2020
Every Wednesday while at school, Castaic Elementary School staff and students would celebrate kindness. “We always wear our kindness T-shirts, put up our ‘Be Kind’ signs around the school and
Ways older adults can stay healthy and safe
April 7, 2020
Life has gotten significantly harder for approximately 6 million Californians age 65 and older, as Gov. Gavin Newsom continues to urge them to stay home to protect themselves from the
SCV health care providers remind residents it is safe to come in
April 7, 2020
While many health care providers have postponed non-emergent appointments and transitioned to telehealth services during the coronavirus pandemic, health care providers in the Santa Clarita Valley say they are continuing
UCLA to host blood drives in SCV
April 6, 2020
The University of California, Los Angeles, is hosting two blood drives in Valencia, as severe blood shortages continue due to an unprecedented number of blood-drive cancellations during the coronavirus outbreak.
Managing and understanding coronavirus mental health concerns
April 6, 2020
As Santa Clarita Valley residents continue to stay home during the coronavirus pandemic, the number of perceived mental health issues has begun to rise. Fear and anxiety about a disease
A little pizza goes a long way
April 6, 2020
Three local business owners came together to support the health care workers who have been working hard to support the community during the coronavirus pandemic, donating more than 200 pizzas
SCV residents helping each other out
April 5, 2020
When 62-year-old Janine Mai posted on Facebook, asking for suggestions because her usual home-delivery grocery service was completely booked, she had no idea she’d be overwhelmed by the replies. “What
An act of kindness: A good deed at the grocery store
April 2, 2020
As the news of the coronavirus continues to dominate headlines, it’s always nice to hear a story that makes you smile once and awhile. During these tough times, The Signal
Brothers give back to the community with a special alcohol-based product
March 31, 2020
Many of the supplies needed by the nation’s health care workers during the coronavirus pandemic are in short supply, including hand sanitizer. As it turns out, it can be produced
Supes expand emergency coronavirus protections
March 31, 2020
After a three-week hiatus, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors held its first virtual meeting Tuesday to vote on a wide range of issues related to the coronavirus pandemic.
Drive-by birthday surprise for Valencia teen
March 30, 2020
Being stuck at home during spring break because of the coronavirus has left many Santa Clarita Valley teens bummed out — but how would you feel if it were also
Newsom calls on health care workers to assist in coronavirus surge
March 30, 2020
Gov. Gavin Newsom, during a news conference Monday, announced an initiative to assist with the surge in COVID-19 cases California’s health care workforce is facing by recruiting individuals who can
Taking a walk on the wild side
March 29, 2020
As lines at Santa Clarita Valley grocery stores grow longer, naturalist Pascal Baudar is spending his time in the fresh air of the Angeles National Forest, foraging for wild plants.
Henry Mayo to host two blood drives
March 25, 2020
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital is hosting two blood drives next week to support the American Red Cross as it continues to face a severe blood shortage due to an unprecedented
Kaiser to temporarily close some SCV medical offices
March 25, 2020
Kaiser Permanente announced Wednesday that it has temporarily closed select medical offices in Santa Clarita due to the coronavirus. “We are at a critical moment in our fight against COVID-19,”
Ice Station closes permanently
March 25, 2020
After 20 years in business, Ice Station Valencia announced Wednesday it will be closing its doors permanently, effective immediately. This comes after a previous announcement that the rink would temporarily
Hart District shares uplifting distance learning stories
March 24, 2020
As students across the Santa Clarita Valley enter their second week of online distance learning, the William S. Hart Union High School District sought to keep staff spirits high with
Sheriff’s Department: Beware of COVID-19 scams online
March 24, 2020
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is warning residents to beware of online scams and hacking attempts related to the COVID-19 emergency. The Fraud and Cyber Crimes Bureau and Emerging
Department of Aging cautions those over 65 about coronavirus
March 24, 2020
As the number of confirmed coronavirus, or COVID-19, cases continues to rise, officials have ordered those over 65 to self-isolate, as they have proven to be statistically more vulnerable to