CDC report: Autism impacts 1 in 31 U.S. children
April 28, 2025
By Jeff Louderback Contributing Writer A report released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on April 15 showed that 1 in 31 children in America has autism. The
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Holy Cross receives record-breaking $16 million gift for trauma and palliative care
April 28, 2025
News release Providence Holy Cross Medical Center announced the largest gift in its 64-year history − a $16 million donation from the estate of Julian and Gladys Saunders. The Mission
Canyon Country library celebrates Dia de los Ninos/Libros
April 26, 2025
As rain poured down on Saturday morning, children and families dashed for cover, many of them heading toward the Jo Anne Darcy Library. After drying themselves off, many guests walked
CDC: Measles outbreak likely bigger than thought
April 21, 2025
By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer The measles outbreak that started in Texas this year is likely larger than the reported numbers, a U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention official said
HMNH celebrates National Volunteer Week, honoring over 300 volunteers
April 21, 2025
News release This week Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital is recognizing and celebrating its volunteers during National Volunteer Week, April 20-26. This annual celebration honors the contributions of individuals who
CDC finds significant increase in invasive strep throat strain in several states
April 14, 2025
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer The frequency of invasive group A strep infections more than doubled over a nearly 10-year period, according to a study published by the U.S. Centers for
Photos: ‘Saddle Up Santa Clarita’ art exhibition
April 12, 2025
The city held an art reception for it’s “Saddle Up Santa Clarita” juried exhibition that highlights Santa Clarita’s Western heritage through paintings, photographs and mixed-media works on Friday evening at
Study: Shingles vaccine could reduce risk of dementia
April 8, 2025
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer A new study finds that the shingles vaccine sometimes offered to older adults has been associated with a decrease in the development of dementia later on.
Dixon Center gets $50K grant for youth mental health
April 7, 2025
News release Samuel Dixon Family Health Center Inc. has received a $50,000 Community Health Improvement Grant from Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital to fund expanded mental health services for youth
HMNH CEO appointed to Hospital Association of Southern California board
April 7, 2025
News release Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital President and CEO Kevin Klockenga has joined the board of directors of the Hospital Association of Southern California. On the HASC board, Klockenga serves
‘Leap Laboratory’ fundraiser sparks excitement for Children’s Museum
April 2, 2025
Community leaders unleashed their inner child at JCI Santa Clarita’s “Leap Laboratory: Night at the Museum” fundraiser on Tuesday night, enjoying an evening filled with science, magic, and sensory experiences.
Learning to adult, local students participate in financial literacy simulation
April 1, 2025
Calvin Jellings was met with a stressful and fun task on Saturday. The Canyon High School freshman was given a piece of paper with a fictitious person’s profile. The one
States move to ban using food stamps for soda
March 31, 2025
By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer States are beginning to take action to ban food stamp recipients from using their food stamps for soda. West Virginia will ask the U.S. Department of
Action Drug rehab launches monthly Narcan giveaway
March 31, 2025
News release Action Drug Rehab is launching a monthly Narcan giveaway in an ongoing effort to combat the opioid crisis. The first giveaway is scheduled noon to 2 p.m. Sunday
Measles outbreak in Texas, New Mexico surpasses 300 cases
March 22, 2025
By Tom Ozimek Contributing Writer The measles outbreak affecting Texas and New Mexico has now exceeded 300 cases, surpassing the 285 measles cases reported in the United States last year. The
Newhall church to host 8-week grief recovery program
March 21, 2025
News release Grief counselor Vicki Edwards is slated to lead an eight-week group grief and loss recovery program at First Presbyterian Church April 6 through June 8. The classes will
State agency grants Valladares’ request to add kids’ hearing aids to state plan
March 20, 2025
News release The Department of Managed Health Care has agreed with Sen. Suzette Martinez Valladares, R-Acton, and Sen. Shannon Grove, R-Bakersfield, that a hearing exam and hearing aids benefit is
From Matsudo to Santa Clarita, cultures connect
March 18, 2025
From sharing a home-cooked meal to ice skating at The Cube, three Japanese students from Matsudo, Japan, were ready to immerse themselves in American traditions and culture as they spent
FDA issues warning on laughing gas after increase in adverse events
March 17, 2025
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer The U.S. Food and Drug Administration warned last week that consumers should not use products that contain nitrous oxide due to potentially serious side effects that can
SCV Eco Alliance Film Fest returns for second year
March 13, 2025
The Santa Clarita Valley Eco Alliance Film Festival returned for its second year and saw over 100 guests at the College of the Canyons University Center on Saturday. According to