County Public Health responds to privacy breach
June 19, 2024
News release Between Feb. 19 and Feb. 20, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health experienced a phishing attack in which a hacker was able to gain log-in credentials
Health and Lifestyle
Health and Lifestyle
Study: Energy drinks pose health risk to those with genetic heart conditions
June 18, 2024
By Naveen Athrappully Contributing Writer Consumption of energy drinks by people with genetic heart issues puts them at risk of cardiac events, according to a recent study. “Energy drinks potentially can
Study: Drugs Like Ozempic Can Impact Taste Sensitivity in Obese Women
June 17, 2024
By Naveen Athrappully Contributing Writer The use of drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy by women suffering from obesity could end up altering their sensitivity to sweet taste, according to a
SCV Girl Scout troop raises awareness of ‘period poverty’
June 12, 2024
Red Ruby Equity, an initiative by Girl Scout Troop 242, is tackling period poverty in Santa Clarita one menstrual product at a time. According to one of the three fliers
Sourdough from Scratch: 4 variations of friendship breads
June 9, 2024
(Family Features) What better way to celebrate friendship and camaraderie than with comforting foods all can enjoy. Sourdoughs and friendship breads may go in and out of fashion, but you
Commune with California’s Diverse Marine Life
June 9, 2024
By Visit California California’s western border is edged by oceans, bays, and other tidal waterways — all populated with their own colorful residents. Depending on the location, you can see
3 Tips for Fueling Summer Adventures
June 9, 2024
(Family Features) Summer is the time to get outside and remember the importance of outdoor activities that can be enjoyed as a family. Encouraging children at an early age to
Circle of Hope to host Hoedown fundraiser
June 5, 2024
News release Get ready to dust off those cowboy boots and join Circle of Hope Cancer Wellness Center for its Hoedown for Hope barbecue and music fundraiser. The
Beyond the classroom: Valencia High School students create compelling marketing campaign
June 3, 2024
Valencia High School juniors Nika Moosavi, Ishita Puggera and Jaden Nakamura took their leadership and confidence skills to a new level. The school’s chapter of Distributive Education Clubs of America,
Goat yoga: The kids are all right
June 3, 2024
Recently turned 2-month-old baby goats Lexi and Goldie were roaming around a field full of tall grass and wildflowers. As the two “kids” — as goats under a year old
Forming friendships: Scout’s buddy bench project at Mint Canyon Elementary
June 2, 2024
Joseph Wickham-Vilaubi, Life Scout from Scouts BSA 303A, had difficulty making friends during his years at Mint Canyon Elementary School when he was growing up. As someone with autism it
Teaching respect and remembrance: Scouts honor fallen soldiers
May 26, 2024
Kim Carden, committee chair and leader for Cub Scout Pack No. 494, led her group of second-grade Cub Scouts as they carefully placed an American flag on numerous graves. “Salute,”
A torn knee ligament can heal without surgery, study shows
May 26, 2024
By Henry Jom Contributing Writer For years, it was believed that a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament — the band of dense connective tissue inside the knee that runs from the femur
$2,000 raised for SCV Food Pantry at bowling fundraiser
May 25, 2024
The Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry, a local nonprofit organization aimed to alleviate hunger for local residents, recently held its first-ever bowling fundraiser, “Bowl to End Hunger in Our Valley,”
Photography program culminates with student exhibit at Old Town Newhall Library
May 23, 2024
Santa Clarita homeschooled teens Andreya Garcia and twin brothers Eithan and Matthew Gaxiola were looking for enrichment programs to meet other students their age. On their own separate accounts, all
Henry Mayo Trauma Center celebrates 40 years
May 21, 2024
There was a message of gratitude Tuesday at Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital as a procession of representatives for local elected officials spoke, providing the usual form of recognition — a
Toddler bookworm triumph
May 20, 2024
Luca McFarlin completed a huge milestone for a 2-year-old toddler. With the help of his family, McFarlin read 1,000 books and became the sixth child to accomplish the 1,000 Books
Planning the Perfect Road Trip for Summer
May 19, 2024
A road trip can be a relaxing and exciting way to see the country. According to the financial firm IPX 1031, 51% of Americans planned to travel more in 2023
Saving the Santa Clarita Valley’s Natural Wonders
May 19, 2024
The city of Santa Clarita continues the work to completely encircle the city with a green belt of open space. At present, more than 13,000 acres of open space and
Ten Doctor-Recommended Healthcare Tips
May 19, 2024
We’re five months into the new year and you may still be thinking about those health and wellness resolutions. That’s okay. It is never too late to start! Have you