End-of-life doula wasn’t always her end goal
December 8, 2022
She was driving her junky 2001 Ford Mustang down Interstate 5 toward Southern California — to “Hollywood” — on her way to live out her dreams as a famous screenwriter.
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Merry Graham takes home the title ‘Chopped’ champion
December 8, 2022
After an appetizer, entrée and a dessert, local home chef Merry Graham took home the title of “Chopped” champion for the show’s “Grandma’s Grand Holiday” episode. “Grandmas are the heart
College Briefs for Dec. 8
December 8, 2022
Local students named to dean’s list at Washington University in St. Louis The following local students have been named to the dean’s list for the spring 2022 semester at Washington
Bill Miranda | Give the Gift of Shopping Local for the Holidays
December 8, 2022
Did you know that the city of Santa Clarita is home to more than 8,000 businesses? From antique stores to service providers to big-box retailers, residents are never far away
Finally Family Homes seeks donations for holiday gift drive
December 7, 2022
News release Local nonprofit Finally Family Homes is seeking donations to ensure college-aged foster youth are remembered for the holidays. Young adults who are aging out of the foster care
The Savvy Senior | Little Known Property-Tax Relief Programs Help Seniors Save
December 7, 2022
Dear Savvy Senior, I recently learned about a property-tax relief program for seniors in the county where I live. Apparently, there are hundreds of these programs across the country
Parks After Dark bring winter wonderlands to unincorporated L.A. County
December 6, 2022
Kids sledding, building snowmen and having snowball fights is not a common sight in the Santa Clarita Valley, but it was the scene at the Winter Wonderland Experience at Val
Creating opportunities: Wilk honors LA North Studios for inclusion
December 6, 2022
Jake Arvizu smiled from ear to ear as he picked up a pen and signed his contract – securing his employment at LA North Studios following an internship. “I gotta
SCV Senior Center launches annual appeal campaign
December 6, 2022
News release The Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center at Bella Vida is launching its annual appeal campaign to raise much-needed funds for the SCV Senior Center. The campaign runs through
The Grief Program to host presentation on coping during the holidays
December 5, 2022
News release The empty chair at holiday dinners can cause enormous pain. Whether it’s your first, 10th or 50th year without your loved one, holidays can be sad reminders of
Zonta raises awareness of domestic violence through Red Dress Project
December 5, 2022
Intimate partner violence is one of the most common forms of violence against women. This can include emotional abuse, physical abuse, sexual abuse and controlling behavior by an intimate partner.
Newhall Library races reading back into residents’ hearts
December 3, 2022
Hundreds of residents gathered for the Santa Clarita Public Library’s 15th Annual Family Literacy Festival in Newhall on Saturday to bring joy to the reading experience. The theme for this
Robert Lamoureux | In search of a scrupulous roofer
December 3, 2022
Question: Dear Robert, I am an avid reader of your column, and I have been able to do small home repairs as a result of your detailed instructions, and also
The Time Ranger | A Trek into Horror and Depravity
December 3, 2022
I must apologize up front. Certainly, I don’t plan these adventures. But do be warned. There’s are more than a few vistas facing us not for pearl clutchers or the
17th annual Military Honor Christmas Tree & Menorah Lighting on Saturday
December 2, 2022
Prayer Angels for the Military, assisted by local veteran organizations and Santa Clarita Valley Young Marines, is scheduled to host their 17th annual Military Honor Christmas Tree & Menorah Lighting
Merry Graham has taken on the ‘Chopped’ challenge
December 2, 2022
Santa Clarita’s award-winning home chef Merry Graham has taken on her biggest challenge yet: “Chopped: Grandma’s Grand Holiday.” Graham’s episode is scheduled to air on Tuesday at 8 p.m. on
Public Health: Likelihood of indoor mask mandate increasing, but still not imminent
December 2, 2022
While the possibility of a universal indoor mask mandate – akin to the one seen during the height of pandemic – is still possibly weeks away, its likelihood is increasing
A friendly reminder from a hometown to the deployed
December 2, 2022
Residents of all ages gathered around dozens of tables, decorating cards and boxes to make a friendly reminder this holiday season that no matter where the military sends you, your
Master Chorale announces holiday performances
December 2, 2022
News release The Santa Clarita Master Chorale, led by Artistic Director Allan Robert Petker, has announced its two-event concert series for the holiday season. The first event is “Celebrate
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital’s Holiday Home Tour Boutique returns Saturday
December 1, 2022
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital’s Holiday Home Tour Boutique is scheduled for Saturday, featuring a wide variety of local Santa Clarita Valley vendors. The virtual home tour is also available for