Photos: ‘Trick or Treat Village’
October 28, 2025
Residents dressed up and attended The County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation’s “Trick or Treat Village” event at the Castaic Sports Complex on Saturday. Families could enjoy
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Social Security announces 2026 payment adjustment
October 28, 2025
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer Monthly Social Security payments for tens of millions of retired Americans are set to receive a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment increase throughout 2026, the Social Security Administration announced
Circle of Hope celebrates 21 years of fighting cancer at annual tea
October 28, 2025
Circle of Hope Inc.’s annual tea began 21 years ago in Colleen Shaffer’s very own backyard to help provide financial aid for cancer patients in need. But because the organization
Santa Clarita Valley Shelter Pets ‘A Night with the Stars’ scheduled for Saturday
October 27, 2025
Santa Clarita Valley Shelter Pets is scheduled to host “A Night with the Stars” on Saturday to benefit the L.A. County Animal Care Foundation. The event starts at 5 p.m.
Henry Mayo hosts talk on ‘lifestyle medicine’
October 27, 2025
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital welcomed the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce and members from the business community for a panel discussion Thursday on the benefits of lifestyle medicine. The
Boys, Girls Club give residents good scares at SCV Sheriff’s Station ‘Haunted Jailhouse’
October 27, 2025
Santa Clarita Valley residents got all the boos, treats and screams during the 36th annual “Haunted Jailhouse” carnival and fundraiser at the SCV Sheriff’s Station on Sunday. The city of
First West Nile virus death of 2025 reported in LA County
October 27, 2025
News release The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has confirmed the first local death due to West Nile virus for the 2025 mosquito season. The person, a resident
Make a Difference Day: ‘We all need purpose’
October 25, 2025
For Cristina Wyatt, making a difference means giving back wherever she can. She may not have a lot of funds to donate to local organizations providing essential resources, but what
Finally Family Homes hosts third annual fundraiser in new resource center
October 25, 2025
Attendees sat at poker tables at the newly opened Oasis Santa Clarita Resource Center in Newhall recently during the third annual Finally Family Homes Poker Tournament. Previous winners could defend
Faces of the SCV: Christmas gift strikes right chord
October 25, 2025
It was their Christmas Eve family gathering. Bethany Barber was around 20 years old. Her grandpa brought over a ukulele, played some tunes and even gave her a short lesson. He was
Robert Lamoureux | Can I DIY power for a new spa?
October 25, 2025
Question: Hey Robert, Stan C. here. I want to purchase a jacuzzi for the back deck, but there is not adequate electricity in the location. Is this something that the average homeowner who is handy can do
JCI hosts first Wellness Expo
October 24, 2025
Various wellness booths, ranging from sound baths to martial arts, lined up at Plum Canyon Park recently during the inaugural JCI Santa Clarita Wellness Expo. Hosted by JCI Santa Clarita,
Photos: Third annual ‘Trunk or Treat’
October 24, 2025
Gearing up for Halloween, children and families dressed up in costumes for the third annual SCV Boss Ladies “Trunk or Treat” event at the True Barre parking lot in Castaic
The Time Ranger | Perhaps The Mother of All Time Ranger Adventures …
October 24, 2025
Normally, I stand quietly in your hallways, hat in hand, waiting for you to wake, being careful not to scratch your linoleum with my spurs. But, this morning? Let me just say this and say it with due sincerity. Jump
Veteran equine-therapy group thanks supporters
October 23, 2025
A Saugus equine therapy facility for veterans thanked several supporters for their recent help Saturday, presenting plaques at Jump for Joy, which is the new home for Blue Star Ranch.
Rancho Camulos Museum opens new exhibit
October 23, 2025
The Rancho Camulos Museum recently debuted “The Whimsical World of Carl Peters” exhibit, and community members had a chance to look through authentic artifacts and art pieces created by Carl
College Briefs for Oct. 23
October 23, 2025
3 local students named to dean’s list at University of Maryland Global Campus Nearly 18,000 University of Maryland Global Campus students were named to the dean’s list for the spring 2025
Marsha McLean | Parenting for Prevention Brings Tools and Support to Every Family
October 23, 2025
One of the greatest strengths of Santa Clarita is our commitment to supporting one another. Whether it’s coming together to celebrate our community’s accomplishments or lending a hand when challenges arise, Santa Clarita
City to host Dias de los Muertos celebration Saturday
October 22, 2025
The city of Santa Clarita is scheduled to host a Dias de los Muertos celebration at the Canyon Country Community Center from 3 to 5 p.m. on Saturday. The event will have a live mariachi band playing throughout the afternoon,
Students learn about trajectories of career women during second annual ‘ASCEND’
October 22, 2025
Personal and professional trajectories often entail ascending past any hardships and setbacks. Through the WiSH Education Foundation’s second annual “ASCEND” event, in partnership with Zonta Club of Santa Clarita Valley