First ‘Celebrate’ event starts off lucky
May 10, 2025
While Ireland may not be known for its high summer temperatures in comparison to Santa Clarita, residents had the opportunity to experience Irish culture in true Santa Clarita fashion —
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Project 691 to host robot showcase
May 10, 2025
Nearly 40 students throughout The William S. Hart Union High School District are scheduled to host a robot showcase on May 17 at West Ranch High School from 1 to
Robert Lamoureux | Is the new walkway plan out in the cold?
May 10, 2025
Question: Robert, I’ve read your articles for years and always heeded advice given. I’ve moved from Santa Clarita — out of state, in fact. I am now in a climate
The Time Ranger | Hay Shysters, May Storms & Slim Pickens
May 10, 2025
Well. We could all use a little more beauty sleep. But nothing invigorates the soul like a ride into yesteryear on a noble steed. Or, you could settle for a
Oldest scion of influential Newhall family dies at 87
May 9, 2025
X.X. “Skip” Newhall, the great-great-grandson of Henry Mayo Newhall, a ubiquitous namesake heavily involved in the early Western settlement of the area, died Sunday. He was 87. Newhall seemed to
Faces of the SCV: WWII fighter pilot shares high-flying tales
May 9, 2025
He told his son, who set up the interview, that he didn’t think he had much to talk about. On May 13, Castaic resident Kenneth Placek will be 102 years
Agua Dulce motorbike racer featured in new documentary
May 9, 2025
Between Dec. 23, 2022, and Jan. 15, 2023, Agua Dulce motorbike racer Mason Klein competed in the Dakar Rally, a multi-day, cross-country race that takes place in Saudi Arabia. By
Robert Francis Prevost elected as first American pope
May 8, 2025
By T.J. Muscaro Contributing Writer A new pope has been elected and he is American. The College of Cardinals chose Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost on Thursday evening in the third overall vote
Photos: Community hike “Family Games”
May 8, 2025
The monthly community hike was held at Towsley Canyon Park and brought together families for “family games” afterwards for some fun. The next community hike is May 18 at 10
Jason Gibbs | Explore Five Countries at Celebrate!
May 8, 2025
Ready to embark on a global journey without leaving Santa Clarita? The city’s Celebrate event series is back with new countries to explore, featuring an immersive and exciting cultural celebration
LEAP Children’s Museum plans summer pop-up event
May 7, 2025
News release The LEAP Children’s Museum plans to host its second annual pop-up event this summer at the Valencia Town Center. The event is scheduled to run every Friday (except July
No pope selected after first vote at conclave
May 7, 2025
By T.J. Muscaro Contributing Writer The election of the Catholic Church’s next pope is officially underway as a record-setting 133 voting cardinals from all over the world took an oath of
COC appoints new foundation development officer
May 7, 2025
News release The Santa Clarita Community College District and the College of the Canyons Foundation have announced the appointment of Monica Lee “ML” Copeland to the post of chief development
The Savvy Senior | Does Medicare Cover Vision Care and Eye Exams?
May 7, 2025
Dear Savvy Senior, What all does Medicare cover when it comes to vision care? I currently have good vision insurance through my employer but will lose it when I retire.
Hope in every step: Relay for Life celebrates 27 years
May 6, 2025
Cindy Conrad and Sharon May did not let Saturday’s gloomy, cool weather dampen their joyful spirit as they walked through Central Park. The duo, who were holding onto a spirit
CBS celebrates Israel Independence Day
May 6, 2025
Congregation Beth Shalom, one of the three local synagogues in the Santa Clarita Valley, welcomed its community on Friday for an Israel Independence Day Festival. The celebration wasn’t just for
‘Bringing it Home’ fundraiser to support local veterans
May 6, 2025
News release The Santa Clarita Veteran Services Collaborative announced its second annual “Bringing it Home” fundraiser, an exclusive wine and hors d’oeuvre event, is scheduled to be held 6-8 p.m.
‘Childhood Memories’ on view at Newhall Community Center
May 6, 2025
News release The city of Santa Clarita’s latest art exhibition, “Childhood Memories,” is on view at the Newhall Community Center (22421 Market St.) now through Monday, July 7. This showcase
Blue Star Ranch needs new home by June
May 6, 2025
After more than a decade of helping veterans and their families with post-traumatic stress disorder, Nancy Pitchford Zhe of Blue Star Ranch is putting out an “urgent and unprecedented” call
Free mulch and compost available for Santa Clarita residents
May 6, 2025
News release The city of Santa Clarita is launching a pilot program to offer residents free mulch and compost created from processed yard waste and food waste that has been