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Red Cross issues emergency appeal for blood donors 

News release  The American Red Cross is declaring an emergency blood shortage as the blood supply fell nearly 25% in June, the organization announced in a news release.   Blood donors are urgently needed to give now to help ensure patients receive lifesaving medical care without delay, the release said. The shortage is especially serious for platelets and types O positive and B negative blood.   A steep decline in blood donations since the end of May has created a growing gap between supply and patient need. Currently, Red Cross distributions to hospitals are nearly 3,500 units higher per week than expected at a time when hospitals often see higher demand for blood products during the height of trauma season, the release said. On top of that, busy schedules and the seasonal loss of school blood drives are driving the decline which could put patient care at risk if not reversed.  To book an appointment to give blood, you can use the Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). As a thank-you, all who come to give by July 31 will receive a Fandango Movie Ticket by email (up to $15 ticket price and fees). Additional details can be found at RedCrossBlood.org/July.   “A readily available blood supply serves as the backbone of modern medicine. Without it, lifesaving treatments and critical access points to care are not possible,” Dr. Courtney Lawrence, medical director for the Red Cross, said in the release. “Emergency departments, operating rooms, and labor and delivery units can’t support patients with the most urgent needs, and cancer patients must wait. We’re asking donors to give now before doctors are forced to make those difficult decisions.”   According to the release, upcoming blood donation opportunities in the Santa Clarita Valley include:  • July 21: 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Santa Clarita United Methodist Church, 26640 Bouquet Canyon Road.  • July 22: 12 p.m.-6 p.m., Santa Clarita Old

Politics and government

Schiavo’s Sexual Predator Accountability Act signed into law 

News release  Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo, D-Chatsworth, announced that her bill – the Sexual Predator Accountability Act, Assembly Bill 2147 — was signed into law.   The new law strengthens law enforcement’s ability to prosecute serial sexual

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City to host Paw Palooza 

News release  The city of Santa Clarita is inviting residents to make room for a new furry family member during Pet Adoption Week, taking through Saturday.   While Pet Adoption Week is

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County parks offering free summer programs 

News release  The Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation is offering multiple free events and activities this summer.   There are a variety of new, free and low-cost programs for youth and families, ranging from sports clinics and nature exploration programs to aquatics and overnight camping at the park, said a news release from L.A. County Parks.  “We’re excited to be able to offer so much great recreational opportunities this summer, for youth, seniors,

City to host ‘Shop Local Pop-Up’ event in Bouquet Canyon 

News release  The city of Santa Clarita is inviting residents to shop, dine and discover local favorites during a special Shop Local Pop-Up Event on Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Bouquet Plaza (28200 Bouquet Canyon Road) and Plum Commerce

The SCV Water logo, located in Saugus, Calif. on Jan. 27, 2025. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Government Finance Officers Association honors SCV Water for 6th time    

News release  The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency announced it has received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2025, from the Government Finance Officers Association.  

Film Industry News

City expands Film Incentive Program 

News release  The city of Santa Clarita is expanding its Film Incentive Program and launching a redesigned Film Santa Clarita website, reinforcing its ongoing commitment to supporting film and television production and keeping filming local, the city

The Doo Wop Project will kick off the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center's Spotlight Series with a performance on Friday, Sept. 18. Courtesy photo.

2026-27 PAC Spotlight Series announced 

News release  The Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons will welcome audiences for its 2026-27 Spotlight Series season with a diverse lineup of live entertainment featuring

“Snow Geese at Sunset” by Jerry Cowart.

‘Animal Kingdom’ on display at Newhall Community Center 

News release  The city of Santa Clarita’s latest art exhibition, “Animal Kingdom,” is on display at the Newhall Community Center (22421 Market St.) through Aug. 26.   “This exhibition celebrates the diversity, beauty and significance of animals, while inviting viewers to explore

Live music

1990s country tribute band coming to CTG 

News release  1990s country is coming to the Canyon Theatre Guild on Aug. 6 with a performance by JB Aaron and the Palomino West Band.  “Experience a riveting night of country,

College briefs

College Briefs for July 16

Canyon Country student named to UCO honor roll   Canyon Country resident Madison Martinez has been named to the University of Central Oklahoma president’s honor roll for the fall 2025 semester,

The SCV Water logo, located in Saugus, Calif. on Jan. 27, 2025. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

SCV Water releases customer survey results  

News release  Customers remain satisfied with the overall performance of the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency, according to the results of the agency’s 2026 Customer Opinion Survey.  The survey, conducted by third-party consultant True North Research, discovered that the majority of customers were

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Bingo Bash to benefit Finally Family Homes 

News release  Finally Family Homes invites the Santa Clarita Valley community to “a fun and meaningful evening” at its Summertime Bingo Bash fundraiser, scheduled 7 p.m. Saturday at The Oasis Resource Center, 23120 Lyons Ave., Suite No. 19, Newhall.  Guests ages 16 and

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Church to host weekend grief and loss recovery group 

News release  First Presbyterian Church of Newhall is hosting a grief and loss recovery group this weekend, free to community members.   This weekend group runs 6-9 p.m. Friday and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday on the church’s campus in Newhall, near the DMV office.   Below are some common questions and answers about this program, called the Grief Recovery Method, according

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LA County property values surpass $2.2T 

News release  Despite one of the most challenging years in recent memory, marked by the ongoing response to the devastating wildfires that swept through the Pacific Palisades and Altadena communities

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