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Grading Underway For Commercial Space On Golden Valley

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Commuters on Golden Valley Road may have seen preliminary grading work underway for a new business space. The development near the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station is set to include a 174,000-square-foot warehouse and 9,000-square-foot office space, according to David Peterson, senior planner at the city’s planning division. The project is currently undergoing grading, and an expected completion date is ...

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Understanding Crane Accidents: Causes And How To Prevent Them

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Cranes can reach heights of more than 200 feet and carry more than 19 tons. These incredibly tall structures are vital for high-rise constructions and are dependable, for the most part. But like any machine, cranes are prone to failure, especially after long-term use without proper maintenance. However, crane failures are purely accidental at times. This article will discuss some ...

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3 Tips You Need Before You Rent A Crane

Did you know that crane-related mishaps cause 40% of all construction fatalities? You’re about to dive into an essential guide that’ll drastically reduce your risk. In this article, you’ll learn three crucial tips before renting a crane. We’ll help you choose the right type, understand safety protocols, consider costs, and evaluate rental companies. Let’s ensure you’re making informed decisions for ...

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Construction on Golden Valley Road Intersections Through Aug. 28

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The city of Santa Clarita is doing road construction from now until the end of August.  On Tuesday, the City of Santa Clarita announced that due to warranty repairs, there is set to be patchwork road construction on three intersections on Golden Valley Road now through Monday, Aug, 28.  Work is scheduled to take place from 8:30 p.m to 4:30 ...

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Two New Chick-Fil-A Locations Planned For Santa Clarita Valley

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A third Chick-Fil-A location is planned to come to the Santa Clarita Valley, joining the existing one in Valencia and the planned location by Six Flags Magic Mountain. The third location would take over the empty space to the left of Santa Clarita Lanes bowling alley at Soledad Canyon and Golden Oak Roads, according to planning documents. As it would ...

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5 Freeway To Close Intermittently In Santa Clarita

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Metro and Caltrans are advising drivers that one direction of the 5 Freeway is set to close at night time hours for two weeks. From the 14 Freeway to Calgrove Boulevard, workers are scheduled to remove temporary steel and wood framing structures from the Weldon Canyon Bridge.  This is set to result in a closure of one direction of the ...

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‘The Best Alternative’ City Holds Public Hearing On Shadowbox Studio Project

Traffic impacts were discussed at the planning commission’s public hearing Tuesday, pertaining to the proposed Shadowbox Studio project, a 1.3 million square foot film studio in Newhall. City hall was full of interested and concerned residents Tuesday evening as the planning commission held its second public hearing for the Shadowbox Studio project, a proposed full-service film and television studio.  The ...

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Maintenance Resumes On Soledad Canyon

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Friday the City of Santa Clarita street maintenance department is scheduled to resume pothole repair work on Soledad Canyon Road between Valley Center Drive and Langside Avenue.  The repair work is set to be done between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., according to officials.  Only two lanes are set to be open in each direction of traffic, ...

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Caltrans Announces Dates Of Closure Due For I-5 Ramp

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The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) recently announced that certain ramps on the 5 Freeway in Burbank are expected to be closed in the coming week due to construction.  The on-ramps at Empire Avenue and San Fernando Boulevard in Burbank are expected to be closed from Monday, April 10 to Monday, April 17 at 5 a.m., according to Caltrans officials. ...

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Landslide Prompts Weekend 5 Freeway Closure For Repairs

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is closing the southbound 5 Freeway this weekend during overnight hours to repair damage caused by a landslide.  On Saturday, all lanes on the southbound 5 Freeway near Pyramid Lake are scheduled to be closed from 10 p.m to 8 a.m. Sunday to allow for repairs to the roadway after a landslide.     ...

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