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Retired Judge Haig Kehiayan dies. A popular community leader has died at the age of 80. Haig Kehiayan, a retired judge, first entered Santa Clarita in the late 1980s and immediately immersed himself in various charities including the Boys and Girls Club, and the Chamber of Commerce.   Haig reportedly died in his sleep. He was a WWII veteran, and ...

Two male Hispanics detained by deputies, released to parents.   Two Saugus youths were arrested on vandalism-related charges Thursday after a Forestry employee spotted them tagging a utility control box near Capra Road and Soledad Canyon Road in the unincorporated area of the county. The forestry official provided a detailed description of the subjects as well as the vehicle used ...

Captain offers safety hints for ringing in 2008.   As the New Year approaches, the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station would like to remind all residents to celebrate responsibly.  Successful New Year's Eve celebrations begin with careful planning and prudent judgment and any alcohol related event should include arrangements for designated drivers or other safe alternative accommodations.  A designated driver ...

Parole violator in custody after attempting to steal GPS system.   A Granada Hills man was arrested Wednesday evening after allegedly breaking into a parked car, attempting to steal a GPS system and punching the vehicle's owner when he was confronted.  Carl Peterson, 50, was seen breaking into a car near the Circle K Store on the 28000 block of ...

Santa Clarita to get double the excitement this year. Come February 23rd, hundreds of thousands of fans will pack Santa Clarita streets and tune in through the media to witness the largest American bicycle race take shape.   Last year, the Amgen Tour of California blazed through Santa Clarita, which hosted the Stage six finish. This year, however, in addition ...

By Wendy Langhans. Mistletoe is a parasite and needs host trees, like this California Sycamore, to order to survive. That’s what most people think when they see mistletoe hanging over the door.  Any person standing under the mistletoes is fair game – you could be kissed by anyone – from Great Aunt Elvah to that “certain special someone”.  It’s all ...

Curbside recycling now available.    Residents of the city of Santa Clarita can make it a green new year by recycling their Christmas trees. Trees should be left out with trash and other recyclables on residents' regular pickup day. There is no additional charge for tree removal. Please take all decorations, lights and stands from trees.  Flocked trees cannot be ...

California Highway Patrol reports drunk driving arrests.   The California Highway Patrol arrested 31 people for driving under the influence over the Christmas holiday in the Newhall area. Officer John Lutz said the majority of people were taken into custody Friday through Sunday. During the 2006 Christmas enforcement period statewide, 28 people were killed and 1,351 arrested for DUI and ...

Canyon Country youth detained by marshal after unlawful garage entry.   A 17-year old Canyon Country boy was arrested on burglary and weapons charges Tuesday night after being caught in a Keaton Street garage by the homeowner, who happened to be a U.S. Marshal. The marshal recovered a knife, gloves and a mask from a backpack that the boy was carrying.  ...

Flat screen TVs lead police to two suspects.   A Los Angeles man arrested for suspicion of burglary charges was given a bye from the district attorney on the theft, but remains a guest of the county for outstanding warrants.   Marcio Troncoso, 21, was arrested Sunday afternoon after WalMart security alleged he and Norbert Aceves, 28, stole a flat ...