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Food Pantry Seeks Donations

A SCV Food Pantry spokesperson reported that the Pantry has run low on hygiene products.  They are in need of bar soap and shampoos. Also high on their “wish list” are canned fruits, canned meats, canned tomatoes, canned beans, peanut butter, and toothbrushes.   Don’t miss a thing. Get breaking news alerts delivered right to your inbox   Founded in ...

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Audit Approved For County Child Services Department

A motion by Supervisors Michael D. Antonovich and Don Knabe ordering an independent audit of the recently-implemented safety enhancements by the Department of Children and Family Services and the coordination of all County departments who come into contact with abused and neglected children and their families was approved unanimously approved by the Board of Supervisors.   Don’t miss a thing. ...

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EDITORIAL: County Librarian Offers Perspective On Status Quo

The following is a letter sent to KHTS co-owner Carl Goldman by County Librarian Margaret Donnellan Todd. The letter is in rebuttal to an editorial published July 29 regarding privatization of library service in Santa Clarita. Read the original editorial here. I believe it is very important that the citizens of Santa Clarita receive accurate information regarding the decision whether ...

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Round Up Purchases At JCPenney For Local Boys And Girls Club

From August 4 through the 17, JCPenney customers are invited to “round-up” their purchase total to the nearest whole dollar and donate the difference to the Boys and Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley. The Club has partnered with JCPenney to provide children with access to life-enriching after school programs that foster their academic, physical, and social development. Don’t miss ...

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Movie Night To Raise Funds For Children’s Dental Health

The Foundation for Children’s Dental Health is hosting a fundraiser family movie night at 7:00 p.m. on August 20 at Bridgeport Park.   The featured film will be The Princess Bride. This free event will include pre-movie activities for children, raffle prizes, and a “Snack Shack” selling candy, popcorn, shaved ice, water, and soda. Sponsorship opportunities are available.  The $1000 “Premier” ...

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Le Chene To Celebrate 30th Anniversary In September

Popular restaurant Le Chene will celebrate its 30th anniversary on September 8. Noted for its wide-ranging menu items prepared in a classic French style and extensive wine list, Le Chene combines fine dining with a unique taste of history. Located in Agua Dulce, the iconic restaurant is surrounded by centennial oaks and historic landmarks, including Vasquez Rocks, which is on ...

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Pet Food, Soup, Supplements Recalled

Several recalls were issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration within the last few days. They include recalls of pet food, canned soup and nutritional supplements.   VETERINARIAN-SOLD, SPECIALIZED DRY PET FOOD The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) (NYSE:PG) is voluntarily expanding its recall to include veterinary and some specialized dry pet food as a precautionary measure because it ...

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Canyons Aquatic Club Sending 5 Swimmers To National Meet

Five swimmers from the Canyons Aquatics Club qualified for the Conoco Phillips National Championships in Irvine. Michelle Duraj, Kearsten Livingstone and Chelsea Griffiths will be competing in the women’s portion of the meet. Konrad Antoniuk and Riley Mita are on the men’s side of the meet. Duraj, from Golden Valley, will be competing in the 100 and 200-meter breaststroke. Livingstone, ...

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