A recent flyer distributed by Chiquita Canyon Landfill has sparked frustration and anger among residents of nearby communities, including Val Verde and Castaic.  Many residents say the flyer downplays the severity of ongoing issues stemming from the Chiquita Canyon landfill and includes misleading statements about public health and environmental risks. The flyer, sent by Waste Connections – operator of Chiquita ...

A lightning storm sparked a fire near the Chiquita Canyon Landfill in Santa Clarita Monday evening, marking the second fire of the night. UPDATE (6:30 p.m.): Forward progress of the fire has been stopped at 1/2 acre. The brush fire, dubbed the Chiquita Fire, was first reported around 5:50 p.m. Monday on the 28100 block of Chiquito Canyon Road prompted ...