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Ken Striplin | City Cinemas Brings Back Movies Under the Stars
Picture this…a cozy blanket laid out on the grass, the warm evening breeze and your favorite film playing on the big screen. This can only mean one thing, the return of one of Santa Clarita’s most popular event series, City Cinemas, presented by Henry Rodriguez State Farm. City Cinemas brings free, family-friendly entertainment to our City parks. Every fourth Friday of the month, bring your blankets, lawn chairs and go-to movie snack for a night to remember with timeless classics, as well as new favorites to enjoy with your friends, family and neighbors.
District Four Emergency Rental Assistance Pilot (ERAP) Program
District Four Emergency Rental Assistance Pilot (ERAP) Program has been relaunched and applications are now being accepted. The ERAP Program is a preventative measure to stop the cycle of homelessness by assisting families on the brink of losing rental housing. Key features of the ERAP Program include short-term rental assistance...
Sept. 7: ‘Silents Under the Stars’ Returns to Hart Park
The Friends of Hart Park – in partnership with the Natural History Museum and Los Angeles County Parks – is pleased to announce the return of their signature event “Silents Under the Stars” on Saturday, Sept. 7, starting at 6 p.m., at William S. Hart Park.
Media Expo, Fair Looks to Uplift Local Talent
The city is hosting its first Media Industry Expo and Job Fair on Aug. 1, aiming to provide attendees with resources for media careers. The event, co-hosted by Woodbury University and Burbank Public Library, will run from noon to 4 p.m. at Woodbury University. “The Media Industry Expo and Job...
City Increases Financial Aid for Renters
The Burbank City Council unanimously passed an ordinance Tuesday that modifies existing tenant protections, providing increased financial assistance to renters and prohibiting retaliatory action by landlords that are consistent with current state law. The ordinance expands on Urgency Ordinance No. 23-3999, which passed last September. Landlords are now required to...
Suspects arrested after Rolex robbery in Beverly Hills
Three male suspects were arrested on July 17 after they allegedly stole a watch from a victim in Beverly Hills and led police on pursuits through multiple neighboring cities. The robbery occurred at approximately 2:55 p.m. near Charleville Avenue and Cañon Drive. The victim was sitting in a vehicle when he was approached by two men armed with handguns who demanded his wristwatch. The suspects stole a Rolex watch, ring and iPhone from the victim and fled in a vehicle driven by a third suspect, police said.
Brush Fire In Castaic Held To 8 Acres
A brush fire broke out Monday in Castaic near Charlie Canyon. The Harold Fire was first reported around 3:40 p.m. Monday near Tapia and Charlie Canyon Roads in Castaic. As of 4:33 p.m. forward progression of the fire has been stopped at 8 acres. No structures were damaged or threatened. Ed. Note: This is a ...
COC Fall 2024 Offering Flexible Learning Options
To help students balance education with their diverse work and family responsibilities, College of the Canyons will offer a wide variety of flexible learning options during the fall 2024 semester. COC will offer Focused Classes, which are eight-week classes designed to provide students with added flexibility, speed, and information retention.
Burbank Leaders Call for Cease-Fire in Gaza
The Burbank City Council unanimously called for a permanent cease-fire in Gaza on Tuesday, making it the 16th Southern California city to do so, and the first in the region to call for the restoration of funding to the United Nations relief and work agency. “In solidarity with our community,...
Firefighters halt progress on blaze near Castaic
Firefighters were able to halt progress on a brush fire that broke out Monday afternoon near a construction site in Charlie Canyon, near Castaic, according to L.A. County Fire Department officials. Forward progress was stopped at 8 acres at approximately 4:35 p.m. for the fire that was initially reported near...
Burbank Police Log: July 1- July 7
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Armenian American Museum Hosts Community Organizations Briefing
The Armenian American Museum and Cultural Center of California hosted a Community Organizations Briefing to provide a progress report on the museum project and connect with community organization leaders. The briefing was held at the Adult Recreation Center next to the museum construction site. The briefing commenced with welcoming remarks...
Adams Hill Group Hosts Art Reception
An opening reception for the temporary art installation “Jungle” will take place Sunday, July 21, from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Adams Square Mini Park, hosted by the Adams Hill Neighborhood Association. The Library Connection at Adams Square will be present and offering family-friendly art activities. Free refreshments will be provided.
Whoopi Goldberg receives key to WeHo for LGBTQ+ activism, woman-owned cannabis business
The city of West Hollywood recognized Whoopi Goldberg for her support of the LGBTQ+ community and cannabis movement with a major honor.The talk show host received the key to the city of West Hollywood on Saturday at The Woods WeHo while also promoting her cannabis brand.Goldberg's accolades span numerous decades, from being an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony award winner, to having the first branded and tested woman-owned cannabis line in California.Goldberg is due to expand her cannabis business under the WhoopFam umbrella across the state.Goldberg joins Lady Gaga, the Los Angeles Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence and others who have been awarded with the Weho key to the city, often given to those who make important contributions to the LGBTQ+ community.
Mail theft reported in Valencia
A Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station official Monday confirmed a single report regarding a possible incident of mail theft at the Creekside Road post office in Valencia, in response to social media posts about several alleged incidents. Station officials reviewed the surveillance footage available in response to a report...
3 men arrested in connection with murder of beloved Long Beach street vendor
Long Beach police arrested three men in connection with the March 20 murder of a street vendor. Yener Ramirez-Miranda wasn’t the intended target of the gunfire near a park in Long Beach, according to police.
Oct. 19: Save the Date for Circle of Hope’s Annual Tea
Circle of Hope’s Annual Tea is one of Santa Clarita’s most anticipated fundraisers bringing awareness of breast cancer and raising funds to help those in our local community fighting this disease. This year’s event promises to be a spectacular event with the theme of Seas the Day.
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