Newhall Ca

For years, a memorial sign that saluted the life of Officer Harvey "Hobbs" Griswold stood proudly at the California Highway Patrol station in Newhall, a reminder of a life cut short in a 1950 car crash. But now the sign is missing and old colleagues and friends are rushing to find it so that it might be rededicated when the department marks another sad chapter in its history -- the 40th anniversary of the "Newhall Incident," a 1970 shootout in which four CHP officers were killed.

For years, a memorial sign that saluted the life of Officer Harvey "Hobbs" Griswold stood proudly at the California Highway Patrol station in Newhall, a reminder of a life cut short in a 1950 car crash. But now the sign is missing and old colleagues and friends are rushing to find it so that it might be rededicated when the department marks another sad chapter in its history -- the 40th anniversary of the "Newhall Incident," a 1970 shootout in which four CHP officers were killed.

Determined that their school not be branded as racially intolerant, students and faculty at Newhall's Hart High School dedicated a symbolic "peace pole" Tuesday aimed at affirming their respect for cultural diversity and their commitment to ethnic harmony. The dedication of the 10-foot copper monument comes more than a year after a racially charged clash among students on the north Los Angeles County campus.

Determined that their school not be branded as racially intolerant, students and faculty at Newhall's Hart High School dedicated a symbolic "peace pole" Tuesday aimed at affirming their respect for cultural diversity and their commitment to ethnic harmony. The dedication of the 10-foot copper monument comes more than a year after a racially charged clash among students on the north Los Angeles County campus.

A 3.2-magnitude aftershock from the Northridge earthquake rattled Newhall on Tuesday evening, further fraying the nerves of temblor-weary residents but otherwise causing no injuries or damage. The aftershock, at 6:57 p.m., was centered four miles southwest of Newhall, according to Caltech seismologist Robby Robb.

A 22-year-old man was found dead of an apparent knife attack at his Newhall home on Monday morning, authorities said. The body of Salvador Gonzalez was found about 7 a.m. by his mother in a shed at his home, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Deputy Richard Pena said. He had multiple stab wounds, a coroner's spokesman said. Investigators do not have a suspect, Pena said. Anyone with information can call (323) 890-5500.

A fire that blackened 700 acres and threatened dozens of homes was fully contained Tuesday and expected to be extinguished by this afternoon, a Los Angeles County fire inspector said. No one was injured and no homes or businesses were evacuated due to the fire, which began just before 4 p.m. Monday near the 22000 block of Sierra Highway. Weary firefighters doused remaining embers in the fire-ravaged canyon east of Wildwood Canyon Road on Tuesday. About 425 firefighters were still battling the blaze--dubbed the Sierra fire--but some were expected to be released Tuesday night, said County Fire Inspector John Holt.

A judge sentenced a former security guard to life in prison without parole Wednesday for the 1999 robbery-killing of a Newhall supermarket manager. Vicente Godoy, 29, had let two robbers in through the back of Tresierras market during his shift, said Deputy Dist. Atty. Lori Dery. One of the robbers was Godoy's brother-in-law, Carmelo Corado, 42, Dery said. Godoy and Corado, both of Canyon Country, were convicted of first-degree murder by separate juries.

A fire erupted late Monday afternoon in the dry brush of Newhall Pass, threatening dozens of homes, halting commuter trains and closing several roads for hours as it spread over 300 acres by nightfall. Despite the efforts of about 450 firefighters, the blaze was still burning out of control late Monday night, raining ash over an area north of the intersection of the Golden State and Antelope Valley freeways. No injuries were reported, and no homes or businesses were evacuated.

Amid concerns about development projects exceeding water supplies, the Newhall County Water District board rejected a planning document that estimates water availability in the Santa Clarita Valley. In a split decision, the board voted 3 to 2 Thursday night to approve a resolution expressing a "lack of confidence" in the area's main water plan, which was produced in 2000 by consultants under the supervision of four of the valley's water agencies, including the Newhall district.

It has been a scary, and sometimes violent, few days at Newhall's Hart High School, culminating Tuesday when about half the student body stayed home because of a threatening post on a popular online community. First there were the fights along racial lines that broke out late last week. Then there was the message posted Monday on the MySpace website, proclaiming Tuesday as a "bring your weapons to school day" at Hart and other high schools in the district.

Amid concerns about development projects exceeding water supplies, the Newhall County Water District board rejected a planning document that estimates water availability in the Santa Clarita Valley. In a split decision, the board voted 3 to 2 Thursday night to approve a resolution expressing a "lack of confidence" in the area's main water plan, which was produced in 2000 by consultants under the supervision of four of the valley's water agencies, including the Newhall district.

A 22-year-old man was found dead of an apparent knife attack at his Newhall home on Monday morning, authorities said. The body of Salvador Gonzalez was found about 7 a.m. by his mother in a shed at his home, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Deputy Richard Pena said. He had multiple stab wounds, a coroner's spokesman said. Investigators do not have a suspect, Pena said. Anyone with information can call (323) 890-5500.

A judge sentenced a former security guard to life in prison without parole Wednesday for the 1999 robbery-killing of a Newhall supermarket manager. Vicente Godoy, 29, had let two robbers in through the back of Tresierras market during his shift, said Deputy Dist. Atty. Lori Dery. One of the robbers was Godoy's brother-in-law, Carmelo Corado, 42, Dery said. Godoy and Corado, both of Canyon Country, were convicted of first-degree murder by separate juries.

After a year's absence, the Hart Park Animal Fair will return next Sunday, with more than 10,000 people expected to attend the daylong event, organizers said. Visitors will get a chance to enjoy pony rides, games for children, live entertainment, visit a petting zoo and eat plenty of food, said spokeswoman Juanita Heinly. The event is sponsored by the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation. Admission is free with a minimal charge on some activities and rides, officials said.

A fire that blackened 700 acres and threatened dozens of homes was fully contained Tuesday and expected to be extinguished by this afternoon, a Los Angeles County fire inspector said. No one was injured and no homes or businesses were evacuated due to the fire, which began just before 4 p.m. Monday near the 22000 block of Sierra Highway. Weary firefighters doused remaining embers in the fire-ravaged canyon east of Wildwood Canyon Road on Tuesday. About 425 firefighters were still battling the blaze--dubbed the Sierra fire--but some were expected to be released Tuesday night, said County Fire Inspector John Holt.

After a year's absence, the Hart Park Animal Fair will return next Sunday, with more than 10,000 people expected to attend the daylong event, organizers said. Visitors will get a chance to enjoy pony rides, games for children, live entertainment, visit a petting zoo and eat plenty of food, said spokeswoman Juanita Heinly. The event is sponsored by the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation. Admission is free with a minimal charge on some activities and rides, officials said.

It has been a scary, and sometimes violent, few days at Newhall's Hart High School, culminating Tuesday when about half the student body stayed home because of a threatening post on a popular online community. First there were the fights along racial lines that broke out late last week. Then there was the message posted Monday on the MySpace website, proclaiming Tuesday as a "bring your weapons to school day" at Hart and other high schools in the district.

A fire erupted late Monday afternoon in the dry brush of Newhall Pass, threatening dozens of homes, halting commuter trains and closing several roads for hours as it spread over 300 acres by nightfall. Despite the efforts of about 450 firefighters, the blaze was still burning out of control late Monday night, raining ash over an area north of the intersection of the Golden State and Antelope Valley freeways. No injuries were reported, and no homes or businesses were evacuated.

A 3.2-magnitude aftershock from the Northridge earthquake rattled Newhall on Tuesday evening, further fraying the nerves of temblor-weary residents but otherwise causing no injuries or damage. The aftershock, at 6:57 p.m., was centered four miles southwest of Newhall, according to Caltech seismologist Robby Robb.