You can attend one of four special programs aimed at reducing personal crimes. Recent increases in crime involving identity theft, senior citizens scamming, car theft and graffiti have prompted local officials to provide community awareness and education.

 

The City of Santa Clarita presents this personal and community safety program on April 18^th, 19^th, 26^th and 27^th.

 

Providence Holy Cross Medical Center announced today that a study of quality at the nation’s 5,000 hospitals has named Providence Holy Cross Medical Center among the top 5 percent in the nation and a recipient of the 2006 Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence. The study conducted by HealthGrades, the leading health care ratings company, found that hospitals in the top 5 percent in the nation had mortality rates that were, on average, 27 percent lower than other hospitals, and major complication rates that were 14 percent lower.

Mayor Michael D. Antonovich has appointed Michael Bloom to the Commission for Public Social Services. A resident of the San Fernando Valley, Bloom is employed at the Pasadena Recovery Center where he specializes in drug and alcohol treatment.  With his extensive experience in the treatment field, Bloom is aware of the need for community-based organizations that serve multiple needs of clients and is motivated to work toward improving the County’s social support system.