Read more about the article County approves skate park for Castaic
Jace Root, 14, grinds on the tail of his skateboard at the Santa Clarita Skatepark on Saturday. Nikolas Samuels/The Signal

County approves skate park for Castaic

Castaic will be getting its much-anticipated skate park in 2019 after the Board of Supervisors voted to approve its construction Wednesday. Castaic Sports Complex will house the $815,993 park, which…

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Read more about the article Stern breaks down state budget during online town hall
Senator Henry Stern (D-Canoga Park) speaks about Senate Bill 807 at the Senate Governance and Finance Committee hearing on Wednesday, May 10.

Stern breaks down state budget during online town hall

In anticipation of final approval of the California state budget, Senator Henry Stern (D-Canoga Park) held a virtual town hall on Wednesday afternoon. Stern sought to answer constituents’ questions about…

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Read more about the article More Than an Athlete: Canyon girls basketball’s Shay Ellaboudy
Canyon's Shay Ellaboudy was a varsity basketball player and involved in student journalism at Canyon. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

More Than an Athlete: Canyon girls basketball’s Shay Ellaboudy

Recent Canyon High graduate Shay Ellaboudy claims she’s addicted to the learning curve. “It’s just the rush of learning something new and I’m getting better at it,” Ellaboudy said. “Especially…

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Read more about the article It’s Raining Medals for SCV Youth Wrestling
Top row, l-r, America Lopez, Priscilla Ramirez, Lucas Mendoza, Coach Brian Peterson, Trent Munoz, Alex Munoz and Daniel Hernandez. Bottom row, r-l, Braden Smelser, Zeth Abalos, Hank Sharbonow, Slater Hicks, Diesel Hicks, Gavin Pongsai and Nick Lopez. Courtesy photo

It’s Raining Medals for SCV Youth Wrestling

Peterson Grapplers wrestlers traveled all over Southern California and successfully competed in many tournaments including Arizona. “From big tournaments like the U.S Open to smaller venues, I’m very proud to…

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Read more about the article State gives final go-ahead to Newhall Ranch project
Proposed site of Newhall Ranch development, looking southeast on state Route 126 in Castaic. Dan Watson/The Signal.

State gives final go-ahead to Newhall Ranch project

California’s Department of Fish and Wildlife today approved plans from developers of Newhall Ranch to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and protect an endangered fish species. The department certified a final…

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Read more about the article Ultra-marathoner to run more than 100 miles for local nonprofit
Ultra runner Roy Wiegand starts off on his 100-mile, 30-hour run at Marketplace Park in Valencia on Wednesday, June 14, 2017. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

Ultra-marathoner to run more than 100 miles for local nonprofit

In 30 hours, Roy Wiegand hopes to run more than 100 miles—the equivalent of four marathons—to raise awareness and funds to fight against childhood cancer as part of his fourth…

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Read more about the article Students share knowledge of Greek mythology through unique plays
Six grade student Ryan Lacson, 11, playing Theseus in a school play about Thesesus and the Minotar, is "thrown" into the sea by Evil King Minos at Pinetree Elementary on Wednesday, June 14, 2017. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

Students share knowledge of Greek mythology through unique plays

With crowns, swords, togas and gowns, sixth grade students at Pinetree Community School shared their knowledge of Greek mythology during the school’s annual Greek Play performances Wednesday. About 30 students…

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Read more about the article Elderly man killed following afternoon Valencia crash
A white SUV crash resulted in one fatality on Magic Mountain Parkway in Valencia on June 14,. Samie Gebers/The Signal

Elderly man killed following afternoon Valencia crash

An elderly man was killed following a collision between a white SUV and a big rig early Wednesday afternoon, according to officials with the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station. The…

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Read more about the article “How the West Was Won”– Aimed at Raising Funds for the Kids at Carousel Ranch
First and 2nd Place overall Individuals. L-r, Don Mousseau, 2nd place, from Sharpe Interiors and Bobby Jelone, 1st place, from Penta Building Group. Courtesy photo

“How the West Was Won”– Aimed at Raising Funds for the Kids at Carousel Ranch

Carousel Ranch held its 9th annual “How the West Was Won” Shoot on May 19, at Moore N’ Moore Sporting Clays.  92 shooters on 18 teams came out for a…

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Read more about the article Capitol Republicans shot at baseball practice, Knight responds
Congressman Steve Knight answers questions at a town hall at the Rancho Santa Susana Community Center in Simi Valley on Tuesday, April 18, 2017. Knight announced he was considering a run in the special election for the seat Katie Hill is expected to vacate shortly. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

Capitol Republicans shot at baseball practice, Knight responds

Shots were fired at a House Republican baseball practice early Wednesday morning, wounding Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) and four others. The gunman, James T. Hodgkinson, a 66-year-old from Belleville,…

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Read more about the article Undercover Superhero at La Mesa
Pictured are: Jacob, front center, along with his sister Miranda, (r). Teacher John McCarthy, with son Quinn (who also attends La Mesa), and daughter Kiera. Courtesy photo

Undercover Superhero at La Mesa

I am a teacher at La Mesa Junior High School.  I have been working on a secret mission with a superhero since late January 2017.  This super hero's name is…

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Read more about the article SCCS softball players named All-Heritage League
Santa Clarita Christian pitcher Hailey Aguilar (2) pitches against Trinity Classical Academy on Monday. Dan Watson/ For The Signal

SCCS softball players named All-Heritage League

Four Santa Clarita Christian School softball players have been selected to the All-Heritage League team. Hailey Aguilar and Sydnee Skinner led the Cardinals as first-team honorees. Aguilar, a pitcher, has…

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