Read more about the article Hart grad Colby Pursell is excelling at Colorado
Hart High graduate and University of Colorado offensive lineman Colby Pursell has made a strong impression on the Buffaloes coaching staff after arriving on campus in the winter. Photo courtesy of Brenden Mackey/Colorado Athletics

Hart grad Colby Pursell is excelling at Colorado

When it comes to selecting a major at the University of Colorado, Colby Pursell hasn’t yet reached a decision. “I’m still undecided,” the Hart High graduate said Monday. “I’m going…

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Read more about the article Fundraiser for Help the Children
Michael Santomauro, Director of Santa Clarita facility with Roxanna Presgrove, founder and CEO of Help the Children. Courtesy photo

Fundraiser for Help the Children

By Penni Perrault Valencia Community Contributor   Help The Children hosted a fundraiser for the community at the Newhall VFW. A sumptuous dinner was cooked by Chef Pat Corrigan and…

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Read more about the article Armed with new players, COC men’s soccer ready to move forward
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Armed with new players, COC men’s soccer ready to move forward

In the offseason, College of the Canyons men’s soccer did some “weeding out,” according to coach Philip Marcellin. “We were a very talented and under motivated group last year in…

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Read more about the article Saugus District welcomes staff with convocation
Steve Ventura, a former educator and administrator, presents a keynote address to the Saugus Union School District at its staff convocation on Monday, Aug. 7, 2017. Courtesy of Lee Morrell

Saugus District welcomes staff with convocation

The Saugus Union School (SUSD) district kicked off its academic year with a Welcome Back Convocation at Real Life Church Monday. Monday’s convocation was a chance for the district’s more…

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Read more about the article Santa Clarita Swap Meet holds annual school supply drive for Boys & Girls Club
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Santa Clarita Swap Meet holds annual school supply drive for Boys & Girls Club

As local students head back to school, The Santa Clarita Swap Meet wants to help fill students’ backpacks with everything they need. The swap meet is hosting their third annual…

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Read more about the article Castaic District preps for school year with active shooter training
Sergeant Mike Harding talks to Castaic Union School District teachers about how to survive an active shooter situation on Tuesday, August 8, 2017. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

Castaic District preps for school year with active shooter training

In the Castaic Union School District, this year’s focus is on hope for the district’s students, teachers, staff and administrators. The unifying message to “Make Hope Happen CUSD” was shared…

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Read more about the article Arrests made in stepped up parole and probation sweeps
State parole agents focus their efforts on an area of Canyon Country near Sierra Vista Junior High on Aug. 3, 2017. Emily Giordano/For The Signal

Arrests made in stepped up parole and probation sweeps

If you’re living in the Santa Clarita Valley with a recent criminal past, then don’t be surprised if you get a visit from any number of law enforcement agencies stepping…

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Read more about the article Southern Californians lend a hand at Police and Fire Games
Athletes from around the world compete in the Toughest Competitor Alive competition of the World Police and Fire Games at College of the Canyons on Tuesday, August 8, 2017. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

Southern Californians lend a hand at Police and Fire Games

Volunteers from all over Southern California are taking part in the World Police and Fire Games this week to show their support for competitors. For the Toughest Competitor Alive event…

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