Read more about the article UPDATE: Domestic Violence Summit challenges community to stand up for victims
Crime Survivors inc. Founder and CEO Patricia Wenskunas speaks to a group of about 150 attendees at the Domestic Violence Summit held at College of the Canyons in Valencia on Friday. Dan Watson / For The Signal

UPDATE: Domestic Violence Summit challenges community to stand up for victims

Attendees at the Domestic Violence Summit were not only equipped with information, but encouraged to use it to take action. At The Signal’s second annual event on Friday, service providers,…

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Read more about the article Vikings football aims to keep momentum going
Valencia's Connor Downs (14) dodges a tackle from Chaparral's Dane Breslo (11) during a football game against Chaparral of Scottsdale, Ariz. on Friday, Sept. 8, 2017. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

Vikings football aims to keep momentum going

Valencia football will be back to playing a California football team this week after trouncing Chaparral of Scottsdale, Arizona last Friday. The Vikings turn their attention to Newbury Park of…

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Read more about the article Bernard Katz – U.S. Army Korean War Veteran – Friendly Valley Resident
Bernard Katz Broken Down Korea 1952. courtesy photo

Bernard Katz – U.S. Army Korean War Veteran – Friendly Valley Resident

I first met Bernie Katz at our American Legion Hall in Newhall right after our Memorial Day Ceremony earlier this year, and, after a brief chat, I knew he was…

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Read more about the article Prep volleyball roundup: Saugus tackles tall task against West Ranch
Saugus teammates celebrate a successful point during a volleyball game at West Ranch on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2017. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

Prep volleyball roundup: Saugus tackles tall task against West Ranch

When Saugus volleyball entered West Ranch’s gym, they knew taking on the defending co-Foothill League champion Wildcats would be a tall task. “For our team, I think everybody thought they…

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Nearing the legislative finish line: How SCV elected officials have voted on key bills

California lawmakers are voting on hundreds of bills this week as the legislative season ends on Friday. Some of the state’s most widely-discussed bills must jump through their last hurdles,…

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Read more about the article Water merger bill now in governor’s hands
Proposed districts if the consolidation of Castaic Lake Water Agency and the Newhall County Water District are finalized via legislation.

Water merger bill now in governor’s hands

Whether Santa Clarita’s water districts will merge is now entirely up to Governor Jerry Brown. In its last legislative hurdle, Senate Bill 634 passed the Senate floor on Thursday. If…

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Read more about the article Deputies respond to teens texting suicide threats
A student walks by hundreds of lanterns placed in the Honor Grove at College of the Canyons for the "Shine a Light" for suicide prevention and awareness on Tuesday, May 9, 2017. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

Deputies respond to teens texting suicide threats

On Wednesday, a Saugus High School student sent a text to friends that he was going to kill himself. On Tuesday, a Valencia High School student sent a text to…

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Read more about the article First Valencia High School graduates to celebrate 20-year reunion
FILE PHOTO: Valencia High School graduating senior Jennifer Heinrich throws a kiss to family during the Valencia High graduation ceremony held at College of the Canyons in Valencia on Friday. Dan Watson/For The Signal

First Valencia High School graduates to celebrate 20-year reunion

Two decades after Valencia High School opened its doors, alumni are holding their 20-year reunion. In 1994, Valencia High School opened its doors to its first group of freshman and…

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Read more about the article Hart seeks second win of season against Antelope Valley
Hart's Ben Rosen (10) pushes off teammate Nathan Bradder (65) to escape Downey's defense during a football game at College of the Canyons on Friday, Sept. 1, 2017. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

Hart seeks second win of season against Antelope Valley

After a convincing win over Arcadia last week, the Hart Indians will be looking for another victory Friday when they take on Antelope Valley at College of the Canyons. Hart’s…

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