Read more about the article Alberto E Delgado III: COC needs a meditation garden
A group of flowers bloom in the corner of the Community Gardens of Santa Clarita at Central Park. Samie Gebers/The Signal

Alberto E Delgado III: COC needs a meditation garden

Image, if you will, strategically placed plants creating seclusion, a simple yet elegant, peaceful, soothing spot for a quiet reflection. In other words, a meditation garden. Almost all of us…

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Read more about the article Real-life Ferdinand the Bull finds his home at The Gentle Barn
Ferdinand, a 12-week old bull calf, is the newest addition to The Gentle Barn in Santa Clarita, Calif. Courtesy Photo

Real-life Ferdinand the Bull finds his home at The Gentle Barn

With the adoption of its newest bull, Ferdinand, The Gentle Barn in Santa Clarita is proving that this beloved character’s demeanor extends beyond pages of books and screens of theaters.…

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Read more about the article David W. Hegg: Making the most of Christmas
Senior Pastor David W. Hegg delivers a sermon about applying The Bible to one's daily life at a Speaking by Listening Conference at Grace Baptist Church in Santa Clarita. Nikolas Samuels/The Signal

David W. Hegg: Making the most of Christmas

I love Christmas. I love the lights, the songs, the story, and even – at times – the pace. But who among us hasn’t quietly thought it would be great…

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Read more about the article Richard Myers: Hello, clouds. Welcome back.
Dark clouds roll into the Santa Clarita Valley on Oct. 31, 2017. Nikolas Samuels/The Signal

Richard Myers: Hello, clouds. Welcome back.

I’m just wondering if anyone else has noticed something strange in our sky lately? Clouds. Yes, real, honest-to-goodness clouds. Now, if you haven’t lived in Southern California very long, you…

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Read more about the article Joshua Heath: Standing up for Julie Olsen
FILE PHOTO: Saugus Union School District Governing Board member Julie Olsen addresses topics facing the district during a candidate forum on Thursday, Oct. 20, 2017.

Joshua Heath: Standing up for Julie Olsen

Recently KHTS, a local news outlet, got a hold of several Facebook messages sent by Saugus Union School District board member Julie Olsen, which contained insulting language toward various local…

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Read more about the article Wounded deputy thanks SCV well-wishers
Deputy suffered "through and through" gunshot wound to the neck. photo courtesy the SCV Sheriff's Station

Wounded deputy thanks SCV well-wishers

A local sheriff’s deputy recovering at home from a gunshot wound to the neck expressed thanks to everyone who showed support and concern for his well-being. The deputy, whose identity…

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Read more about the article High wind warning issued for Santa Clarita Valley
Signal file photo A woman holds onto her hoodie in the wind as she watches the Saugus varsity girls soccer game at Saugus on December 2, 2016. Katharine Lotze/Signal

High wind warning issued for Santa Clarita Valley

High winds expected to last through at least Wednesday are forecast to whip around the Santa Clarita Valley, weather officials said Monday. However, in true California fashion, they’re expected to…

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Read more about the article PHOTOS: Sierra Hillbillies throw annual Holiday Ties & Bows dance
Couples dance and sway across the floor at the SCV Senior Center where the Sierra Hillbillies held their annual Bows & Ties dance on Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017. Ryan Painter/The Signal.

PHOTOS: Sierra Hillbillies throw annual Holiday Ties & Bows dance

The Sierra Hillbillies held their annual Holiday Ties & Bows dance at the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center on Sunday afternoon. Over thirty participants came out to the event sporting…

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