Read more about the article Locals and bike enthusiasts welcome Tour of California to city
Rally's Evan Huffman, right, and teammate Rob Britton, left, celebrate after crossing the finish line in first and second, respectively, at the Stage 4 finish of the Tour of California in Santa Clarita on Wednesday, May 17, 2017. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

Locals and bike enthusiasts welcome Tour of California to city

With his arms stretched wide, American cyclist Evan Huffman rode in as the first-place winner at the Stage 4 finish line in Santa Clarita for the AMGEN Tour of California…

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Read more about the article Probe underway in FBI dog shooting
Sheriff's deputies talk to dog-walking woman at scene of dog shooting by FBI agent. photo by Austin Dave, The Signal

Probe underway in FBI dog shooting

An FBI investigation is underway into last week’s lethal shooting of a dog by an FBI agent. “We have opened an investigation so I’m limited in providing specific details,” Laura…

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Read more about the article John O’Connell earns YMCA award for service to Santa Clarita Valley
Santa Clarita Valley YMCA's John O’Connell received the Golden Book of Distinguished Service award at YMCA's 135th annual Celebration on May 11, 2017. Courtesy of YMCA

John O’Connell earns YMCA award for service to Santa Clarita Valley

Since he was a child, John O’Connell felt a strong connection to the programs and services provided by the YMCA. He attended afterschool and summer programs at “the Y” in…

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Read more about the article Washington Post recognizes Hart and Saugus High Schools
The William S Hart Union High School District office. Dan Watson/The Signal

Washington Post recognizes Hart and Saugus High Schools

News release issued by the William S. Hart Union High School District. The Washington Post has released its annual rankings of America’s most challenging high schools with Hart and Saugus…

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Read more about the article UPDATE: Knight addresses Russia investigation concerns, opponents respond
Congressman Steve Knight listens to constituent questions as an attendee raises her hand during a town hall at the Rancho Santa Susana Community Center in Simi Valley on Tuesday, April 18, 2017. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

UPDATE: Knight addresses Russia investigation concerns, opponents respond

Congressman Steve Knight (R-Palmdale) spoke in favor of an investigation into Russia’s involvement in the United States November election on Tuesday. “It is time for an investigation of Russia’s intervention…

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Read more about the article Valencia High School students explore health careers
Ryan Liljedahl presents to fellow Valencia High School students his project career path to becoming a pediatric cardiothoracic surgeon at Valencia's first annual Freshman Health Science Expo on Wednesday, May 17, 2017. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

Valencia High School students explore health careers

At Valencia High School, students have the unique opportunity to explore careers in the medical field through the William S. Hart Union High School District’s first Medical Science Academy (MSA).…

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Read more about the article Seen Around the SCV
The Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita had a special visit from representatives of Crippen's Mortuary and Matthews' Aurora Funeral Solutions on May 2. Employees for the companies Brad, Chris, and Greg stopped by to drop off a check for $1,000. After a tour given by 10 year old Club member Dylan, the gentleman presented the check to a group of 80 Club members, sharing how proud they are to support the Boys & Girls Club and why it is an important program in our community. Courtesy photo

Seen Around the SCV

Boys & Girls Club receive donation from Crippen's Mortuary and Matthews' Aurora Funeral Solutions.

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Read more about the article Local Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial Day Addresses PTSD and Suicide
Santa Clarita resident, Brian Delate, Vietnam veteran, writer, and actor. Courtesy photo

Local Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial Day Addresses PTSD and Suicide

Local resident, Brian Delate, a veteran actor and combat soldier who fought in the Vietnam War, is presenting his powerful play, MEMORIAL DAY for nine special performances in May at…

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Read more about the article COC football’s Dorian Gerald earns D1 offers through hard work
College of the Canyons defensive end Dorian Gerald has garnered attention from numerous Division 1 FBS schools. John Bogna/COC Sports Information

COC football’s Dorian Gerald earns D1 offers through hard work

College of the Canyons defensive end Dorian Gerald holds a notebook in one hand and a pen in the other. He stares down a COC Athletics staff member and asks,…

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Read more about the article Two Foothill League playoff athletes make college decisions
Golden Valley's Gabriel Coronado is a candidate for The Signal's Male Athlete of the Year. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

Two Foothill League playoff athletes make college decisions

For a high school athlete, playoff season can be a lot to handle. Two Foothill League athletes are dealing with the pressure of postseason plus some added excitement. Golden Valley…

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