Read more about the article Cina ‘deeply remorseful’ for her actions in the death of Saugus mom
A sheriff's deputy examines the scene of a fatal traffic collision on Golden Valley Road, near Soledad Canyon Road on Oct. 7, 2017. Austin Dave/The Signal

Cina ‘deeply remorseful’ for her actions in the death of Saugus mom

Although she didn’t speak in court when sentenced to 10 years in prison, the young woman described as an excellent student and outstanding athlete with no criminal record “accepted full…

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Read more about the article American Red Cross announces blood shortage after Fourth of July week
Edith Fernandez prepares the containers that the blood will be put in at the American Red Cross Blood Drive at Saint Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Church in Santa Clarita on Sunday. Nikolas Samuels/The Signal

American Red Cross announces blood shortage after Fourth of July week

The American Red Cross is issuing an urgent call for eligible donors of all blood types – especially type O – to donate blood now, due to an emergency blood…

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Read more about the article Oakmont of Santa Clarita invites residents to thank first responders
Firefighters enter Oakmont of Santa Clarita assisted living in Valencia after a smoky fire in a laundry room evacuated dozens of residents from the building for a short time on Thursday morning. Dan Watson/The Signal

Oakmont of Santa Clarita invites residents to thank first responders

Santa Clarita residents are invited to a community event hosted by the Oakmont of Santa Clarita, to thank the L.A. County Fire Department officials for their efforts during the 2017…

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Read more about the article Loved ones gather at Central Park to remember Andrew Straughan
Straughan's siblings and parents hug friends and fellow Marines who knew him as charismatic and energetic at all times. Michele Lutes/ The Signal

Loved ones gather at Central Park to remember Andrew Straughan

With the heat dying down, candles flickered in remembrance of Andrew Straughan, whose family, friends and a few of his fellow Marines gathered in Central Park on Sunday night.

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Read more about the article Fire officials: Weekend attic fire in Saugus was accidental
Firefighters on scene of attic fire in Saugus Saturday. photo for The Signal by Rick McClure

Fire officials: Weekend attic fire in Saugus was accidental

Fire officials are looking into a fire that broke out Saturday inside the attic of a house in Saugus. The fire is suspected to be “accidental,” at this point, officials…

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Read more about the article Brush fire at Kern County line burns 100 acres
Firefighters at the scene of a brush fire in Lebec. photo for The Signal by Jeff Zimmerman.

Brush fire at Kern County line burns 100 acres

A brush at the Kern County line Sunday afternoon burned at least 100 acres by early Monday morning. Firefighters from at least four agencies including the Los Angeles County Fire…

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Read more about the article UPDATE: Brush fire burns 2.5 acres in Tesoro
Firefighters from LA County battle the Tesoro Fire in North Valencia. The Fire started at 10:48 am and the caue is under investigation. Cory Rubin/ The Signal

UPDATE: Brush fire burns 2.5 acres in Tesoro

A brush fire that broke out in Tesoro del Valle Monday morning, burned 2.5 acres before it was extinguished in about a half-hour. The fire — dubbed the “Tesoro Incident”…

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Read more about the article Summer programs offer children entertainment
A camper makes a s’more during a campfire craft at Camp Clarita at Valencia Meadows Park on Tuesday, June 27, 2017. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

Summer programs offer children entertainment

With schools closed for summer vacation, parents in the Santa Clarita Valley may find themselves searching for ways to keep their children occupied with something besides video games during the…

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Read more about the article Local Santa Clarita Art Exhibits – UPDATED
Bountiful Bougainvilleas by Laurie Morgan can be seen at the Summer Breeze art exhibit at the SCAA Art Gallery through Aug. 26. Courtesy photo

Local Santa Clarita Art Exhibits – UPDATED

“Donuts,” Art Exhibit runs through July 13 As the title suggests, the exhibit features works by various artists highlighting or using the donut as a design element. This exhibit celebrates…

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Read more about the article Blues Society performs for veterans and residents
Styxx Marshall and the Grandstand Allstars perform before a growing crowd at the American Legion Post. Ryan Mancini/ The Signal

Blues Society performs for veterans and residents

With a live band and staying cool, the Santa Clarita Valley Blues Society held its monthly blues jam at American Legion Post 507 Sunday evening.

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Read more about the article TreePeople looks for volunteers to help restore burn site
Copter 15 lands to pick up firefighters at the scene of a brush fire in Valencia on Dec. 12, 2017. Austin Dave/The Signal

TreePeople looks for volunteers to help restore burn site

TreePeople and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation have partnered to restore the area damaged during last year’s Copper Fire and are looking for volunteers willing to help. In 2002,…

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Read more about the article Summer heat tips to keep Santa Clarita cool
A woman walks into the Newhall library on Wedesday, August 30, 2017. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

Summer heat tips to keep Santa Clarita cool

Summer isn’t over yet with its high temperatures that can cause numerous problems for those in Santa Clarita who must deal with them. With temperatures hitting triple digits, being protected…

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Read more about the article Car robbery ends with suspect surrendering along Sierra Highway
Sheriff's vehicles stop behind the Wal-Mart Supercenter before following the suspect down Golden Valley Road. Ryan Mancini/ The Signal

Car robbery ends with suspect surrendering along Sierra Highway

A car robbery outside the Wal-Mart Supercenter ended with the suspect surrendering by Sierra Highway after a brief pursuit Saturday evening.

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Read more about the article Starting6 volleyball training camp welcomes mutliple olympians during July training camp
Trinity’s Taylor Oshiro (15) jumps to block a hit by Lancaster’s Nikole Seher (10) during their volleyball match at the Henry Mayo Health and Fitness Center in Valencia on Monday. Katharine Lotze/Signal

Starting6 volleyball training camp welcomes mutliple olympians during July training camp

Henry Mayo’s Fitness and Health Center’s Starting6 volleyball program will be holding a sale of $75 off normal camp fees to celebrate the US Olympians who support the program, according…

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Read more about the article Friends of the Stevenson Ranch Library hold book sale
Books on sale at the Stevenson Ranch library vary from cookbooks, romance novels, crime fiction and more. Ryan Mancini/ The Signal

Friends of the Stevenson Ranch Library hold book sale

With several volumes to choose from, the Stevenson Ranch Library held a book sale with the help of the Friends of the Stevenson Ranch Library Saturday morning.

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