Read more about the article Retired school teacher publishes new children’s book
Vicky Abramson wrote "The Adventures of Kirby," which is now available as a children's picture book. Crystal Duan/The Signal

Retired school teacher publishes new children’s book

Vicky Abramson is a retired elementary school teacher living in Valencia who loves children and animals. Now, she’s combined her interests into a new children’s book. The picture book “The…

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Read more about the article First ‘Co-Ed Dodgeball Spooktacular’ Fundraiser to be Held by JCI Santa Clarita
JCI Santa Clarita members play dodgeball. Joey Levy

First ‘Co-Ed Dodgeball Spooktacular’ Fundraiser to be Held by JCI Santa Clarita

Junior Chamber International (JCI) Santa Clarita will host their first Co-Ed Dodgeball Spooktacular tournament on October 13 at the Santa Clarita Soccer Center in an effort to help raise funds for the organization and its future events.

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Read more about the article Kimzar Kollectables Attracts Hundreds to Fourth Santa Clarita Comic & Toy Expo
Steven Franchini dressed up as a Stormtrooper chef serving a fresh roasted pork at the Santa Clarita Comic & Toy Expo. Matt Fernandez/The Signal

Kimzar Kollectables Attracts Hundreds to Fourth Santa Clarita Comic & Toy Expo

The Santa Clarita Comic & Toy Expo, hosted for the fourth time by Kimzar Kollectables, took place at College of the Canyons. This year’s event featured numerous vendors and artists, including Kimzar, Brave New World Comics and Dreamworld Comics, as well as raffles, a scavenger hunt, face painting and activities for kids.

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Read more about the article Walk for Life leads hundreds to new SCV Pregnancy Center location
Participants walk with balloons during the 2018 Walk for Life for the SCV Pregnancy Center. Michele Lutes/The Signal

Walk for Life leads hundreds to new SCV Pregnancy Center location

More than 700 people gathered at Crossroads Community Church in Valencia on Saturday for the annual Walk for Life fundraiser benefiting the SCV Pregnancy Center.

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Read more about the article Lighting the way one runner at a time
Abigail De La Torre, left, and Abby Campos join hundreds at the starting line of the 5K race during the Be The Light event held at West Creek Park in Valencia on Saturday, September 29, 2018. (Photo by Dan Watson)

Lighting the way one runner at a time

With their glow sticks in hand, runners lined up for the fifth annual Be the Light 5K/10K run from West Creek Park in Valencia on Saturday.

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Read more about the article Corvette show returns to Route 66 Classic Grill, this year helping veterans
Santa Clarita Valley Corvette Club president Dwight McDonald, right, and Jim Fulmer examine a 1960 Corvette at the club's annual Corvette show held at Route 66 Classic Grill in Canyon Country on Saturday, September 29, 2018. (Photo by Dan Watson)

Corvette show returns to Route 66 Classic Grill, this year helping veterans

Between engines revving and burgers on the grill, it was a feast for the senses at the Corvette car show held by the Santa Clarita Valley Corvette Club at Route 66 Classic Grill on Saturday.

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Read more about the article Northpark Village Square hosts 2nd annual Harvest Festival
Makayla, 1 1/2, smiles while picking out her pumpkin at the Harvest Festival in Northpark Village Square on Satuday. Michele Lutes/The Signal.

Northpark Village Square hosts 2nd annual Harvest Festival

Residents gathered at the Northpark Village Square shopping center to celebrate the beginning of the fall season with the second annual Harvest Festival.

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Read more about the article Child & Family Center to Host Second Annual Trike Derby Fundraiser
Adam Hatley pedals his tricycle at the 1st Annual Family and Child Center's Trike Derby at the Wolf Creek Production Brewery in Valencia on Saturday, April 1, 2017. Nikolas Samuels/The Signal

Child & Family Center to Host Second Annual Trike Derby Fundraiser

The Child & Family Center is hosting its second annual Trike Derby on Saturday, Oct. 6, at Wolf Creek Brewery.

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Read more about the article Santa Clarita Science Teacher Mike Koegle Nominated for National LifeChanger Award
Academy of the Canyons science instructor Mike Koegle was nominated for a 2018-2019 LifeChanger of the Year award. Matt Fernandez/The Signal

Santa Clarita Science Teacher Mike Koegle Nominated for National LifeChanger Award

Koegle, who teaches biology, health and a biotechnology course framed as a murder mystery at Academy of the Canyons (AOC), was nominated for the 2018-19 national LifeChanger of the Year award by AOC Campus Supervisor Kane Crawford, and by an anonymous student, due to his passion and dedication toward teaching and his students.

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Read more about the article David Hegg | What’s It Worth? Never Trade Away Your Integrity
David Hegg is senior pastor of Grace Baptist Church and a Santa Clarita resident. "Ethically Speaking" runs Saturdays in The Signal.

David Hegg | What’s It Worth? Never Trade Away Your Integrity

By David Hegg Tradition has it that young Abraham Lincoln walked several miles to return what turned out to be too much change from a store owner. Similar actions during…

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Read more about the article COC football beats Golden West to remain undefeated
College of the Canyons football beat Golden West at home on Saturday night, extending its undefeated streak to 5-0. Courtesy Jacob Velarde/COC Sports Information

COC football beats Golden West to remain undefeated

It was yet again another defensive showcase at home for College of the Canyons on Saturday night as they defeated Golden West College 26-9. In a game where starting quarterback…

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Read more about the article Remembering the Cat Doctor: Community gathers at memorial service for Dr. Tracy McFarland
Dr. Tracy McFarland known as more than just a veternarian died at 60 after a battle with cancer. Michele Lutes/The Signal.

Remembering the Cat Doctor: Community gathers at memorial service for Dr. Tracy McFarland

Community members, pet owners and family gathered Saturday at Grace Baptist Church to remember the impact Dr. Tracy McFarland had on their lives, their cats’ lives and the community.

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