Read more about the article Local Author Ron Fulleman Releases Book To Help Older Students with Low Reading Levels
Ron Fulleman's new book "Faces int he Flames" is a WWII ghost story specially crafted for students with a high interest in reading but low ability.

Local Author Ron Fulleman Releases Book To Help Older Students with Low Reading Levels

Ron Fulleman, an author and substitute teacher with the William S. Hart Union High School District, writes stories for students who have a high interest in reading but are at a low reading level, or Hi/Lo. His fourth and most recent book, “Faces in the Flames: A Ghost Story,” was published in August and is based on the real-life WWII oil tanker USS Mississinewa, which was the first ship to be sunk by Japanese suicide submarines and on which Fulleman’s father served.

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Read more about the article Appellate Court rules on restraining order between City Council candidates
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Appellate Court rules on restraining order between City Council candidates

The state’s court of appeals issued its opinion in a local legal saga over a restraining order and harassment claim between two City Council candidates stretching back more than a…

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Read more about the article Lombardi Ranch scheduled to open to public for pumpkins and pictures only
After closing in 2015, due to the drought, Lombardi Ranch is scheduled to open to the public, Oct. 20-21 and 27-28 for pumpkins and pictures only. Michele Lutes/The Signal

Lombardi Ranch scheduled to open to public for pumpkins and pictures only

Two eyes and a jack-o-lantern smile carved into a big orange fiberglass pumpkin, standing for more than just decoration: A little piece of tradition for many Santa Clarita residents is returning for two weekends of October, for pumpkin sales and photo opportunities only.

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Read more about the article COC Insider: Canyons volleyball’s Grace Ferguson leading the way behind strong defensive play
Freshman middle blocker Grace Ferguson led the state in hitting percentage and total blocks. Jacob Velarde/COC Sports Information

COC Insider: Canyons volleyball’s Grace Ferguson leading the way behind strong defensive play

By Jesse Muñoz For The Signal To say Grace Ferguson is having an impact on the Cougars’ success this season would be an understatement. Whether it be from behind the…

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Read more about the article Friends of Castaic Lake selling Circus Vargas tickets as fundraiser
Families participate in fishing activities by Castaic Lake. Courtesy photo

Friends of Castaic Lake selling Circus Vargas tickets as fundraiser

The Friends of Castaic Lake, a nonprofit group sponsoring recreational programming at Castaic Lake Park, plans to sell fundraising tickets for two shows by Circus Vargas, which is coming to…

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Read more about the article Valencia tennis’ Amanda Tabanera commits to Valparaiso University
Valencia's Amanda Tabanera prepares to hit the ball with a forehand against Cameron Schwartz on Thursday afternoon at Hart High School. Eddy Martinez/The Signal

Valencia tennis’ Amanda Tabanera commits to Valparaiso University

Valencia’s No. 1 singles player Amanda Tabanera has been an integral part of the Vikings tennis team for four years, and now she will continue her playing career as a…

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Read more about the article Local residents create haunted house inspired by popular Netflix show
From left to right: Joey Bush, owner Bond Landeen, Jill Landeen, Jeff Grimaud, Joshua Bradeis and Kimberly Pearson transformed Landeen's garage into Hawkins, Indiana for their Stanger Things themed haunted house in Saugus. Cory Rubin/The Signal

Local residents create haunted house inspired by popular Netflix show

A house in Saugus will once again undergo a complete haunted makeover, “Stranger Things”-style, for Halloween this year. William “Bond” Landeen has transformed the garage of his Saugus home into…

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Read more about the article Santa Clarita Valley actress performs national anthem before start of Game 5 of the NLCS
Actress Kelly Packard sings the national anthem on the field at Dodger Stadium before Los Angeles takes on the Milwaukee Brewers. Courtesy Photo

Santa Clarita Valley actress performs national anthem before start of Game 5 of the NLCS

Santa Clarita resident Kelly Packard marked the beginning of Wednesday’s National League Championship Series playoff game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Milwaukee Brewers at Dodger Stadium. Known for…

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Read more about the article Laemmle Theatres breaks ground on new Santa Clarita Valley location
Greg and Tish Laemmle break ground for the future Laemmle Theatres with several city dignataries. Cory Rubin/ The Signal

Laemmle Theatres breaks ground on new Santa Clarita Valley location

While there’s nothing wrong with indulging in the action-packed Marvel blockbuster movies, Santa Clarita Valley residents are closer to enjoying indie, foreign and art films in their hometown, following a…

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Read more about the article COC volleyball builds early lead but can’t hang on against Bakersfield College
COC volleyball's Rachel Caruthers (8) and Toni Bito (50) go for a block as Bakersfield scores the final point in a 3-2 win over the Cougars at College of the Canyons on Wednesday. Haley Sawyer/The Signal

COC volleyball builds early lead but can’t hang on against Bakersfield College

Holding a two-set lead over Bakersfield College on Wednesday night, College of the Canyons was battling, but in control. “We wanted to start off with a lot of energy and…

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Read more about the article TMU Insider: Men’s soccer in the mix for conference title
The Master's University forward Trevor Mangan (25), right, scores TMU's second goal against Florida National University's goal keeper Rodrigo Festuccia (1) and Onezimo Francisco (5) in the first half at The Master's University on Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2018. Dan Watson/The Signal

TMU Insider: Men’s soccer in the mix for conference title

By Mason Nesbitt For The Signal The scenes remain an indelible part of the most prolific playoff run in Santa Clarita Valley boys soccer history: Justin Ikeora breaking away from…

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Read more about the article Air Force: Thunderbirds Del Bagno lost consciousness before fatal crash
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Air Force: Thunderbirds Del Bagno lost consciousness before fatal crash

A Valencia pilot who flew for the U.S. Air Force’s Thunderbirds lost consciousness during a training flight just before fatally crashing in April, according to an Air Force investigation. The…

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Read more about the article Pups Join Fight Against Cancer
Dozens of attendees participate in the Doggy Lap parade to officially open the American Cancer Society's Annual Bark For Life event held at Bridgeport Park in Valencia on Saturday. Dan Watson/The Signal

Pups Join Fight Against Cancer

News Release J oin the American Cancer Society’s Bark For LifeTM event Oct. 27 as dogs and their owners raise funds and awareness in the fight against cancer. This year’s…

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