Read more about the article West Ranch honors former lacrosse player Maya Evans with balloon release
The parents of Maya Evans stand on the field at West Ranch High School to celebrate their late daughter's birthday with her peers on Friday, Nov. 9. Cory Rubin/The Signal

West Ranch honors former lacrosse player Maya Evans with balloon release

Maya Evans’ birthday has always been a big deal. “The thing about Maya is … she made sure everybody knew it was her birthday,” said West Ranch lacrosse coach Leesa…

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Read more about the article Saugus football overwhelmed by Villa Park
Saugus defenders Blake Adams (22) and Angelo Bornn (10) smother Villa Park running back Anthony Hakai (40) in the first quarter at College of the Canyons on Friday. Dan Watson/The Signal

Saugus football overwhelmed by Villa Park

By Jon Stein For The Signal Saugus, a team historically known for its rushing attack, made it a point this season to showcase a more balanced offensive game plan. That…

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Read more about the article West Ranch ends historic season with loss to Oxnard
West Ranch senior Ryan Camacho turns the corner in a matchup with Oxnard in the second round of the CIF-Southern Section Division 6 playoffs. Cory Rubin/ The Signal

West Ranch ends historic season with loss to Oxnard

By Matt Lechuga For the Signal A week after a wild comeback for their first playoff win in school history against Silverado, West Ranch found themselves in a nearly identical…

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Read more about the article Take free health screenings at the Community Heart Health Fair on Nov. 16
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Take free health screenings at the Community Heart Health Fair on Nov. 16

Focusing attention on keeping people healthy and free from the lethal reach of heart disease, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital will be bringing back its Community Heart Health Fair at Canyon Country Community Center on Nov. 16.

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Read more about the article New fraud alert warns of fake charity groups supporting first responders, LADA says
Firefighters search for any remaining embers after a two acre fire ignites in Canyon Country on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017. Christian Monterrosa/ The Signal

New fraud alert warns of fake charity groups supporting first responders, LADA says

The latest fraud alert is warning Los Angeles County residents of scammers masquerading as charity groups claiming to raise money for first responders, according to the L.A. County District Attorney’s Office on Friday.

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Read more about the article Santa Clarita residents join protest against Sessions resignation
Santa Clarita resident Desiree Nascimento holds a sign at the demonstration in front of City Hall held in response to the resignation of Jeff Sessions, November 8, 2018. Caleb Lunetta/The Signal.

Santa Clarita residents join protest against Sessions resignation

More than 100 Santa Clarita residents congregated outside City Hall Thursday evening to join thousands of others across the country who are protesting the resignation of Attorney General Jeff Sessions.

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Read more about the article Students reflect on heroes
Brothers, Sharky, 7, left, and Ryder Boyd,10, stand by Shary's artwork entitled "My Favorite Heros Don't Wear Capes" at the 50th Annual Reflections Gala held at Meadows Elementary School in Santa Clarita on Thursday. Dan Watson/The Signal

Students reflect on heroes

Meadows Elementary School student dancers, musicians, photographers, artists and writers participated in Thursday’s 50th annual Reflections ceremony, a National Parent Teacher Association-sponsored program that encourages students to create original works…

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Read more about the article Unlocked Escape Rooms Brings Engaging Entertainment Opportunity to Santa Clarita
Gary Kassan (left) and Dave Kelfer created Unlocked Escape Rooms to bring a new source of entertainment to Santa Clarita. Matt Fernandez/The Signal

Unlocked Escape Rooms Brings Engaging Entertainment Opportunity to Santa Clarita

Gary Kassan and Dave Kelfer have owned and operated Unlocked Escape Rooms in Newhall for the past two years and plan on opening a space-themed room in a few weeks.

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Read more about the article Open enrollment available at new Castaic High School
Castaic High School Principal Melanie Hagman speaks at the Lions Club barbecue, as club president Robert Butler (third from right) watches. Ryan Mancini/The Signal

Open enrollment available at new Castaic High School

Castaic High School Principal Melanie Hagman began meeting with local families this week at various junior high and middle schools to share the options that will soon be available to…

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Read more about the article Downtown Newhall set to transform for Light Up Main Street event on Nov. 17
A 25-foot Christmas tree is lit up at Newhall Library Saturday night. Austin Westfall/ The Signal

Downtown Newhall set to transform for Light Up Main Street event on Nov. 17

Residents will soon have the chance to see Downtown Newhall transform into a snow-covered winter wonderland once again as the city prepares to kick off the holiday season. Set for…

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Read more about the article Needham Ranch project developers to celebrate ‘major milestone’
The Center at Needham Ranch project is set to celebrate a significant milestone on Nov. 20. On the week of Nov. 18, vertical building of the project should be visible to passersby. Courtesy photo

Needham Ranch project developers to celebrate ‘major milestone’

After approval by the city 15 years ago, the Center at Needham Ranch project is set to celebrate a significant milestone on Tuesday, Nov. 20, according to developers. Residents have…

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Read more about the article Pedestrian Bridge installation to cause Sierra Highway closure Friday night
A pedestrian bridge under construction at the intersection of Golden Valley Road and Sierra Highway. Cory Rubin/ The Signal

Pedestrian Bridge installation to cause Sierra Highway closure Friday night

Earlier this year, construction began for a new bridge designed to create a safer pathway for pedestrians to cross Sierra Highway in Canyon Country. Now the project is nearing completion…

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Read more about the article West Ranch looking to extend historic season against Oxnard
West Ranch quarterback Weston Eget (8) hands off to Ryan Camacho (2) in the first quarter against Saugus at Valencia High School on Friday, Oct. 12, 2018. Dan Watson/The Signal

West Ranch looking to extend historic season against Oxnard

When West Ranch football was moved from Division 9 to Division 6 prior to this prep football season, coach Chris Varner was a little surprised. He didn’t understand how his…

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Read more about the article Saugus ready for playoff battle against undefeated Villa Park
Saugus' senior quarterback Cole Gallagher completes a pass to senior wide receiver James Sumpter in the season opener at College of the Canyons. Cory Rubin/The Signal

Saugus ready for playoff battle against undefeated Villa Park

The Saugus football team is coming off its most thrilling win of the season this past Friday – a dramatic last-second 38-35 victory at home against last season’s Division 6…

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