Yearly Archives: 2018
Read more about the article A Centennial Tribute
Veterans advocate Sharon Ventrice, left, and Santa Clarita Mayor Laurene Weste stand by a display of original and reproduction WW1 artifacts on display at Santa Clarita City Hall as they prepare for the 100th anniversary of WWI and the Veterans Day Ceremony that will be held at Veterans Historical Plaza in Newhall on Sunday, November 11, 2018. Dan Watson/The Signal

A Centennial Tribute

By Caleb Lunetta Signal Staff Writer On Nov. 11, 1918, soldiers around the world celebrated the signing of an armistice between the Allies and Germany, which concluded the most bloody…

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Read more about the article Annual demonstration shows dangers of driving under the influence
During a demonstration, a Los Angeles County firefighter from Station 126 covers a student's body to signify the ramifications of driving distracted or under the influence of controlled substances. Brennon Dixson/The Signal

Annual demonstration shows dangers of driving under the influence

For 23 years, students in the Santa Clarita Valley have participated in “Every 15 Minutes,” a program that educates local high school juniors and seniors on the dangers of drunk…

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Read more about the article Turning the page on football records in the Foothill League
West ranch senior quarterback Weston Eget passes the ball in a matchup with Oxnard in the second round of the CIF-Southern Section Division 6 playoffs on Friday, Nov. 9 at Valencia High School. Cory Rubin/The Signal

Turning the page on football records in the Foothill League

Records were meant to be broken, especially with all the talent coming out of the Foothill League. A whole lot of them came tumbling down during this historic season. But…

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Read more about the article SCV basketball roundup: Saugus girls and boys, West Ranch boys win

SCV basketball roundup: Saugus girls and boys, West Ranch boys win

Saugus girls basketball begins the season 2-0 after defeating Glendale 37-26 on Tuesday and North Hollywood 57-25 on Thursday. Monique Febles scored 14 points while Ashlyn Canel and Alexis Jimenez…

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Read more about the article Wildcats headline 2018 All-Foothill League girls tennis doubles team
Emily Andrews, left, and Audrey Kim of West Ranch compete during the Foothill League prelims held at the Paseo Club in Valencia on Wednesday, October 24, 2018. Dan Watson/The Signal

Wildcats headline 2018 All-Foothill League girls tennis doubles team

Anchoring the West Ranch girls doubles team throughout the 2018 season, a pair of wily vets had the honor of leading off the All-Foothill league Girls Tennis Doubles First Team:…

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Read more about the article Knight waits for status on pending bills, Hill establishes legislative priorities

Knight waits for status on pending bills, Hill establishes legislative priorities

As Representative-elect Katie Hill and Rep. Steve Knight, R-Palmdale, prepare for their transitions in and out of the U.S. House, the two also are working on their respective legislative priorities.…

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Read more about the article Ventura County clarifies it only ran out of provisional ballot envelopes
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Ventura County clarifies it only ran out of provisional ballot envelopes

Voters in Simi Valley who cast provisional ballots to decide the 25th Congressional and 38th Assembly District races all had the chance to vote on election night — despite some…

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Read more about the article Resident questions district about letter
Saugus Union School District leaders gather at a meeting of the governing board. (SIGNAL FILE PHOTO)

Resident questions district about letter

One local resident used the public comment portion of the Saugus Union School District’s board meeting Tuesday to share her thoughts about the district’s recent conduct regarding a cease-and-desist letter,…

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Read more about the article Hart District students compete in SCV Business Group’s speech competition
The 12 finalist gather on stage for the announcement of the three winners after the speeches on the subject of "How do I protect my reputation and character when using social media" at the 5th Annual 8th Grade Speech Competition held at Rio Norte Junior High School on Tuesday, November 13, 2018. Dan Watson/The Signal

Hart District students compete in SCV Business Group’s speech competition

Dozens of eighth-graders in the William S. Hart Union High School District competed in the Santa Clarita Valley Business Group’s 5th annual speech competition for the opportunity to take home…

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Read more about the article This year’s ‘51 Most Influential’ people in SCV recognized
Honorees, from left, Holly Schroeder, Carrie Lujan and Dianne Van Hook during chat during the Santa Clarita's 51 Most Influential 2018 luncheon held at Salt Creek Grille in Valencia on Wednesday, November14, 2018. Dan Watson/The Signal

This year’s ‘51 Most Influential’ people in SCV recognized

The Santa Clarita Valley’s most influential people gathered beside one another over lunch Wednesday in honor of all their efforts to make the area a great place to live. A…

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Read more about the article City disappointed and alarmed about High-Speed Rail Authority’s Refined SR14 alternative

City disappointed and alarmed about High-Speed Rail Authority’s Refined SR14 alternative

Before Thursday’s meeting in which the High-Speed Rail Authority board is expected to concur with a recommended alternative for the California bullet train, Santa Clarita City Council members reached out…

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Read more about the article West Ranch’s Jordyn McBride named 2018 Foothill League girls tennis singles player of the year
West Ranch's Jordyn McBride returns a ball with a forehand hit against Northwood in the CIF-Southern Section Division 1 tournament.

West Ranch’s Jordyn McBride named 2018 Foothill League girls tennis singles player of the year

Since joining the West Ranch girls tennis team in 2016, Jordyn McBride has helped lead the Wildcats to three straight Foothill League titles. Following her most recent campaign in which…

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