Read more about the article City staff recommends $1.6M to improve traffic flow
Dan Watson A student waits on the sidewalk as traffic heads for West Ranch High School on Valencia Blvd. on the first day of school in Stevenson Ranch on Thursday. 081612

City staff recommends $1.6M to improve traffic flow

The city of Santa Clarita is looking to invest $1.6 million in the 2019-20 fiscal year specifically toward improving traffic flow, officials revealed Tuesday. City Manager Ken Striplin gave council…

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Read more about the article City invites local businesses to join Bike to Work Day challenge
Bikers take to the trails after the ribbon cutting for the River Village Trailhead in Santa Clarita on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2017. The trailhead connects to the 11-mile Santa Clara River Trail that stretches from Interstate 5 to Sand Canyon Road. Nikolas Samuels/The Signal

City invites local businesses to join Bike to Work Day challenge

The city of Santa Clarita is inviting local businesses and employees to gear up for the 16th annual Bike to Work Day challenge on May 16. The annual event is…

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Read more about the article West Ranch softball advances to CIF-SS semifinals after dominant win against Warren
West Ranch softball's Alyssa Jauregui is greeted by her teammates at home plate after hitting a home run against Warren in the CIF-Southern Section Division 3 quarterfinals at Warren High School earlier this year. Haley Sawyer/The Signal

West Ranch softball advances to CIF-SS semifinals after dominant win against Warren

DOWNEY — With the bases loaded in the top of the fifth inning, West Ranch freshman Alyssa Jauregui stepped up to the plate. Before she took a swing, Wildcats head…

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Read more about the article It’s ‘Science Night’ at Shelter Hope Pet Shop
Tyler Roman, 7, left, and Cameryn Roman prepare to have their picture taken with the short-haired cat, Wilson, the 928th adoption at Shelter Hope Pet Shop in Valencia. (Photo by Dan Watson)

It’s ‘Science Night’ at Shelter Hope Pet Shop

Shelter Hope Pet Shop is teaming up with students from the Valencia High School STEM Club to host another Kids’ Night Out on Friday, May 10. “This one will be…

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Read more about the article Wild for Animals fundraiser returns to Newhall
Coco, a Boxer puppy, roams around the Castaic Animal Care Center in hopes of finding a new home on Saturday, August 19, 2017. Christian Monterrosa/ The Signal

Wild for Animals fundraiser returns to Newhall

The Castaic Animal Care Center is inviting Santa Clarita residents to its second annual “Wild for Animals Too: We Hart Animal Art” fundraiser on Saturday, May 11. The event is…

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Read more about the article City Council to consider repealing sex offender residency restrictions
Santa Clarita City Hall is located on the 23900 block of Valencia Blvd. File photo

City Council to consider repealing sex offender residency restrictions

The Santa Clarita City Council is scheduled Tuesday to consider repealing its sex offender residency restrictions in light of pending litigation and a state Supreme Court ruling. At its upcoming…

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Read more about the article College of the Canyons thrower Jordan Palmer earns trip to state championships in shot put
College of the Canyons freshman Jordan Palmer, pictured here during Oxy Distance Carnival hosted by Occidental College in March, recorded a season-best throw of 14.99m (49’ 2.25”) in the shot put event at the UCLA Rafer Johnson /Jackie Joyner-Kersee Invitational at Drake Stadium. Jacob Velarde/COC Sports Information.

College of the Canyons thrower Jordan Palmer earns trip to state championships in shot put

Records are meant to be broken, and that’s exactly what happened for College of the Canyons thrower Jordan Palmer on Saturday at Riverside City College. Palmer recorded a personal best…

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Read more about the article LA County Fire Department seeks to recruit new team members
A Los Angeles County Firefighter from Station 73 hoses down unburnt grass and brush behind an appartment complex on th 24400 block of Newhall Avenue in Newhall. Cory Rubin/The Signal

LA County Fire Department seeks to recruit new team members

The Los Angeles County Fire Department recently announced new job openings for those who seek to help during emergencies. LACoFD officials posted requirements for the firefighter trainee position, as well…

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Read more about the article Sulphur Springs honors teacher tributes, new foundation
Sulphur Springs Union School District administrative offices. Nikolas Samuels/The Signal

Sulphur Springs honors teacher tributes, new foundation

Sulphur Springs Union School District board members saluted their teacher tribute honorees and discussed their upcoming young authors day and a new district foundation during their Wednesday night board meeting.…

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SUSD board hears about challenges, recommendations for special education program

Saugus Union School District board members received recommendations regarding special education, mental health, program placement/structure and staffing on Tuesday. During a presentation from Diane D’Elia, SUSD’s director of student services,…

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Read more about the article Be informed, reach out for help, Parent Resource Symposium encourages
Maria Garcia, a local teacher assistant, tries on goggles for the drunken driving simulation on May 8, 2019 at the 9th annual Parent Resource Symposium, which teaches about the dangers of drugs. Tammy Murga/ The Signal

Be informed, reach out for help, Parent Resource Symposium encourages

Parents, children and educators gathered Wednesday at City Hall to engage in an open dialogue about the dangers of drugs during the city of Santa Clarita’s ninth Parent Resource Symposium.…

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