Read more about the article Soroptimist International hosting board installation next month
The Soroptimist International of Greater Santa Clarita Valley's outgoing board members (pictured) will be recognized next month at the nonprofit's installation ceremony. Photo courtesy of SIGSCV

Soroptimist International hosting board installation next month

A local chapter of an international philanthropic group is hosting a ceremony to welcome its new leadership for the coming year. The Soroptimist International of Greater Santa Clarita Valley, or…

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Read more about the article Car hits tree in Bridgeport, then hits pole
SCV Sheriff's Deputy inspects the damage of a car into a tree at the Bridgeport Marketplace. Signal Photo, Lorena Mejia.

Car hits tree in Bridgeport, then hits pole

An ambulance was called for a motorist whose car hit a tree, then a pole, at Bridgeport Marketplace Friday morning. The solo-vehicle traffic collision happened shortly before 10 a.m. off…

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Read more about the article Castaic Kids: Seven teachers returned to teach at the same school district they attended
Castaic Union School District employees, back row from left, Bryahna Alvarez, Miquela Moreno, Samantha Maxey, April Riley and Mallory Jones. Seated, left, Brian Malette and April Mailander pose with vintage Castaic year books at the Castaic Union School District Board Room on Tuesday. Dan Watson/The Signal

Castaic Kids: Seven teachers returned to teach at the same school district they attended

If you ask them if they went to Castaic Union School District schools, they unanimously nod their heads. If you ask them if their parents still live in Castaic, they…

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Read more about the article Motorcycle crash sends one to hospital
SCV Sheriff's deputies on scene of a motorcycle versus vehicle collision in Canyon Country Friday morning. Lorena Mejia/The Signal

Motorcycle crash sends one to hospital

A motorcycle crash sent one person to the hospital Friday morning after colliding with a vehicle in Canyon Country. Around 8:25 a.m., first responders were dispatched to a call of…

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Read more about the article 2018-19 Golden Valley Year in Review
Golden Valley heads onto the field prior to a scrimmage against Crescenta Valley at Harry Welch Stadium. Cory Rubin/ The Signal

2018-19 Golden Valley Year in Review

While Golden Valley High School didn’t have any teams reach the playoffs this year, many of its athletes had tremendous individual seasons and put up phenomenal performances. The boys and…

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Read more about the article City Council to recognize June as Pride Month, local LGBTQ community shares excitement
Students who stopped by the Honor Quad Tuesday afternoon were treated to songs by vocalists from the student-run record label Hipified Records, as well as carnival games like “Queer pong” and “Ace in the Hole” that awarded participants prizes. Brennon Dixon/The Signal

City Council to recognize June as Pride Month, local LGBTQ community shares excitement

The Santa Clarita City Council is expected to recognize June as Pride Month, drawing praise from the local lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or LGBTQ, community, and prompting members of…

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Read more about the article City, MADD recognize three local deputies for DUI arrest efforts
The city of Santa Clarita and Mothers Against Drunk Driving recognized three Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's deputies Mario Acosta, left, Tanner Sanchez and Chris Morgan (right) Tuesday during a City Council meeting. Tammy Murga/ The Signal

City, MADD recognize three local deputies for DUI arrest efforts

The Santa Clarita City Council recognized three Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s deputies Tuesday who have played a major role in helping keep local streets safe from drunken drivers. Deputies Chris…

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Read more about the article City Council approves 2019 Road Rehab program to resurface streets
The city of Santa Clarita announced the start of its annual resurfacing of arterial and neighborhood streets. Courtesy of the city of Santa Clarita

City Council approves 2019 Road Rehab program to resurface streets

Selected roadways across Santa Clarita will soon undergo improvement treatments, thanks to approval Tuesday by the City Council to start the first phase of its annual Road Rehab program. The…

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Read more about the article Passport Acceptance Facility now open at Valencia Library
Canyon Country resident Shirley Holder, left, is assisted by library aide Janelle Christopher as Holder completes paperwork for her passport at the Passport Acceptance Facility in the Old Town Newhall Library on Wednesday, Oct. 3. Dan Watson / The Signal

Passport Acceptance Facility now open at Valencia Library

The city of Santa Clarita announced Wednesday the opening of its second Passport Acceptance Facility, this time for visitors of the Valencia Library. The center, located inside the library at…

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Read more about the article Military Defense act passes armed service committee, heads to House floor
Katie Hill answers questions from the crowd at the Bridgeport Clubhouse in Valencia. Cory Rubin/The Signal

Military Defense act passes armed service committee, heads to House floor

The House Armed Services Committee passed this year’s National Defense Authorization Act on Thursday, sending the $733 billion bill to fund the nation’s military to the floor for consideration by…

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Read more about the article Cancer survivors invited to Henry Mayo’s survivor celebration
Roger E. Seaver, president and CEO of Henry Mayo, speaks at a 15-year celebration for the Sheila R. Veloz Breast Center at Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital.

Cancer survivors invited to Henry Mayo’s survivor celebration

Cancer survivors of the Santa Clarita Valley are invited to Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital’s third annual cancer survivor celebration from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 20. The event…

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Read more about the article Veteran Services Collaborative to host warehouse sale fundraiser
The Veteran Center in Newhall currently has a food pantry, computers, library and resource table. Emily Alvarenga/The Signal

Veteran Services Collaborative to host warehouse sale fundraiser

The Santa Clarita Veteran Services Collaborative is hosting a “Warehouse Blowout Sale” on June 22-23 in Castaic to benefit the Veteran Center. The collaborative received a donation from AMS (Advantage…

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Read more about the article 20th annual Valencia Jazz & Blues Concert opening night set for Friday
The Delgado Brothers entertain on stage at the 20th Annual Valencia Jazz & Blues Concert Series held on Town Center Drive in Valencia on Friday. Dan Watson/The Signal

20th annual Valencia Jazz & Blues Concert opening night set for Friday

The Valencia Jazz & Blues Concert Series returns to Valencia for its 20th year with a “Latin Dance Party” themed opening night this Friday, featuring The Delgado Brothers. This free…

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Read more about the article Take a ‘Photo Journey’ to Oaxaca, Mexico
Local photographer Rob Comeau has recently launched RC Photo Journeys, offering a small group photography trip to Oaxaca, Mexico, in September. Courtesy of RC Photo Journeys

Take a ‘Photo Journey’ to Oaxaca, Mexico

Local photographer Rob Comeau has recently launched RC Photo Journeys, offering small group photography trips to worldwide destinations with the first destination scheduled as a trip to Oaxaca, Mexico, in…

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Read more about the article Chris & Constance Werthe — U.S. Navy, Air Force & Army — Valencia residents
Chris and Constance Werthe at Veterans Park in Newhall. Dan Watson/The Signal

Chris & Constance Werthe — U.S. Navy, Air Force & Army — Valencia residents

When you’re in the military, finding someone who understands the time commitment isn’t always easy, which is why many end up marrying fellow military members. Chris and Constance Werthe can…

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