Read more about the article Valencia field goal helps team to last-minute win
Valencia senior Jake Santos runs the ball in a Foothill League matchup with Hart at Cougar Stadium Friday night. Cory Rubin/The Signal

Valencia field goal helps team to last-minute win

In a rivalry match that’s usually an epic battle, the Vikings and Indians once again didn't disappoint on College of the Canyons football field Friday. Valencia kicker Ty Morrison helped…

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Read more about the article Feedback sought for Santa Clarita Public Library’s new strategic plan
Patrons of the Valencia Library utilize the new high-capacity 3,800-mile fiber optic network operated by CENIC to browse the internet. Cory Rubin/The Signal

Feedback sought for Santa Clarita Public Library’s new strategic plan

Residents have until the end of October to provide the Santa Clarita Public Library with feedback on what future services local libraries could offer.  The community survey asks participants questions…

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Read more about the article An early look at the 2020 state ballot measures
Signal file photo. Voters cast their ballots at the Bouquet Canyon Church in Saugus on in the June 2016 election. KATHARINE LOTZE/Signal.

An early look at the 2020 state ballot measures

From the largest school construction bond to efforts to amend Proposition 13, Santa Clarita and the rest of California has, so far, four statewide ballot propositions to vote on in…

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Read more about the article MB2 Raceway owners share close encounter with Saddleridge inferno
NHRA driver Trevor Larkin leads the pack in a race Sunday evening to raise money for Soroptimist International at MB2 Raceway in Sylmar. Cory Rubin/The Signal

MB2 Raceway owners share close encounter with Saddleridge inferno

Hot wheels on the tracks at MB2 Raceway in Sylmar are a common occurrence but flaming hot exit doors separating a fast-moving blaze from customers and employees is not, owners…

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Read more about the article Devastating Saddleridge fire impacts SCV, shuts down roads, cancels classes
Flames from the Saddle Ridge Fire race up a hillside near Reseda Boulevard in Porter Ranch early Friday morning. Cory Rubin/The Signal

Devastating Saddleridge fire impacts SCV, shuts down roads, cancels classes

https://youtu.be/HyccqRUl8-w Fierce Santa Ana winds that blasted through the Santa Clarita Valley Thursday and Friday whipped the Saddleridge fire into a disaster for residents south of the Newhall Pass, burning…

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Read more about the article Brush fire flares up in Newhall Pass, sparks concern over ‘old fuel’
File photo. SuperScooper scoops up water at Castaic Lake Friday morning. Signal photo, Dan Watson

Brush fire flares up in Newhall Pass, sparks concern over ‘old fuel’

A brush fire treated as part of the Saddleridge Fire flared up in the Newhall Pass late afternoon Friday, prompting repeated fly-over water dumps to contain it. Shortly after 6…

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Read more about the article Teacision opens shop on Orchard Village
Owner Boston Yoon serves flavored tea surrounded by the artwork of Will Kim at Teacision in Newhall. Dan Watson/The Signal

Teacision opens shop on Orchard Village

After years of successful management of four sushi restaurants, Stevenson Ranch resident Boston Yoon decided it was time to try a more family-friendly type of business.  Enter Teacision.  Yoon decided…

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Read more about the article Wind-damaged ‘Madonna Tree’ cut to stump by workers
County Public Works crews cut down 'Madonna Tree' on Sierra Highway after it was damaged by strong Santa Ana winds. Courtesy photo, Rick Rezabek.

Wind-damaged ‘Madonna Tree’ cut to stump by workers

The Madonna Tree on Sierra Highway, so named for the image of the Virgin Mary recognizable by many over the past 10 years, was cut down to a stump Friday…

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Read more about the article Bill limiting interest rates on certain personal loans signed into law
Signal file photo of the state's Capitol building in Sacramento

Bill limiting interest rates on certain personal loans signed into law

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 539, entitled the Fair Access to Credit Act, into law on Thursday, which will cap interest rates at 36% simple interest, for loans between…

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Read more about the article Valencia Acura receives J.D. Power 2019 Dealer of Excellence Certification
Valencia Acura owners Don and Cheri Fleming were recognized by J.D. Power as a recipient of the 2019 Dealer of Excellence certification for providing exceptional customer service. Courtesy

Valencia Acura receives J.D. Power 2019 Dealer of Excellence Certification

Each year, the J.D. Power 2019 Dealer of Excellence Program recognizes a select number of vehicle dealerships across the country for providing exceptional customer service, one of which was Valencia…

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Read more about the article UPDATE: Car fire in Newhall Pass Friday morning spurs response
Brush fire sparked by car fire on Sierra Highway Friday morning. Courtesy photo, SCV Sheriff's Station.

UPDATE: Car fire in Newhall Pass Friday morning spurs response

As firefighters continued to battle the Saddleridge Fire from Sylmar to Reseda, a brush fire from a vehicle burning in the Newhall Pass diverted some of their attention on Sierra…

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Read more about the article UPDATE: Roads remain closed as Saddleridge Fire continues to burn; 7,542 acres, 13% containment
Fire retardant dropped on Saddleridge Fire. Signal photo, Dan Watson

UPDATE: Roads remain closed as Saddleridge Fire continues to burn; 7,542 acres, 13% containment

UPDATE 3:10 P.M.California Highway Patrol reopened southbound lanes of I-5 to escort drivers through the pass.   “The southbound I-5 freeway is open,”  said CHP Officer Josh Greengard. UPDATE 1:55 p.m.:…

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Read more about the article CLASS is in session: Sulphur Springs kicking off district foundation
Sulphur Springs Elementary students celebrate during an assembly. (Signal File Photo)

CLASS is in session: Sulphur Springs kicking off district foundation

With public school districts around the state facing a 0.8% decline in K-12 public school student enrollment statewide over the last four years, from 6.2 million in 2014-15 to 6.19…

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Read more about the article Santa Clarita residents feel the effects of a wind-blown fire
Super Scooper aircraft drops water on flames in the foothills surrounding Santa Clarita as part of the battle against the Saddleridge Fire Friday morning. October 11, 2019. Bobby Block / The Signal.

Santa Clarita residents feel the effects of a wind-blown fire

FIRST RESPONDERS While some Santa Clarita Valley residents remain without power due to wind concerns, county fire officials are closely watching the Saddleridge brush fire, which has left one dead,…

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