Monthly Archives: November 2019
Read more about the article Domestic violence survivor: ‘Help start a different conversation’
Joy Elizabeth, a former Valencia resident and domestic violence survivor shows her tattoo of a megaphone releasing flowers, a metaphor to her on spreading positivity after her experience with abuse, on Nov. 21, 2019 outside a San Fernando Valley courthouse. Tammy Murga/ The Signal

Domestic violence survivor: ‘Help start a different conversation’

After enduring months of severe abuse, former Valencia resident Joy Elizabeth stood up before a judge Thursday morning, as her attacker sat nearby, to say that she was no longer…

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Read more about the article Oakmont of Valencia to host dementia workshop
Marketing director Tracey Paulk, right, welcomes visitors to Oakmont of Valencia before airing "Lives Well Lived." Ryan Mancini/The Signal

Oakmont of Valencia to host dementia workshop

This December, Oakmont of Valencia will host a workshop for those caring for dementia patients that will hopefully give them a better understanding of life with the disease.

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Read more about the article Sheriff reports ‘kit gun’ used in fatal shooting
Authorities arrive at Saugus High School on Thursday, Nov. 14, after a student opened fire on campus. Tammy Murga/The Signal

Sheriff reports ‘kit gun’ used in fatal shooting

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Homicide Bureau has revealed new information about the nature of the weapon used in the deadly shooting Nov. 14 at Saugus High.  “The report…

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Read more about the article TMU hosting Christmas sing-along at Grace Community Church
The Master's University recently rebranded its gym floor with new graphics, logos and game lines.

TMU hosting Christmas sing-along at Grace Community Church

If, like Buddy the Elf said in the 2003 film, “the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear,” The Master’s University is starting the…

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Read more about the article Medical examiners ID 2 SCV students killed in car crash
Two College of the Canyons students were killed and one was injured in a traffic collision in Granada Hills on Wednesday afternoon. Rick McClure

Medical examiners ID 2 SCV students killed in car crash

Medical examiners identified two Santa Clarita Valley teens, Sebastien Gallegos, 18, of Castaic, and Eugene Oh, 18, of Valencia, who were killed in Granada Hills on Wednesday afternoon, according to…

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Read more about the article Community events aim to raise funds after Saugus High shooting
Poster boards honoring the victims of the Saugus High Shooting rest at the front of the Hart Governing Board room Wednesday night. Caleb Lunetta / The Signal.

Community events aim to raise funds after Saugus High shooting

By Raychel Stewart For the Signal In the aftermath of the shooting that left three students dead and three wounded on Nov. 14 at Saugus High School, community members have…

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Read more about the article Hart boys cross-country embracing the process
The Hart cross-country team warms up in the rain at Hart High on Wednesday, November 20, 2019. Dan Watson/The Signal

Hart boys cross-country embracing the process

There are two sources of light on a rainy, 50-degree Thursday evening at the Hart High School track: a shed at the edge of the track and a floodlight shining…

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Read more about the article SCVi charter renewed by district staff
SCVi families celebrate after hearing the William S. Hart Union High School District plans to renew their charter through 2025. Caleb Lunetta / The Signal.

SCVi charter renewed by district staff

The William S. Hart Union High School District’s board renewed Santa Clarita Valley International’s charter school petition Wednesday night despite district staff stating the school did not qualify for renewal…

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Read more about the article #SaugusStrong 5k hosted by Runner’s Lane
Residents stand around the memorial set up at the Central Park flag pole at the Saugus Strong Vigil Sunday night. Cory Rubin/The Signal

#SaugusStrong 5k hosted by Runner’s Lane

Runner’s Lane is hosting a #SaugusStrong 5k run/walk on Saturday, with the proceeds going toward the families of the Saugus High School shooting victims and the Saugus cross country team. …

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Read more about the article Hart District dedicates meeting to shooting victims, community
Poster boards honoring the victims of the Saugus High Shooting rest at the front of the Hart Governing Board room Wednesday night. Caleb Lunetta / The Signal.

Hart District dedicates meeting to shooting victims, community

William S. Hart Union High School District officials discussed healing during their first board meeting since the Saugus High School shooting left three students dead and injured three more last…

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