Read more about the article Education, training focus of upcoming VIA luncheon
SCV City Council candidates are introduced during a VIA luncheon forum held at Valencia Country Club in Valencia on Tuesday, September 18, 2018. Dan Watson/The Signal

Education, training focus of upcoming VIA luncheon

As part of Community College Month, the Valley Industry Association is set to offer a look at what training is available for local employers and employees at its upcoming business…

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Read more about the article Strong pitching, clutch hitting powers Canyon past Saugus
Canyon senior pitcher Charles Harrison logged 10 strikeouts in a win over Saugus at Saugus High School on Friday afternoon. Cory Rubin/The Signal

Strong pitching, clutch hitting powers Canyon past Saugus

Trailing Saugus 1-0 at the end of the second inning, the energy and excitement from the Canyon dugout never wavered. Teammates cheered on one another, whether it was a batter…

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Read more about the article COC Insider: Softball hitting  its stride with back-to-back wins
College of the Canyons starting pitcher Megan Wilson made quick work of the Barstow College lineup on Wednesday, limiting Vikings batters to just two hits in four innings of work. Canyons picked up the 6-0 victory in five innings and remains a game back of Antelope Valley College in the Western State Conference (WSC), East Division standings. — Jesse Muñoz/COC Sports Information Director

COC Insider: Softball hitting its stride with back-to-back wins

By Jesse Muñoz For The Signal After suffering through a pair of road shutout losses last weekend, the College of the Canyons lineup has responded by scoring 24 runs over…

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Read more about the article Toddler injured in Grapevine pileup dies
Firefighters carry debris from the scene of a multi-vehicle crash as the road is readied to be opened on southbound Interstate 5 near Gorman on Saturday. Dozens were injured in the pileup, and a horse died of its injuries, officials said. Dan Watson/The Signal

Toddler injured in Grapevine pileup dies

The toddler who was airlifted from the scene of a 30- to 50-vehicle Grapevine pileup near Gorman Saturday died Wednesday night, despite a five-day struggle to overcome critical injuries suffered…

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Read more about the article Walls up for building 3 at Needham Ranch
Progress continues on Center at Needham Ranch in Newhall as viewed from Sierra Highway on Wednesday. Dan Watson/The Signal

Walls up for building 3 at Needham Ranch

Progress on construction continues at the Center at Needham Ranch as officials announced Wednesday the raising of the walls has commenced for its last building in phase one. Throughout the…

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Read more about the article Sierra Highway pedestrian bridge officially complete
Dignataries look on as Mayor Marsha McLean cuts the ribbon for the new pedestrian bridge over Sierra Highway in Canyon Country. Cory Rubin/The SIgnal

Sierra Highway pedestrian bridge officially complete

Runners, dog walkers, bicyclists and everything in between now have a safe route to commute over Sierra Highway as the city announced Friday the completion of the Sierra Highway pedestrian…

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Read more about the article Smith seeks to assist low-income students with AP exam fees
Assemblywoman Christy Smith, D-Santa Clarita, speaks to the crowd after being sworn in at Oak Hills Elementary School in Valencia. Signal file photo Dan Watson/The Signal

Smith seeks to assist low-income students with AP exam fees

A bill that would ensure low-income high school students have access to advanced placement (AP) exams has passed the Assembly Education Committee with bipartisan support. Authored by Assemblywoman Christy Smith,…

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Read more about the article SCV Water Agency tweaks solar-panels plan
FILE PHOTO. Jeff Ford, formerly principal water resources planner for the Castaic Lake Water Agency, discusses a solar pnel array near the Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant in Saugus in January 2013.

SCV Water Agency tweaks solar-panels plan

The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency tweaked conditions of its solar power-purchasing agreement Tuesday in a move that secures power for the agency, reduces cost and renders it more flexible,…

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Read more about the article Elks Riders ready to wheel, deal for a cause
Community members participate in a Santa Clarita Elks Lodge event. The Elks Lodge will host its Poker Run on April 13.

Elks Riders ready to wheel, deal for a cause

The Santa Clarita Elks Lodge is hosting its second annual Poker Run to benefit children with brain injuries Saturday, April 13. Participants will follow a course across the city to…

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Read more about the article Former Newhall superintendent seeks charter school reform
The Newhall School District Office. Dan Watson/The Signal

Former Newhall superintendent seeks charter school reform

Newhall School District governing board members stood in agreement with Marc Winger, former superintendent of the district, in support of a resolution that recognizes the school board’s authority to decide…

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