Read more about the article Valencia’s YMCA reopens after monthslong closure
Cristina Herrera, left, and Robyn Kamp, right, assist two YMCA guests as they check in to the organization's newly reopened facility in Valencia. July 06, 2020. Bobby Block / The Signal.

Valencia’s YMCA reopens after monthslong closure

After a nearly four-month closure due to the pandemic, Valencia’s YMCA reopened Monday with multiple safety measures in place, such as temperature checks before entering and a reorganized fitness center…

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Read more about the article Main Street could soon close to cars, allow for dining
FILE PHOTO: Cars park along Main Street in Newhall on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017. Nikolas Samuels/The Signal

Main Street could soon close to cars, allow for dining

A portion of Main Street in Old Town Newhall could soon close around-the-clock for weeks to allow pedestrians only, as some businesses in the area turn to outdoor operations amid…

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Read more about the article County approves fast-track outdoor dining guidelines for unincorporated areas
Server Jo Daszek, right, brings customer Chuck Mjelde his meal as he dine outside at Crazy Otto's in Valencia on Thursday, July 02, 2020. Dan Watson/The Signal

County approves fast-track outdoor dining guidelines for unincorporated areas

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved Tuesday fast-track outdoor dining guidelines for unincorporated areas in the county, following Gov. Gavin Newsom’s order to halt indoor operations amid a…

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Read more about the article Programs offer assistance to children with special needs
Many special needs children will benefit from the early intervention services or special education offered at various SCV school sites, said Michele Hill, secretary of the Santa Clarita Valley SELPA.

Programs offer assistance to children with special needs

As students in the Santa Clarita Valley prepare to return to school next month, school officials are encouraging parents and community members who know of a child who may have…

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Read more about the article Amazon announces lease for 2nd SCV distribution center
The 1.3-million-square-foot IAC Commerce Center is set to consist of seven industrial buildings on 116 acres. Courtesy of Newmark Knight Frank

Amazon announces lease for 2nd SCV distribution center

Amazon is doubling down on the online retail giant’s Santa Clarita Valley investment, following the official announcement the company signed another lease for a second distribution center in the area.…

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Read more about the article UPDATE: Soledad Fire reaches 87% containment, patrols set to monitor through night
Firefighters battle the Soledad Fire that quickly consumed over 1,000 acres of dry brush Sunday afternoon. July 05, 2020. Bobby Block / The Signal.

UPDATE: Soledad Fire reaches 87% containment, patrols set to monitor through night

The fast-spreading brush fire that burned 1,498 acres in Agua Dulce reached 87% containment by Tuesday evening, according to Los Angeles County Fire Department officials.  Patrols are expected to monitor…

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Read more about the article El incendio de Soledad en Agua Dulce quema casi 1,500 acres
Firefighters battle the Soledad Fire that quickly consumed over 1,000 acres of dry brush Sunday afternoon. July 05, 2020. Bobby Block / The Signal.

El incendio de Soledad en Agua Dulce quema casi 1,500 acres

Por Tammy Murga y Lauren Budman Esta edición: El incendio de Soledad en Agua Dulce quema 1,498 acres, otro incendio reportado en Placerita Canyon, más el Valle de Santa Clarita…

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Read more about the article Agua Dulce family faces the flames, again
The Soledad Fire crests a hill near the Goertz family's home in Agua Dulce at 4:49 p.m., just a little over an hour after it began on Sunday, July 5, 2020. Courtesy of Michelle Goertz

Agua Dulce family faces the flames, again

In July 2016, firefighters were able to save the Goertz family’s home in Agua Dulce from the Sand Fire.  “They ran hoses to protect the structure, so every square inch…

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Read more about the article Largest food drive in the world changes tactics amid pandemic
Eric Rigor, a volunteer, wheels a box full of food donations into the SCV Food Pantry during the National Association of Letter Carriers Food Drive on Saturday, May 11, 2019. Emily Alvarenga/The Signal

Largest food drive in the world changes tactics amid pandemic

As summer approaches, the Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry has found its shelves looking emptier than usual at this time of year. Not only has the local need for food…

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Read more about the article City: 2020 Concerts in the Park series canceled due to pandemic
Thousands of attendess sing along as Queen Nation, A Tribute to the Music of Queen perfom at Concerts in the park at Central Park in Saugus on Saturday. Dan Watson/The Signal

City: 2020 Concerts in the Park series canceled due to pandemic

The 2020 Concerts in the Park series, typically scheduled for nights in July and August, has been canceled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, city of Santa Clarita officials announced…

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Read more about the article Brush fire reported in Placerita Canyon
Firefighters mop up the Cambria Fire that scorched a hillside near Placerita Canyon Road in Newhall Monday morning. July 06, 2020. Bobby Block / The Signal.

Brush fire reported in Placerita Canyon

As firefighters worked through the night battling the Soledad Fire in Agua Dulce, a second fire was reported Monday morning in nearby Placerita Canyon.  Los Angeles County Fire Department personnel…

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Read more about the article UPDATE: Soledad Fire in Agua Dulce burns nearly 1,500 acres, 48% contained
Firefighters battle the Soledad Fire that quickly consumed over 1,000 acres of dry brush Sunday afternoon. July 05, 2020. Bobby Block / The Signal.

UPDATE: Soledad Fire in Agua Dulce burns nearly 1,500 acres, 48% contained

A brush fire that burned nearly 1,500 acres and shut down Highway 14 Sunday reached 48% containment Monday evening, according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department.  By 9 a.m.…

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Read more about the article L.A. County reports 7,232 new cases for Thursday to Saturday
Courtesy of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

L.A. County reports 7,232 new cases for Thursday to Saturday

County Public Health officials touted improved data processing, which they say counted 7,232 new cases over three days, in a news release Sunday evening. The cases include: 2,643 cases reported…

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