Read more about the article Barger issues statement on decision to cancel fireworks
Kathryn Barger, Los Angeles County 5th District supervisor, and Santa Clarita Mayor Marsha McLean discuss Metro transit and other topics at the City Council special meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019. Gilbert Bernal/The Signal

Barger issues statement on decision to cancel fireworks

Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger said Tuesday the decision to cancel fireworks displays countywide, without allowing cities to show how their Fourth of July plans could be conducted safely,…

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Read more about the article Brush fire in Agua Dulce spreads to more than 600 acres
A DC-10 tanker drops fire retardant on a brush fire near Rowher Flats Off-Highway Vehicle Area in Agua Dulce on Wednesday, July 01, 2020. Dan Watson/The Signal

Brush fire in Agua Dulce spreads to more than 600 acres

By Caleb Lunetta and Tammy Murga Firefighters worked to extinguish a fast-spreading fire that grew to 616 acres by 6:45 p.m. in Agua Dulce on Wednesday.  The brush fire was…

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Henry Mayo reports additional COVID-19-related death, bringing SCV total to 32

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital officials confirmed Wednesday that one additional person had died at the hospital due to complications related to COVID-19, bringing the total number of deaths within the…

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Read more about the article Newsom orders many indoor operations to halt in 19 counties, including L.A. County
Gov. Gavin Newsom. Courtesy of the Office of the Governor

Newsom orders many indoor operations to halt in 19 counties, including L.A. County

Several categories of businesses and organizations in Los Angeles County and 18 other counties on California’s watch list must immediately halt indoor operations, such as restaurant dining, for the next…

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Read more about the article Hart District announces sports camps delay due to COVID-19
The William S. Hart Union High School District office

Hart District announces sports camps delay due to COVID-19

By Noelle Blumel High school sports camps that were set to start Monday are now being delayed until further notice, officials said Wednesday. Athletic programs and staff for the William…

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Read more about the article SCV School Districts moving toward blended models of learning for fall 2020
Cash Heter, 7, participating in theater practice with his class for the 'Wizard of Oz.' Courtesy of Brendie Heter

SCV School Districts moving toward blended models of learning for fall 2020

Most of the Santa Clarita Valley school districts are working on a “blended” learning model for the coming school year, meaning there will be options for students to spend some…

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Read more about the article Public invited to ‘2 of Us’ exhibit at Fast Frame Valencia
Zony Gordon and Bonny Butler join forces for the "2 of Us" exhibit throughout July at Fast Frame Valencia. Courtesy photo

Public invited to ‘2 of Us’ exhibit at Fast Frame Valencia

Two Santa Clarita Artists Association award-winning artists will be featured at the "2 of Us" art exhibition July 1-31 at Fast Frame Valencia, located at 24204 Valencia Blvd. As the…

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Read more about the article PHOTOS: Making a Habit out of appreciating health care workers
The locally based Landscape Development Inc. sent two Habit burger trucks to Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital last month to provide lunches for all the hospital staff in commemoration of National Hospital Week. Courtesy photo

PHOTOS: Making a Habit out of appreciating health care workers

The locally based Landscape Development Inc. sent two Habit burger trucks to Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital last month to provide lunches for all the hospital staff in commemoration of National…

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