Read more about the article Former fire captain returns to court to face stalking, evading arrest charges
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Former fire captain returns to court to face stalking, evading arrest charges

A schedule for the preliminary hearing of a former Los Angeles County Fire Department captain accused of kidnapping and leading law enforcement on a high-speed chase through the Santa Clarita…

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Read more about the article Head-on traffic collision results in no injuries
Los Angeles County Fire Department personnel responded to reports of a head-on traffic collision on Valencia Boulevard on Monday, Oct. 19, 2020. Bobby Block/The Signal

Head-on traffic collision results in no injuries

A head-on traffic collision in a Santa Clarita parking lot resulted in no injuries Monday afternoon. Los Angeles County Fire Department personnel responded to reports of a multivehicle traffic collision…

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Read more about the article Crash sends one to hospital
One person is transported to the hospital following a traffic collision near the intersection of Bouquet Canyon Road and Magic Mountain Parkway Monday afternoon. October 19, 2020. Bobby Block / The Signal.

Crash sends one to hospital

At least one patient was transported to the hospital following a traffic collision in Santa Clarita Monday afternoon. Los Angeles County Fire Department personnel first responded to reports of a…

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Read more about the article DUI investigation shows up on Sheriff’s Station doorstep
Sheriff's Station officials arrested a man on suspicion of DUI after he attempted to park in the station's private lot while presenting signs of being under the influence. Courtesy photo | Sheriff's Station

DUI investigation shows up on Sheriff’s Station doorstep

A Canyon Country man attempting to get a copy of a previous ticket from deputies at the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station was arrested instead Saturday night on suspicion of…

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Read more about the article Cement truck overturned on Highway 14
A cement truck overturns on Newhall Ave. near the Highway 14 onramp blocking multiple lanes of traffic at the busy interchange Monday morning. October 19, 2020. Bobby Block / The Signal.

Cement truck overturned on Highway 14

An overturned cement truck partially blocked lanes on Newhall Avenue, near the Highway 14 onramp, in Santa Clarita early Monday morning. “We were responding to reports of an overturned cement…

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Read more about the article Collision leaves Lancaster woman dead
Los Angeles County Fire Department personnel respond to the scene of a fatal traffic collision on Highway 14 Sunday evening. October 18, 2020. Bobby Block / The Signal.

Collision leaves Lancaster woman dead

A woman was confirmed dead and three others were transferred to nearby hospitals after a Castaic Tow truck collided with a Nissan on the northbound side of Highway 14 in…

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Read more about the article Hart school board to discuss Valencia High School principal, revised curriculum
The William S. Hart Union High School District. Dan Watson/The Signal

Hart school board to discuss Valencia High School principal, revised curriculum

The William S. Hart Union High School District board of trustees is set to approve a candidate as principal of Valencia High School, revise the school curriculum and discuss an…

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Read more about the article COVID-19: Public Health reports 358 new cases countywide, 4 in SCV
COVID-19. Courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control.

COVID-19: Public Health reports 358 new cases countywide, 4 in SCV

Los Angeles County Department of Public Health officials released the following updated COVID-19 statistics Sunday, noting a low death count is due to reporting delays over the weekend: Countywide COVID-19…

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Read more about the article Maria’s Italian Deli closes but Maria remains hopeful for new chapter
SIGNAL FILE PHOTO: Maria's Deli closes its doors after nearly 50 years of serving the Newhall community. October 18, 2020. Bobby Block / The Signal.

Maria’s Italian Deli closes but Maria remains hopeful for new chapter

After 47 years in business, Maria’s Italian Deli in Newhall closed its doors under the operation of its second owners, but Maria Simione, who opened the business and still owns…

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Read more about the article Affordable, family-friendly fall events in the SCV
Riding instructor Jessica Buchanan, left, watches Makayla McLaughlin, 5, as she rides Pete in the Pony Carousel at Gilchrist Farm on Tuesday, 10 0620. Dan Watson/ The Signal

Affordable, family-friendly fall events in the SCV

This year has meant all sorts of canceled plans and modified traditions, but residents can enjoy the perks of the fall season with a variety of family-friendly events that won’t…

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Read more about the article Getting back on the set or the movie ranch
SIGNAL FILE PHOTO: Camera crew members Dino Georgopoulos, center, and Conrad Castor wear face masks as the prepare the camera for a commercial shoot in Canyon Country on Friday, October 02, 2020. Dan Watson/The Signal

Getting back on the set or the movie ranch

By Emily Alvarenga & Perry Smith When the coronavirus pandemic swept through California, the film industry, like many other businesses, came to a screeching halt.  Since then, productions have been…

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Read more about the article Pickup truck crashes into Newhall storefront
A pickup truck crashes through the storefront of Barn and Charm in Newhall Saturday. October 17, 2020. Bobby Block / The Signal.

Pickup truck crashes into Newhall storefront

One person was taken into custody Saturday night after a pickup truck crashed through the storefront of the Barn & Charm boutique on Lyons Avenue in Newhall.  First responders received…

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Read more about the article PHOTOS: Rotary Club of Santa Clarita donates bikes to families in need
Rotary Club of Santa Clarita Club member Scott Hoolahan, right, assists Savanna Monteon, 9, as she picks out a bicycle during the Rotary Club of Santa Clarita Bike Exchange held in Santa Clarita on Saturday, October 17, 2020. Dan Watson/The Signal

PHOTOS: Rotary Club of Santa Clarita donates bikes to families in need

Rotary Club of Santa Clarita donated 17 bikes, along with other household supplies, to local veterans in need as part of their Bike Exchange event on Saturday, Oct. 17. Read…

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Read more about the article SCV teens set up pandemic relief supply to aid homeless, low-income residents
Event organizer Hannah Chung, right, organizes volunteers as they prepare to hand out food, cleaning, hygiene and personal supplies to unhoused and low-income community members during "The Village Well" event held at the Global Prep Academy in Valencia on Saturday, October 17, 2020. Dan Watson/The Signal

SCV teens set up pandemic relief supply to aid homeless, low-income residents

From packaging to logistics, a group of Global Prep Academy students set up a zero-cost, pandemic relief supply operation for homeless individuals and low-income families in the Santa Clarita Valley. …

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Read more about the article COVID-19: Public Health reports 953 new cases countywide, 21 in SCV
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COVID-19: Public Health reports 953 new cases countywide, 21 in SCV

Los Angeles County Department of Public Health officials released the following updated COVID-19 statistics Saturday, while urging residents to continue to be cautious as the county’s level of community transmission…

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