Read more about the article West Ranch baseball tops Canyon to stay perfect in league play
Canyon third baseman Justin Powell (34) looks on as West Ranch's Ryan Farr (5) lands safe at third base after hitting an RBI triple in the fourth inning against Canyon at Canyon on Wednesday. Dan Watson/The Signal

West Ranch baseball tops Canyon to stay perfect in league play

The West Ranch baseball team escaped with their third Foothill League win of the season in a 7-4 decision against Canyon at Canyon on Wednesday, but the final score didn’t…

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Read more about the article First local events canceled in light of coronavirus
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First local events canceled in light of coronavirus

To slow the spread of the coronavirus, or COVID-19, some local events that were slated to take place in the coming weeks have been canceled.  At this time, it is…

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Read more about the article Santa Clarita among top 20 happiest cities in nation
Mike and Emily Verdi of Valencia walk their Dachshund, Ribbons at Towsley Canyon in Newhall.083016 Dan Watson

Santa Clarita among top 20 happiest cities in nation

In spite of coronavirus headlines and other global challenges, Santa Clarita was recently ranked among the 20 happiest cities in the nation.  The report, “2020’s Happiest Cities in America,” released…

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Read more about the article Local teen wants to build new trail where 37-home Pico Canyon project would go
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Local teen wants to build new trail where 37-home Pico Canyon project would go

A local teen is seeking to build a new trail that would allow hikers and mountain bikers to travel directly from Stevenson Ranch into the Towsley Canyon trail network, in…

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Read more about the article First coronavirus-related death in L.A. County
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First coronavirus-related death in L.A. County

Los Angeles County Public Health officials reported the county’s first coronavirus-related death on Wednesday.  “We are reporting our first death here in L.A. County,” said Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer.…

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Read more about the article STN canceled amid coronavirus precaution
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STN canceled amid coronavirus precaution

Student Television Network officials announced Wednesday the annual convention held in Washington, D.C., which schools across the Santa Clarita Valley had planned to attend, was canceled amid coronavirus concerns. In…

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Read more about the article Castaic Union School District approves position layoffs
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Castaic Union School District approves position layoffs

Two positions within the Castaic Union School District were approved to be laid off by the board during Tuesday night’s meeting. Two special education paraeducators positions, one at Castaic Elementary…

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Read more about the article COC women’s tennis features a collection of SCV talent
Nicole Villarta prepares to return the ball to her opponent at College of the Canyons. // Photo courtesy Jesse Munoz/COC Sports Information

COC women’s tennis features a collection of SCV talent

In the third year of its existence, the College of the Canyons women’s tennis team has rocketed to a fantastic start, winning nine of its first 10 matches.  One of…

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Read more about the article Jacob Morales | Taking the 1st Step to Becoming an Environmentalist
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Jacob Morales | Taking the 1st Step to Becoming an Environmentalist

Climate change is one commonality that affects us all. The issues that arise from a shifting world — including environmental disasters like floods, super-storms, drought, ocean acidification and mega-wildfires —…

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Read more about the article Deputies shut down Canyon Country streets amid search for suspect
SCV Sheriff's Station deputies search a car at the corner of Sandy Drive and Jake's way. Dan Watson/ The Signal

Deputies shut down Canyon Country streets amid search for suspect

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies detained one suspect after they received reports of stolen property on Wednesday afternoon in Canyon Country. Deputies set up a containment on Jakes Way…

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Read more about the article CalArts and CSUN cancel in-person classes; COC and TMU to remain open
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CalArts and CSUN cancel in-person classes; COC and TMU to remain open

California Institute of the Arts and California State University, Northridge, announced Wednesday all in-person classes are being suspended, amid concerns about the coronavirus, or COVID-19. Officials at both campuses released…

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Read more about the article Valencia band to hold preview concert
The Valencia High School Pride of the Vikings performs at the 8th annual Pride of the Vikings Field Show Tournement at Valencia High School Thursday night. Cory Rubin/The Signal

Valencia band to hold preview concert

The Valencia High School music department has a preview concert at the Valencia High School Theater scheduled for 7 p.m. Wednesday. The music ensemble is set to include the school’s…

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Read more about the article UDPATE: McGrath soft lockdown lifted; filming believed to be cause
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UDPATE: McGrath soft lockdown lifted; filming believed to be cause

By Emily Alvarenga & Vivianna Shields Dr. J. Michael McGrath Elementary School went on a brief soft lockdown Wednesday morning, after reports of loud noise in the area. The lockdown…

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