Read more about the article Former Palmdale mayor pleads guilty to perjury
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Former Palmdale mayor pleads guilty to perjury

Former mayor of Palmdale Jim Ledford pleaded guilty Thursday to withholding income that was illegally received by two consultants, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office announced Friday.  Ledford pleaded guilty to perjury connected to a corruption case from 2017 involving two city workers, and…

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Read more about the article Prep Sports Roundup:
Valencia High goalkeeper Daniel Acosta (65) blocks a shot by Hart High's Eric Sockett (22) at Hart High School, on Thursday, 042221. Dan Watson/The Signal

Prep Sports Roundup:

SCV Sports Roundup  A recap of recent sports results. Got results and summaries? Email them to [email protected]  The following summaries were provided by team coaches and/or representatives for recent Santa Clarita Valley…

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Read more about the article “Person of interest” in Merced murder case arrested in Castaic
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“Person of interest” in Merced murder case arrested in Castaic

A man wanted for questioning in connection with the murder of a 19-year-old pregnant woman in Merced was arrested in Castaic on Friday.   Local officials confirmed Friday that they had arrested Enrique Madera Fierros,…

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Read more about the article Comfortable yet stylish shoe trends to try
Try on-trend looks like the Nike Court Vision in metallic accents and fun colors.

Comfortable yet stylish shoe trends to try

While comfort will continue to reign supreme for clothing and accessories in 2021, when it comes to footwear, there are a variety of fun fashion trends that make a statement.…

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Read more about the article Oscar predictions with some predictables
Pixar's "Soul" was nominated for the Best Animated Feature for The 93rd Oscars. Courtesy of Pixar

Oscar predictions with some predictables

By Richard Roeper Signal Contributing Writer With the Oscars airing Sunday night, here’s a question for you: What do the following movies have in common? “Blade Runner” (1982) “Catch Me…

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Read more about the article ‘Grand Theft Auto’ prevention tips for spring
Santa Clarita City Hall, as pictured on February, 26, 2020, is located on the 23900 block of Valencia Blvd. Dan Watson/The Signal

‘Grand Theft Auto’ prevention tips for spring

By Bill Miranda Santa Clarita City Mayor The birds are out, the bees are buzzing and Spring is in full swing here in beautiful Santa Clarita. The Safer at Home…

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Read more about the article Summer camps return to the Santa Clarita Valley
Recreation Assistant Collin Creo, left, races with day-campers at Santa Clarita Park in Saugus on Wednesday, 042121. Dan Watson/The Signal

Summer camps return to the Santa Clarita Valley

After what was a tumultuous year of cancelations and pauses for a number of local activities and events, another time-honored tradition has once again returned to the Santa Clarita Valley:…

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Read more about the article Why COVID-19 couldn’t deliver a ‘baby boom’
Hala Safar holds her newborn son Christian Ryan Mebarkeh as his father Raed Mebarkeh kisses him. The newest addition to the family was born at Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital on Jan 1, 2019. Austin Dave/The Signal

Why COVID-19 couldn’t deliver a ‘baby boom’

COVID-19 changed the world like few events in recent memory, and prompted tons of speculation about the potential for a “baby boom,” due to the number of couples together with…

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Read more about the article How the arts can help us get back to normal
Singer Ruth Allen, 89, performs at a one-off show at the Canyon Theatre Guild in Newhall. Cory Rubin/The Signal

How the arts can help us get back to normal

The arts give people a way to connect with each other, according to Phil Lantis, the city of Santa Clarita’s arts director, but they aren’t always seen that way. “Any…

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Read more about the article Richard develops film with focus on people
Anna Flores, packs completed prints for clients at Richard Photo Lab Monday afternoon. March 29, 2021. Bobby Block / The Signal.

Richard develops film with focus on people

Nestled near the center of the Santa Clarita Valley by Bowman High School and Congregation Beth Shalom, Richard Photo Lab stands as one of the few remaining bastions of film,…

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