Read more about the article Saugus resident celebrates 90 years
Bonnie Rose, right, sits with her two Boston Terriers surrounded by friends and family during her 90th birthday drive-by celebration on Thursday, May 27, 2021. Emily Alvarenga/The Signal

Saugus resident celebrates 90 years

As “Happy Birthday” was played on the bagpipes, family and friends gathered to celebrate Bonnie Rose’s 90th birthday from a safe distance. “It’s a wonderful surprise on my birthday,” Rose…

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Read more about the article Mission Opera returns to live events
Actors with Mission Opera performs Giacomo Puccini's "Sour Angelica" at United Methodist Church in Santa Clarita, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019. Gilbert Bernal/The Signal

Mission Opera returns to live events

This summer, Mission Opera is set to present a live outdoor operetta in one-act of the rarely performed, “Le 66,” a French comedic operetta. The story centers around two traveling…

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Read more about the article Girls soccer: Saugus’ CIF title hopes dashed by OT penalty kick
La Mirada High celebrates in the distance as Jazmine Flores (18) and Alina Bench (22) walk off the field after the game at Saugus High School on Saturday, 052921. Dan Watson/The Signal

Girls soccer: Saugus’ CIF title hopes dashed by OT penalty kick

By Jonathan Andrade For The Signal  Long after the final whistle of Saturday’s CIF-Southern Section Division 2 girls soccer championship, Saugus High teammates stuck around to give junior defender Alina Bench some words…

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Read more about the article Two ambulances requested for Newhall crash
A two-vehicle traffic collision stalls traffic on Sierra Highway on Monday, May 31, 2021. Bobby Block/The Signal

Two ambulances requested for Newhall crash

A crash involving at least two vehicles out front of Eternal Valley Memorial Park and Mortuary Monday resulted in two ambulances being requested.   The incident was reported just after 1:30…

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Read more about the article One airlifted from Rowher Flat
Angeles National Forest units respond to reports of an injury at Rowher Flat on Sunday, May 30, 2021. Bobby Block/The Signal

One airlifted from Rowher Flat

One person was airlifted following a reported injury at Rowher Flat Sunday afternoon. The incident was reported just after 3:30 p.m. at the off-road area, located on the 13800 block…

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Read more about the article Phil Lombardi, local Realtor and former MLB player, dies at 58
Phil Lombardi, of Stevenson Ranch, was a succesful Realtor and former Major League Baseball player. He died May 20 at age 58. Photo courtesy of Pinnacle Estate Properties' Valencia office

Phil Lombardi, local Realtor and former MLB player, dies at 58

Stevenson Ranch resident Phil Lombardi died May 20 due to complications with brain cancer. He was 58. Lombardi was a successful real estate agent leading Pinnacle Estate Properties' Valencia office,…

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Read more about the article 9-year-old boy reunites duckling with parents
Solomon Perkins visits with the duckling he saved at Tesoro Adobe Park. Courtesy

9-year-old boy reunites duckling with parents

Nine-year-old Solomon Perkins sprang into action after he and his family discovered a lost duckling at their Tesoro home earlier this week. “He got lost,” Solomon said. “He was following…

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Read more about the article Emergency personnel called to Pitchess Detention Center
An ambulance leaves Pitchess Detention Center following a medical emergency call for an inmate on Sunday, May 30, 2021. Bobby Block/The Signal

Emergency personnel called to Pitchess Detention Center

Los Angeles County Fire Department personnel responded to another medical emergency at Pitchess Detention Center Sunday.   This incident follows reports that emergency personnel had transported at least a half-dozen inmates from the…

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Read more about the article Seniors looking for love in a post-pandemic world
Jose Jimenez, left, and Dottie Healy dance to Irish songs at the St. Patrick's Day celebration at the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center on Friday. Dan Watson/The Signal

Seniors looking for love in a post-pandemic world

For people over the age of 55, dating could be a challenging aspect of life to navigate and, after about a year of isolation due to the COVID-19 pandemic, getting…

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Read more about the article On the hunt for hummus in the Santa Clarita Valley
Man'oushee Mediterranean Bakery and Cafe serves hummus with a garnish of olive oil and paprika. May 11, 2021. Bobby Block / The Signal.

On the hunt for hummus in the Santa Clarita Valley

The origin story of hummus, like much that was shared with us from the ancient world, is not 100% clear. The Western word we use loosely translates to the Arabic…

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Read more about the article Cool treats for when the heat is rising
Owner Devar (cq) Ward displays a cookie sundae at the D.W. Cookie Company in Santa Clarita on Tuesday, 051821. Dan Watson/the Signal

Cool treats for when the heat is rising

Summer in the Santa Clarita Valley can take many forms, whether it be midday water balloon fights at the park, long bike rides on the paseos or heading to a…

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Read more about the article Virtual tribute honors veterans and their families
LA County Supervisor Kathryn Barger during the 2021 virtual tribute to veterans and military families.

Virtual tribute honors veterans and their families

Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger hosted her annual tribute to veterans and military families Saturday morning in honor of Memorial Day, marking the end of Military Appreciation Month in May.   The…

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City, county to host free tire-collection event

Santa Clarita residents will have an opportunity to dispose of their used and scrap tires Saturday, June 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Via Princessa Metrolink Station parking lot, located at 19201 Via Princessa. The event is free. …

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Read more about the article Traffic collision slows traffic on southbound 5 Freeway
Two ambulances were called to scene of a traffic collision on the southbound 5 Freeway Saturday afternoon. The Signal / Dan Watson.

Traffic collision slows traffic on southbound 5 Freeway

The California Highway Patrol issued a SigAlert for the left two southbound lanes of Interstate 5 in Castaic Saturday afternoon. The two lanes were to be closed for about an…

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Read more about the article Trailer carrying ATVs catches fire on the 5 Freeway
A fire engulfed a travel trailer on northbound Interstate 5 at Hasley Canyon Road Saturday morning. The Signal / Dan Watson.

Trailer carrying ATVs catches fire on the 5 Freeway

A 21-foot travel trailer carrying ATVs caught fire on the northbound lanes of Interstate 5 at Hasley Canyon Road Saturday morning. Los Angeles County Fire Department units dispatched at 10:34…

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