COC to host Women’s Conference on March 23
News release  The annual College of the Canyons Women’s Conference will return to the Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook University Center on Saturday, March 23. Held from 8:30 a.m.…
VITA to offer free tax preparation services
News release The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program at College of the Canyons will be offering free tax preparation services to individuals who made less than $67,000 in 2023, persons with…
Isa Magee (22) of Hart and Juliette Miller (11) of Valencia go up to head the ball near the goal at Valencia High on Thursday, 011123. Dan Watson/The Signal
SCV soccer playoff preview
Nine local soccer teams will enter the CIF postseason this week. Some programs are making their playoff debut while others are looking to repeat as sectional champions. Here’s everything you…
Isaac Yuhico (23) of Canyon shoots against Hart defenders Ron Philips (22) Deven Strong (1) at Hart on Friday, 020224. Dan Watson/The Signal
Canyon basketball clinches playoffs, beats Hart
Canyon Cowboys boys’ basketball is headed to the playoffs with a simple winning recipe: smothering defense. Canyon took down its rival Hart on Friday on the road, 57-49, thanks to…
A Dodge Challenger apparently lost control around 10:50 p.m. before slamming into a tree on the right shoulder of the northbound lanes of Interstate 5, north of McBean Parkway, leaving three occupants trapped, according to fire officials. Oscar Sol/For The Signal
SCV gets nearly 5 inches of rain in 48 hours
An atmospheric event predicted to touch down in the Santa Clarita Valley a week ahead of Super Bowl Sunday did not disappoint, with the area receiving a cumulative total…
Navigating Child Custody: Key Mistakes to Avoid
Child custody arrangements are a critical component of many divorce proceedings, but they can be fraught with challenges and missteps. For parents, understanding and avoiding common mistakes in child custody…
Alumni Hart Game attendees ready to witness the game of wiffle ball inside the Hart High School basketball gym in Sunday. Katherine Quezada/ The Signal
Hart alumni baseball game downsized, moved inside due to weatherÂ
Stormy weather failed to dampen the enthusiasm of those who had gathered for Hart High School’s annual alumni baseball game on Sunday. Several generations of Hart Indians and their families…
One person was transported to the hospital with minor injuries following a two-vehicle collision on the Highway 14 southbound next to the Interstate 5 truck route on Sunday. Oscar Sol/For The Signal
One transported following two-vehicle collision on I-5
One person was transported to the hospital with minor injuries following a two-vehicle collision on the Highway 14 southbound next to the Interstate 5 truck route, according to the California…
Heavy rain Thursday morning saw emptier streets and drivers who took precautious measures for their safety. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
More rain, wind gusts expected early this week Â
Heavy rain and gusts of wind as high as 70 mph are expected this week for the Santa Clarita Valley, according to National Weather Service officials. The heaviest rains are…
Holocaust survivor event postponed due to weather
Holocaust survivor Joe Alexander has postponed his visit to the Santa Clarita Valley to Feb. 25, according to the Chabad of SCV website. He was scheduled to share about…
ZOE International assistant western regional director Ester Yu speaks during her presentation at NorthPark Community Church on Jan. 28. Lucas Nava/The Signal
ZOE International gives presentation on human trafficking at NorthPark Community Church
Human trafficking has become more sophisticated — and it happens closer to home than you think. That was the message from Ester Yu, ZOE International assistant western regional director, who…
David Hegg is senior pastor of Grace Baptist Church and a Santa Clarita resident. "Ethically Speaking" runs Saturdays in The Signal.
David Hegg | Yes, You Need to Vote
By David Hegg With just over a month until primary elections here in our state, and with November already staring us in the face, it’s time to talk about voting…
Letters to the Editor
Brian Richards | Are They Confused?
Recently Thomas Oatway submitted his weekly screed on his irrational fear of President Donald Trump being reelected. In his (Jan. 27) letter he seems to acknowledge that certain demographics that…
Letters to the Editor
Diane Zimmerman | Offended by Treatment
Re: College of the Canyons Independent Citizens Bond Oversight Committee meeting, Jan. 10. Agenda Item 3: ACTION 3.1 Financial; “Acceptance of Measure E General Obligation Bond Finance Audit and Performance…
Members of the mini-minor league UCLA Bruins pose for a photo in front of the banner during the William S. Hart Baseball & Softball 70th Anniversary Opening Ceremony held at Valencia High School on Saturday, 020324. Dan Watson/The Signal
Hart baseball and softball opening ceremonies celebrates a new generation of athletes
Excited children of all ages wore jerseys to represent their teams during the William S. Hart Baseball and Softball 70th Anniversary Opening Ceremonies on Saturday afternoon. With a variety of…
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Three Steps Toward a Healthier HeartÂ
February is American Heart Health Month All aspects of health are important, but heart health is a crucial component of overall well-being. Heart disease is the leading cause of death…
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Valentine’s Day Worldwide Traditions
Valentine’s Day is a day of love nestled in the middle of February. Sweethearts use Valentine’s Day as an opportunity to show the people they care about just how deep…
Encourage vegetables to develop deep root systems with less frequent but deeper watering for a bounty of summer vegetables. PHOTO PIXABAY.
Get Ready for Spring Veggie PlantingÂ
According to the calendar spring won’t arrive until March 19, but many Santa Clarita Valley gardeners are very anxious to start planning spring vegetable gardens. However, John Windsor. a Certified…
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The Most Picturesque small Town Skylines in AmericaÂ
By Lauren Brown Special to The Signal Ever since the dawn of the skyscraper era with the construction of the world’s first 10-story, iron-framed marvel in Chicago more than 130…
Quest Diagnostics on Tourney Road in Valencia. Katherine Quezada/The Signal
Kaiser Permanente mum on Tourney Road deal
A representative for Kaiser Permanente declined to comment Thursday on the news of its acquisition this month of a building between its two existing facilities on Tourney Road.  The building…
