Monthly Archives: February 2024
Read more about the article <strong>Finally Family Homes honored by Sen. Wilk</strong> 
California State Senator Scot Wilk, left, presents his non-profit of the first quarter award to Finally Family Homes Founder and Executive Director Christina Dronen in front of one of the organization's new "tiny homes" during a ceremony on Friday in Santa Clarita, 020224. Dan Watson/The Signal

Finally Family Homes honored by Sen. Wilk 

The Finally Family Homes nonprofit was honored as Sen. Scott Wilk’s Nonprofit of the Quarter for the organization’s work in helping foster youth Friday afternoon at the Restoration Church in…

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Read more about the article <strong>Viking at sea: Valencia High teacher lives on a Navy ship for a day</strong> 
Valencia High School teacher Jerry Ostrove spent a day on a naval ship as part of the Leaders to Sea program. Courtesy photo

Viking at sea: Valencia High teacher lives on a Navy ship for a day 

Valencia High School teacher Jerry Ostrove had some preconceived notions about the Navy.  As one of the 13 lucky people chosen from across the country to take part in the…

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Read more about the article <strong>Athletic dachshund is seeking new career</strong> 
Photo courtesy of Rylee Vanderhorst.

Athletic dachshund is seeking new career 

Oakley, the beloved mini dachshund who competed in the 16th Annual Wienerschnitzel Wiener Nationals in July, has found a new gig: modeling.  The athlete, who is now a year and…

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Read more about the article <strong>Sheriff’s captain dispels rumors: No, SCV does not have a serial killer</strong> 
SCV Sheriff Deputies responded to reports of a dead body found at The Oaks Club in Valencia on Saturday afternoon. Katherine Quezada/ The Signal

Sheriff’s captain dispels rumors: No, SCV does not have a serial killer 

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station Capt. Justin Diez frequently leads outreach efforts in response to community issues.  But a call to The Signal on Friday afternoon was not the garden…

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Read more about the article <strong>FUDGE Day, making memories with little ones </strong> 
CBS Preschool students raced down the pathway in their tricycles and scooters on Sunday morning during their 26-year-old annual F.U.D.G.E Day event. Katherine Quezada/ The Signal

FUDGE Day, making memories with little ones  

“Three ... two ... one!” Carol Bloom, executive director for Congregation Beth Shalom’s preschool, shouted through the bullhorn when suddenly children began to race their way down the temporary race…

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Read more about the article 10 local stars named to All-CIF football teams 
Valencia wide receiver Luke Cruz (20) goes in for Valencia's third touchdown against West Ranch at Valencia High on Frida7y, 100623. Dan Watson/The Signal

10 local stars named to All-CIF football teams 

10 local football stars were named in the All-CIF football selections.  Although no local teams were able to win a playoff game, these players left their marks one last time…

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Read more about the article <strong>Saugus boys’ soccer clinches playoff spot, beats Castaic</strong> 
Saugus teammates celebrate after their first score in the first half against Golden Valley at Saugus High on Thursday, 012524. Dan Watson/The Signal

Saugus boys’ soccer clinches playoff spot, beats Castaic 

Saugus Centurions boys’ soccer faced the challenge of the season on Thursday.   The Centurions headed up to face the Castaic Coyotes in the hail and rain, to battle in a…

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Read more about the article H2scan’s expansion celebration, Garcia tours facility  
From left: Rep. Mike Garcia, R-Santa Clarita and H2Scan Advanced Hydrogen Sensing President and CEO David Meyers cutting the ribbon in celebration of the business expansion on Friday morning. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

H2scan’s expansion celebration, Garcia tours facility  

H2scan Advanced Hydrogen Sensing celebrated the expansion of the business with a ribbon-cutting ceremony last week, as company President/CEO David Meyers welcomed  Rep. Mike Garcia, R-Santa Clarita, to mark the…

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Read more about the article <strong>Dodgers prospect visits Golden Valley baseball</strong> 
Minor league Dodgers pitcher Kendall Williams practices with Golden Valley baseball players on Wednesday, Jan. 31. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Dodgers prospect visits Golden Valley baseball 

Los Angeles Dodgers’ prospect Kendall Williams stopped by the Golden Valley High School baseball field on Wednesday.  Williams worked out, pitched and talked with the team all while sharing tips…

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Read more about the article <strong>Same suspect, same home: Standoff echoes 2016 incident</strong> 
Sheriff's deputies established a containment in response to a barricaded suspect who was reported to be seen carrying a machete near Canyon Springs Elementary School on Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024. Habeba Mostafa/The Signal

Same suspect, same home: Standoff echoes 2016 incident 

Sheriff’s Department officials identified the man they arrested after an hourslong standoff Thursday, who was involved in a similar standoff scenario at the same residence nearly eight years ago, according…

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Read more about the article <strong>Keeping one boy’s memory alive and spreading awareness </strong> 
Photos of Pedro Roman were on display at the third annual PJR remembrance day on Sunday afternoon at the Vincent Hill Restaurant and Saloon. Katherine Quezada/ The Signal

Keeping one boy’s memory alive and spreading awareness  

Valencia Viking Pedro “Javi” Roman was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in 2019. He died Feb. 1, 2021, from a relapse at the age of 17.    Studio 7 Foundation continues…

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