Read more about the article Oldest scion of influential Newhall family dies at 87 
X. X."Skip" Newhall died Sunday. He was 87. Courtesy photo

Oldest scion of influential Newhall family dies at 87 

X.X. “Skip” Newhall, the great-great-grandson of Henry Mayo Newhall, a ubiquitous namesake heavily involved in the early Western settlement of the area, died Sunday. He was 87.  Newhall seemed to…

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Read more about the article Developer, KHTS agree to Main Street deal, subject to city approval 
The Newhall plans that drew discussion at City Hall would be another big step for the area’s development: a five-story mixed-use building approximately 52 feet in height, for 78 apartment units and 5,300 square feet of commercial floor area.

Developer, KHTS agree to Main Street deal, subject to city approval 

A co-owner of a local radio station with major concerns about how the station would broadcast a few feet from where major construction work is being proposed said Friday he…

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Read more about the article Saugus baseball, softball host signing day ceremony 
Saugus seniors (from left) Briana Garcia, Allison Specht and Ming Lee recently committed to play collegiately during a signing ceremony held at Saugus High School. Courtesy photo.

Saugus baseball, softball host signing day ceremony 

 Two Saugus High School softball players and one baseball player recently signed their national letters of intent to continue their academic and athletic careers at the next level.  Senior Ming…

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Read more about the article Boeing extends date for overdue Air Force One   
An artist rendering shows the new livery design for the "Next Air Force One," selected by President Joe Biden in 2023. U.S. Air Force image.

Boeing extends date for overdue Air Force One   

By Bill Pan Contributing Writer  Boeing is projected to deliver its new Air Force One presidential aircraft in 2027, three years behind the schedule negotiated during President Donald Trump’s first term,…

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FBI director says release of Epstein files coming ‘in the near future’ 

By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer  U.S. authorities will soon release files on the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, FBI Director Kash Patel said on Thursday in testimony to Congress.  “In the…

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Read more about the article Barger authors motion calling for support of Schiavo’s landfill bills 
L.A. County 5th District Supervisor Kathryn Barger, R-Santa Clarita, speaks at the Chiquita Canyon Landfill Community Advisory Committee meeting held at Castaic Middle School on Oct. 28, 2024. Katherine Quezada/The Signal.

Barger authors motion calling for support of Schiavo’s landfill bills 

L.A. County 5th District Supervisor Kathryn Barger is calling on the Board of Supervisors to support two bills authored by Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo, D-Chatsworth, in the wake of the noxious…

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Above the Crib: An AU Parent’s Guide to Choosing the Perfect Baby Mobile for Soothing and Stimulating Your Little One 

A baby mobile does more than look pretty. It soothes fussy babies. It stimulates developing minds. And it can even help your little one drift off to dreamland. In this…

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Timeless vs. Trendy – How to Choose a Remodeling Style That Lasts

Homeowners embarking on renovation projects inevitably confront a fundamental question that shapes every subsequent decision: should they pursue timeless design elements that will endure for decades, or embrace current trends…

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Read more about the article Agua Dulce motorbike racer featured in new documentary
Mason Klein cuts through the sand during the 2023 Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia. Photo courtesy of Danny Dek/Red Bull Studios

Agua Dulce motorbike racer featured in new documentary

Between Dec. 23, 2022, and Jan. 15, 2023, Agua Dulce motorbike racer Mason Klein competed in the Dakar Rally, a multi-day, cross-country race that takes place in Saudi Arabia. By…

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Read more about the article Forecast projects heat wave, possible rain 
The city of Santa Clarita has designated its public library branches, including the Valencia Library (above) as cooling centers to offer residents a place to cool off during the heat wave expected today through Sunday. Photo courtesy of the city of Santa Clarita.

Forecast projects heat wave, possible rain 

Whether a fan of fairly intense heat or light rain, the Santa Clarita Valley’s five-day weather forecast has something for everyone.  On Friday and Saturday, the SCV is expecting temperature…

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Read more about the article New venues part of city’s arts master plan discussion 
The MAIN, an intimate 81 seat theater in Old Town Newhall, offers comedy, music, theater and more. Photo City of Santa Clarita.

New venues part of city’s arts master plan discussion 

There are two possible arts venues on the horizon for the city of Santa Clarita, but neither involve a large traditional performing arts space, according to a local arts and…

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Read more about the article Commercial fire reported on Smyth Drive 
L.A. County Fire Department personnel respond to reports of a commercial fire in Valencia on Thursday, May 8, 2025. Tyler Wainfeld/The Signal.

Commercial fire reported on Smyth Drive 

A commercial building fire was reported on the 27000 block of Smyth Drive on Thursday afternoon, according to Howard Tieu, spokesperson for the Los Angeles County Fire Department.  Firefighters were…

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