Read more about the article Third annual Eco Film Festival finds its audience for local environmental causes 
Umbrellas lining the stairs leading to the Eco Film Festival at College of the Canyons on March 7, 2026. Susan Monaghan/The Signal

Third annual Eco Film Festival finds its audience for local environmental causes 

For those in the Santa Clarita Valley fighting its environmental battles – advocates for the unique fish that swim its streams, the forests to its north and east, the quality of its air and water – opportunities to find their audience can be precious.   Filmgoers…

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Read more about the article PHOTOS: Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center’s “Sock Hop” draws a swinging crowd to the dance floor
Sandi Johnson, right, dancing at the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center's Sock Hop on March 6, 2026. Susan Monaghan/The Signal

PHOTOS: Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center’s “Sock Hop” draws a swinging crowd to the dance floor

The SCV Senior Center's '50s-themed Sock Hop hosted dozens of seniors in fine midcentury attire, with a playlist featuring Elvis, Chuck Berry and Little Richard. Attendees were also treated to…

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Read more about the article Charges dismissed for Valencia woman accused of Palisades looting 
A Valencia woman accused of stealing in the aftermath of the Palisades fires in a “Palisades Strong” shirt had two charges dismissed last month after she completed “informal diversion,” according to L.A. County Superior Court records.

Charges dismissed for Valencia woman accused of Palisades looting 

A Valencia woman accused of stealing in the aftermath of the Palisades fires in a “Palisades Strong” shirt had two charges dismissed last month after she completed “informal diversion,” according to…

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Read more about the article LASD: Investigation ongoing into Val Verde dog-bite  
Patrol deputies responded to the 29700 block of Cromwell Avenue the night of March 3, along with the Department of Animal Care and Control, according to officials. Courtesy

LASD: Investigation ongoing into Val Verde dog-bite  

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station officials said no charges have been filed yet related to their investigation into an incident in which a man was bitten by a dog in Val Verde last…

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Read more about the article Rancho Camulos to host presentation on dam history 
The “Father of the Los Angeles Water System,” William Mulholland (left), chief engineer-general manager of the Los Angeles Bureau of Water Works and Supply, and his assistant H.A. Van Norman inspect remnants of the St. Francis Dam after its catastrophic collapse on March 12, 1928. Photo by George Watson/Courtesy Watson Family Photographic Archive

Rancho Camulos to host presentation on dam history 

News release  The Rancho Camulos Museum is scheduled 1 p.m. Saturday to host a presentation by historian Ann Stansell as she explores the lasting impact of the 1928 St. Francis Dam…

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Read more about the article US Chamber platform names Elevate Business Solutions one of America’s Top 100 small businesses 
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US Chamber platform names Elevate Business Solutions one of America’s Top 100 small businesses 

News release  The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and CO—, the chamber’s digital platform for small businesses, announced that Elevate Business Solutions has been named to the “CO—100: America’s Top 100 Small Businesses” list, according…

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Read more about the article Valencia softball overcomes El Camino Real at home  
Valencia pitcher Keira Rand (9) pitching against the El Camino Real Royals at Valencia High School on Mar. 10, 2026. Ryan Romero/The Signal

Valencia softball overcomes El Camino Real at home  

With a 3-2 win over the El Camino Real Royals of Woodland Hills on Monday, the Valencia Vikings secured their first home win of the year and improved to a 3-2 overall record to start the season.   “Everyone really…

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Read more about the article Community invited to 14th annual Hart Games 
La Mesa Junior High School instructional assistant Christian Paisley helps Aiden Van Elslande throw a javelin at the 13th annual Hart Games track and field meet hosted at Valencia High School on Monday morning, March 24, 2025. Maya Morales/The Signal

Community invited to 14th annual Hart Games 

News release  The annual Hart Games return to Valencia High School on Monday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.   Opening ceremonies begin promptly at 10 a.m. as approximately 350 special education students from 11 schools will step onto the track to compete…

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Read more about the article From ensembles to friendships: Golden Valley students build connections through instruments 
Schools from throughout the Hart District performed during the Downs Fischer Jazz Festival at Golden Valley High School on Friday, Feb. 27, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

From ensembles to friendships: Golden Valley students build connections through instruments 

Local jazz bands in the William S. Hart Union High School District awaited their turn to perform for attendees in the Golden Valley High School gym, sharing their love for not only…

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Registration opens for city’s spring recreation programs 

News release   The city of Santa Clarita has opened registration for its spring recreation programs, offering seasonal classes and programs including Camp Clarita, Summer Youth Basketball and Primetime Preschool enrollment.  Residents may view available classes and…

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Read more about the article Photos: Variations of Vessels at SCAA
Guests observed the variations of vessels displayed by SCAA artists during the art exhibit of "Vessels" in Old Town Newhall on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Photos: Variations of Vessels at SCAA

Baskets, sculptures, mixed media, canvases and other forms of art were present during the "Vessels" art reception at the Santa Clarita Artists Association on Saturday. Featuring the works of 21…

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Read more about the article 2026 SCV baseball preview 
Castaic's Orion Gonzalez (66) runs to home plate during the second inning of Friday's game against Heritage Christian at Castaic High School on March 6, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

2026 SCV baseball preview 

The high school baseball season is underway in Southern California, and in the Santa Clarita Valley, multiple teams are getting ready to make a push for their respective league titles with many…

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US designates Afghanistan a state sponsor of wrongful detention  

By Chris Summers Contributing Writer   Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday designated Afghanistan as a “state sponsor of wrongful detention” and declared the country not safe for Americans.  The Taliban regime — which has…

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Read more about the article Collision on I-5 near SR-138 causes hours-long delays 
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Collision on I-5 near SR-138 causes hours-long delays 

A collision involving three semi-trucks caused traffic delays lasting up to two hours on Interstate 5 northbound south of Quail Lake near State Route 138 on Tuesday morning, according to an official with California Highway Patrol Newhall-area Office.  The incident occurred around 5:39 a.m. and involved two big rigs that…

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