WWII veteran turns 103
By Kamryn Martell Signal Staff Writer Ken Placek, a World War II veteran, is turning 103 and celebrated with his friends in the Coffee 4 Veterans group at Crazy Otto’s Diner on Thursday morning. The restaurant was…
By Kamryn Martell Signal Staff Writer Ken Placek, a World War II veteran, is turning 103 and celebrated with his friends in the Coffee 4 Veterans group at Crazy Otto’s Diner on Thursday morning. The restaurant was…
After the first round of the boys’ tennis California Interscholastic Federation Southern Section playoffs, three teams from the Santa Clarita Valley advanced to the second round whilethe West Ranch Wildcats fell out…
Just as it looked like the case against a former homicide detective charged with extortion might be moving forward, it was delayed, again. Judge Wesley L. Hsu’s latest order in federal…
Two leaders known for their local work and advocacy were given the William S. Hart Union High School District's One Hart award during Wednesday’s meeting. Denis Lite and John Lite were given the One…
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer A federal judge in New York ordered on Wednesday the release of a suicide note that purportedly was written by convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein before his death in August…
By Jacki Thrapp Contributing Writer NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee legislature passed a bill on Thursday that would redistrict the state’s U.S. congressional map to break up the state’s only Democratic district ahead of the midterms. …
Every professional knows the feeling. A report is due, a proposal needs to go out, or a client presentation requires a written summary, and the blank page is staring back at you.…
By Chris Summers Contributing Writer Israel launched its first air strike on Beirut since the ceasefire in Lebanon came into effect on April 16, killing a Hezbollah commander. The Israel Defense…
News release Ventura County painter Jem Atwater will take center stage at the May 18 monthly meeting of the Santa Clarita Artists Association at the Newhall Library. The evening demonstration is free and open to the public. A classically trained oil painter, Atwater earned her bachelor’s in fine arts from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco before relocating to Ventura, where she has become a cornerstone of the regional arts community, said a news release from SCAA. …
News release Local multimedia artist Naomi Young will unveil her newest solo exhibition, “Towers & Flowers,” with a special one-night-only art reception on Sunday, May 17, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Valencia Town Center. This…
News release Abbamania Canada is scheduled to perform at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons on Friday, May 15. This all-Canadian cast from Ontario, Canada, made up of studio…
News release The Santa Clarita Artists Association is scheduled May 15 and 16 to host a two-day workshop featuring award-winning California watercolor artist Fealing Lin, who will demonstrate both portrait and landscape painting. The event is scheduled 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.…
By Signal Staff This is the “A Star Is Born” that started it all: The 1937 classic that spawned three remakes — in 1954, 1976 and 2018 — comes to Santa Clarita Valley residents’ screens this…
Bodily named to Eastern Oregon University dean’s list Eastern Oregon University named 606 students to the dean's list for the 2026 fall term, and among them was Eldred Bodily, of…
The warm afternoons of May and June bring crowds back to the outdoor cafes in Warsaw. You grab a table under a sun umbrella and start a ranked match. A…
A man was arrested on suspicion of felony attempted burglary Tuesday after callers in Stevenson Ranch alerted deputies about a prowler in the area, according to the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station. …
Many people want to stretch their dollars without giving up a good quality of life. The search for an affordable home can feel confusing and slow without the right steps. Most people…
For many people and businesses of all sizes, tax documentation is a daunting task. Important for reporting efficiently and precisely. There is only one important type of form that needs…
In 2026, the U.S. vacuum cleaner market is more sophisticated than ever—American shoppers aren’t just looking for basic suction; they want powerful, innovative, multi-functional tools that fit their fast-paced lifestyles.…
An Air Force Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps team with one Valencia High School junior and three Academy of the Canyons juniors has advanced to the 2026 JROTC Leadership and Academic Bowl Championship at The Catholic University of…