Read more about the article Deputies: Transient arrested for trespassing  
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Deputies: Transient arrested for trespassing  

A transient was arrested on suspicion of carrying a concealed weapon after deputies located him trespassing at a local car dealership in the early hours of Thursday morning, according to a Santa Clarita Valley…

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Read more about the article Circle of Hope hosts Wellness Day 
Local residents were pampered during Circle of Hope's Wellness Day at Monarch Beauty Academy on Sunday, May 31, 2026. Courtesy of Renee Kaehny.

Circle of Hope hosts Wellness Day 

Pampering patients, Circle of Hope held its annual Wellness Day on May 31 at Monarch Beauty Academy.  From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., cancer patients and survivors could receive massages, makeup and…

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Read more about the article Registration extended for Fourth of July Parade 
The Signal’s float travels through Main Street during the Fourth of July Parade on July 4, 2025 in Santa Clarita, Calif. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Registration extended for Fourth of July Parade 

News release  The city of Santa Clarita has extended regular registration through Monday for the Santa Clarita Valley Fourth of July Parade.   Entries received after Monday will be part of the late registration period.   This…

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Read more about the article COC Foundation honors Masterson with Silver Spur 
Marlee Lauffer, the 2025 Silver Spur honoree, presents this year’s award to Ed Masterson. Photo courtesy of Brooke Ritter.

COC Foundation honors Masterson with Silver Spur 

News release  The College of the Canyons Foundation recently honored community leader and emcee Ed Masterson with the Silver Spur Award.   More than 180 friends, family members, colleagues and distinguished guests gathered at the…

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Read more about the article  SCV Water Scout Days to return this summer 
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 SCV Water Scout Days to return this summer 

News release  The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency has announced the return of its Scout Days program this summer.   Running from July 2 through July 30, the educational program will be offered on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, from…

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Read more about the article US official reveals details of tentative Iran deal 
A Pakistani official is seen during the arrival of U.S. Vice President JD Vance for talks with Iranian officials at Islamabad, Pakistan, on April 11, 2026. Jacquelyn Martin/Pool via Getty Images

US official reveals details of tentative Iran deal 

By Ryan Morgan Contributing Writer  A senior U.S. administration official has pushed back on reports that a pending peace framework between the United States and Iran would include immediate economic relief to…

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Read more about the article As Platner rises, some Mainers have questions 
Graham Platner in Belfast, Maine, on June 6, 2026, just days ahead of the state's June 9 primary. Photo by Nathan Worcester.

As Platner rises, some Mainers have questions 

By Nathan Worcester Contributing Writer  BELFAST, Maine — The streets of downtown Belfast were charged with energy: Politics was working its way through the public square.  On one corner, older men and women held…

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Read more about the article Matilija offers unique community plan 
The farm and accessory uses at Matilija would be surrounded by 22 homes —18 new ones and four accessory dwelling units that are already rented homes on the property.

Matilija offers unique community plan 

Placerita Canyon property owner proposes new farm-to-table neighborhood concept The Santa Clarita Valley hasn’t yet seen a project like the one Matilija Fields is proposing.  The new owner of the land at the…

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Read more about the article Business expo boosts Santa Clarita industries’ profile 
Bena Daniels, a clinical outreach specialist at Life Landscaping, speaks to a visitor at a booth at Valencia Town Center during the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce's 2026 Business Expo on Thursday, June 11, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Business expo boosts Santa Clarita industries’ profile 

The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Business Expo squeezed more than 100 local business’ booths into a high-energy corner of the Valencia Town Center Thursday, giving Santa Clarita…

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Read more about the article SCV Animal Care Center seeking artists to revamp facility 
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SCV Animal Care Center seeking artists to revamp facility 

The Santa Clarita Valley Animal Care Center is encouraging local muralists to submit a proposal to help enhance the facility with three new art pieces.  As part of the center’s ongoing efforts to strengthen community connections and create…

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Read more about the article SCV Water releases annual Consumer Confidence Report 
The SCV Water logo, located in Saugus, Calif. on Jan. 27, 2025. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

SCV Water releases annual Consumer Confidence Report 

News release  The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency’s 2026 Annual Consumer Confidence Report is now available for customers to review.   This year’s report, compiled in partnership with Los Angeles County Waterworks District No. 36, shows that water provided by…

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Read more about the article Herta makes F1 debut at Barcelona-Catalunya GP for Cadillac 
File photo of Valencia native Colton Herta when he  won the Long Beach Grand Prix Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021. Cory Rubin/For The Signal

Herta makes F1 debut at Barcelona-Catalunya GP for Cadillac 

Valencia native Colton Herta officially made his Formula 1 debut on Friday at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix when the 26-year-old took part in the weekend’s free practice one session for Cadillac.   Herta, who’s a test driver…

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Read more about the article ‘Rooted in Wonder’ on exhibit at Valencia Library 
“Peonies” by Tesha Smith.

‘Rooted in Wonder’ on exhibit at Valencia Library 

News release  The city of Santa Clarita is presenting “Rooted in Wonder,” a solo exhibition by Tesha Smith, on display at the Santa Clarita Public Library Valencia Branch (23743 Valencia Blvd.) now through July 22.   “This exhibit invites viewers into a vibrant world of flowers, foliage and…

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