Letters to the Editor
Rob Kerchner | A Modern-Day Narcissus
In Greek mythology, Narcissus was so entranced by his own image he could see nothing else, and the nymph Echo was so enamored of him she was only able to…
Letters to the Editor
Arthur Saginian | Not Just Ambition?
After reading Andrew Taban’s, uh, appeal to our senses (May 12), I shoved The Signal aside, looked at my kitchen counter, and thought to myself, “Somebody needs to have a…
College briefs
College Briefs for Aug. 20
Gilroy earns University of Nebraska-Lincoln degrees Grace Gilroy, of Santa Clarita, was among a record 3,762 graduates who received degrees from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln during commencement exercises May 8-9. …
Patsy Ayala | Before They Ride, Know What You’re Buying
As a mother of two, I understand how exciting it can be to give your child more independence. E-bikes can help young people get to school, visit friends, explore our…
A map of the Belcaro Sand Canyon project
Commission, residents question traffic plan for Belcaro
Sand Canyon residents aired out concerns for hours Tuesday on the new Belcaro senior-housing community proposed for Sand Canyon, at Lost Canyon Road. At the end of the project’s second hearing, the Santa Clarita Planning Commission ordered staff to…
People view dozens of classic and modern cars during the Knights of Columbus 9th annual car show at Our Lady of Perpetual Help on Aug. 14, 2026 in Newhall. Katherine Quezada/The Signal
Knights of Columbus host 9th annual car show
The Knights of Columbus’ ninth annual car show on Friday at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Newhall brought car enthusiasts together for a celebration rooted in culture, community and family history. …
Rose Koscielny. Courtesy of Saugus Union School District
Former Saugus District board member Rose Koscielny dies
Rose Koscielny, a former Saugus Union School District board member who served for two decades before retiring in 2016, died last week. She was 74. Saugus district governing board member Christopher Trunkey announced her death at the start of…
COC Bond Oversight Committee members sought
News release College of the Canyons is accepting applications until Aug. 28 to serve on the Independent Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee, according to a news release from the college. The…
Authors set up booths on the first and second floor of the University Center during the second annual SCV Book Festival on Saturday, May 10, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
COC to host 3rd annual SCV Book Festival on Sept. 12
News release College of the Canyons is scheduled to host the third annual Santa Clarita Valley Book Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, at the Dr.…
Democrats split on party’s future as socialists win key primaries
By Jacob Burg and Joseph Lord Contributing Writers Democrats are split on the future of their party as a swell of candidates linked to democratic socialist policies have seen a series of…
Volunteers walk to the 30th Annual River Rally Cleanup and Environmental Expo near the Via Princessa Bridge on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal
City seeks volunteers for River Rally Clean-Up
News release Volunteer registration is now open for the 31st Annual River Rally Clean-Up and Environmental Expo scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 19, from 8 to 11 a.m. This…
The Grizzlies’ flag football team during an offensive play in a game against Santa Paula at Golden Valley High School on Aug. 18, 2026. Ryan Romero/The Signal
Golden Valley flag football drops home opener to Santa Paula
After the Golden Valley flag football team suffered a narrow 9-0 loss on the road to Quartz Hill last week, head coach Dikran Melkonian was eager to bounce back in the team’s home opener on…
Federal judge strikes down Biden-era ‘ghost gun’ restrictions
By Michael Clements Contributing Writer A U.S. District Court Judge in Texas struck down a Biden administration rule on so-called “ghost guns” on Monday. In the case of Defense Distributed et.…
How to Navigate Modern Investment Scams
Image Credit: Unsplash Byline: Will Jones With new technological tools have come new methods of scamming. The best way to avoid falling into such a financial trap is to familiarize yourself…
Rep. Byron Donalds (R-Fla.) speaks to reporters at the media filing center and spin room at the Pennsylvania Convention Center ahead of the presidential debate between Republican nominee former President Donald J. Trump and Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris in Philadelphia, Pa., on Sept. 10, 2024. Photo by Madalina Vasiliu.
Byron Donalds to face former Republican in Florida
By John Haughey Contributing Writer Three-term U.S. House Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., and Republican-turned-Democrat David Jolly will face off in Florida’s governor election in November after winning their Tuesday primaries. Donalds,…
FILE PHOTO A Los Angeles County Fire Department truck moves quickly to scene. Katharine Lotze/The Signal
Person found dead in Newhall
A person was pronounced dead at the scene of a reported medical emergency in a Newhall shopping center on Tuesday, and officials believe the death was by suicide. Preliminary information on the incident indicated that deputies were dispatched to the 23000 block…
Hart High School dance team. Courtesy photo,.
Hart dance team to host youth clinic Aug. 29
News release The award-winning Hart High School dance team is hosting a youth clinic on Saturday, Aug. 29, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the school’s gymnasium. The event…
5 Best Instagram Growth Services in 2026: How Famoid and Other Providers Compare
A strong Reel can still disappear after a few hundred views. A polished profile can still look untested when its follower count, likes, and views do not match the content.…
Gary Horton | Palling Around with Terrorists — for Real
We all remember the charge from years back, when a young Barack Obama was first running for president against John McCain and his attack-dog running mate, Sarah Palin — the…
The Savvy Senior | Smartphones made simple for seniors
Dear Savvy Senior, My 79-year-old mom just upgraded from a flip phone to a smartphone, but she’s having trouble figuring it out. Is there a way to make it easier…