Read more about the article Bicyclist dies in crash with bus 
Los Angeles County Medical Examiner officials investigate the traffic collision on the intersection of Pinto Place and Green Hill Drive in Castaic, Calif., Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

Bicyclist dies in crash with bus 

A bicyclist was killed in a collision with a city of Santa Clarita Transit bus in Castaic early Wednesday morning, according to an official with the California Highway Patrol Newhall-area Office.  The man was approximately 57 years old, according to…

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What a National Survey Reveals About the Growing Popularity of Tai Chi

In recent years, conversations around health and wellness have increasingly shifted toward sustainability rather than intensity. As people look for forms of exercise that support long-term physical and mental well-being,…

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Read more about the article City, Development Corp. share jobs picture 
Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corp. CEO Ondre Seltzer discussed local jobs at City Hall on Tuesday. Perry Smith/The Signal

City, Development Corp. share jobs picture 

Kicking off the annual budget discussion in January, Santa Clarita City Manager Ken Striplin once again shared optimism about the city’s economy, which saw a 4% increase in the number…

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Read more about the article Community celebrates Holi 2026 
Harp Sidhu plays punjabi music on the dhol drum as people dance around him during the Hindu Festival of Colors known as Holi, to mark spring’s arrival on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Castaic Lake State Recreation Area. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Community celebrates Holi 2026 

Castaic Lake, a place where people typically go to cool off during hot summer days, was instead filled with multicolored powders in celebration of Holi on Saturday, a Hindu festival of colors that marks…

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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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