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Jason Gibbs | Happy Birthday, Santa Clarita

By Mayor Pro Tem Jason Gibbs  For many, birthdays mark a time to celebrate another year of life among friends and family. For others, it may be a time for quiet reflection on the past or anxiously looking forward to the future. How ever you view or celebrate

Master Chorale to host first in-person concert since 2019

News release   The Santa Clarita Master Chorale is set to perform its first in-person concert since 2019: “The Glory of the Holidays,” featuring holiday favorites and timeless masterpieces.  “We are overjoyed to be presenting our first live concert since 2019,” said Allan Petker, the chorale’s artistic director.

Residents participate in “Caroling with Gracie”

In remembrance of Gracie Muehlberger, her friends, family and community participated once again in “Caroling with Gracie” this week, bringing songs and charity to local residents. The third annual event was held

Bridge to Home hosts virtual auction fundraiser

Bridge to Home held its 2021 Soup for the Soul fundraiser virtually last weekend to support year-round shelter services and resources for the local homeless population. “We’re here for hope,

SIGNAL FILE PHOTO: Lynn Evans of Canyon Country raises her arm as she finishes donating blood during the Red Cross Blood Drive held the Canyon Country Jo Anne Darcy Library in Canyon Country on Friday, Jan. 4, 2018. Dan Watson/The Signal

Historic Red Cross blood, platelet shortage

The American Red Cross, which provides 40% of the country’s blood, announced its blood supply is at historically low levels. Busy holiday schedules, breaks from school and winter weather all

City holds Central Park expansion groundbreaking

The city of Santa Clarita held a groundbreaking ceremony for its recently approved Central Park expansion project, promising more fields, lights and facilities for local residents at the park.    The project consists of adding

Winter dress can be cozy and fashionable

As the weather cools — even if only slightly — it’s time to swap out those flip flops and shorts for some sweaters and boots. This winter, you don’t have

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Zonta to host webinar on human trafficking

News release   The Zonta Clubs of Santa Clarita Valley and Burbank are hosting a Zoom webinar at 10 a.m. Saturday focusing on human trafficking.   The webinar is designed to bring awareness and educate the community about what  can be done to help

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Hart district awarded National Empowered Seal

News release  The William S. Hart Union High School District has been awarded the National Empowered Seal for its commitment to whole-child education by EVERFI.  The EVERFI Empowered Seal, awarded

Oakmont resident reaches 100

Though Mary Zimmerman recently celebrated her 100th birthday, she still uses her walker as more of a purse than for support. “She doesn’t need it. She just has all her

Bruin chases after life

Tatiana and Greg Ozhekim lovingly refer to their 3-year-old German shepherd, Bruin, as their flying squirrel dog — and they aren’t kidding. The pup was given the moniker after surviving

Spreading the importance of oral health

Across the Santa Clarita Valley and beyond, organizations are working to educate residents on the importance of oral health. Often overlooked, oral health is an extremely important area of health