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Community Stories

When mold spores find moisture and a food source, they can multiply rapidly, quietly compromising both a living space and residents’ well-being. Metro Creative Serivces photo.

The dangers of mold infestation 

October 16, 2026

Whether it’s a fuzzy patch on a basement wall or a dark speckle on bathroom grout, mold might be dismissed as a minor nuisance. But a mold infestation is a

The city of Santa Clarita is inviting poets to submit original work for the 2027 Sidewalk Poetry Project. Poets may submit their work now through Nov. 20. Courtesy photo.

City seeks sidewalk poetry entries 

October 15, 2026

News release  The city of Santa Clarita invites poets of all ages and experience to submit original work for the 2027 Sidewalk Poetry Project, a public art initiative that transforms

Eagle Scout projects benefit Family Promise 

October 14, 2026

Two local Scouts brought new outdoor additions to the local nonprofit, Family Promise, aimed at strengthening family relationships, creating memories and embracing community.   A special ribbon cutting ceremony was held

Photos: SCV Senior Center hosts Open House

October 14, 2026

The Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center at Bella Vida held an open house event on Saturday to welcome older adults interested in the center and its programs. Local residents were

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Saugus High celebrates chartering of Z Club 

October 14, 2026

News release  The Saugus Z Club, a newly reactivated service organization at Saugus High School, has officially been chartered by Zonta International, “marking an exciting new chapter of leadership, volunteerism,

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Golden Valley NHS chapter wins national award 

October 14, 2026

News release  The National Honor Society has awarded Golden Valley High School the National Chapter of Distinction award.   The award was presented to the Golden Valley chapter “for its

Susan Dixon, former president of the California Retired Teachers Association, was the guest speaker at the local chapter’s fall luncheon. Courtesy photo.

CalRTA hosts fall luncheon 

October 14, 2026

News release  The Santa Clarita Valley division of the California Retired Teachers Association recently hosted its fall luncheon. More than 50 people attended to welcome and hear special guest and

Photos: Jerry Danielsen book signing

October 14, 2026

Local author Jerry Danielsen welcomed readers and community members to his book signing at the Valencia Library on Saturday, celebrating his book “Dying to Live: Choosing Love and Adventure in

Desi (L), dresses as a lobster, and Lola (R) dresses up as a sea turtle at the American Cancer Society's Bark For Life "Howl-O-Ween" event at the Canyon Country Community Center in Canyon Country, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

Cancer Society to host Bark for Life 

October 13, 2026

News release   Dog owners are invited to celebrate a happy “Howl-o-ween” on Saturday at the American Cancer Society fundraiser, Bark for Life, presented by Relay for Life of Santa

Purple Walk 2026 welcomes hundreds 

October 10, 2026

Every October, the Child & Family Center’s headquarters becomes a gathering place for unity, support and encouragement during its annual 5K Purple Walk, an event honoring survivors of domestic violence.  On Saturday, more

Art Classic celebrates art and connection 

October 10, 2026

The 36th annual Art Classic, hosted by the Santa Clarita Artists Association, brought artists of all ages under one roof once again, to celebrate local art and connection on Saturday at The Centre.   The professionally