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Saugus’ Behavior Sub-Committee issues update on behavior definitions 

The Saugus Union School District’s Behavior Definition Sub-Committee has concluded its mission to define what student behaviors need intervention and who, between administrators and classroom staff, should manage it.  Student Support Services Director Tonya Nowakowski presented at the district’s regular board meeting Wednesday on the

Attendees take photos and enjoy the occasion during the third annual "Survivor & Caregiver Celebration Dinner" at Canyon Country Community Center on Saturday, March 14, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Relay for Life: Combating cancer with superheroes 

Superheroes are often a beacon of hope amidst danger — a visualization of power against obstacles. With this in mind, local caregivers and survivors have joined forces to unite and fight for the cause, which

Professionals throughout the Santa Clarita Valley networked at the office of Thompson Von Tungeln during the SCV Chamber Business After Hours Mixer on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Photos: SCV Chamber Business After Hours Mixer

Professionals throughout Santa Clarita gathered for the SCV Chamber Business After Hours Mixer at Thompson Von Tungeln in Valencia on Wednesday. Along with the St. Patrick’s Day festivities, attendees were

Ethan Tucker, a Castaic High School student, does the high jump at the 14th annual Hart Games at Valencia High School in Valencia, Calif., Monday, March 16, 2026. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

‘Heart and unity’ at 14th annual Hart Games 

Special education students throughout the William S. Hart Union High School District joined together for the 14th annual Hart Games at Valencia High School on Monday morning.  The energy was high and the heart and unity

Cars leave the Oak Tree Gun Club after reports of an attempted suicide, Tuesday, March, 17, 2026. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

LASD: Suicide reported at gun club 

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station officials responded Tuesday afternoon to a report of a suicide at the Oak Tree Gun Club.   L.A. County Fire Department officials reported that paramedics were dispatched to

Report of overdose at West Ranch deemed false alarm 

A call reporting a possible overdose at West Ranch High School was deemed unfounded soon after first responders arrived at the school Tuesday morning, according to the L.A. County Fire Department.  Fire Department spokesperson Edith Lai said

Families and friends beat the heat at the Santa Clarita Aquatics Center, Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

Hot weather hits SCV 

Santa Clarita Valley residents should prepare for the warm weather as temperatures are heating up, according to National Weather Service officials.  Lisa Phillips, a meteorologist at NWS, said the heat will build and

Woman found dead in Saugus 

A woman in her 20s was found dead near Benz Road and Copper Hill Drive in Saugus on Monday morning, according to an official with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Homicide Bureau.  Lt. Chris Oakley, a lieutenant

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COC names four finalists for superintendent 

News release  The Santa Clarita Community College District is scheduled to host public forums on March 23 in which finalists for the superintendent/president position at College of the Canyons will

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Newhall school board receives resident student forecast update 

An updated resident student forecast for the Newhall School District was presented during last week’s governing board meeting, where it was stated that the overall student population is expected to increase over the next seven years.   The presentation was given by David Kaitz of MGT, formerly known as Davis Demographics, whose new

Enjoy the iconic Strawberry Shortcake Experience at the California Strawberry Festival, May 16-17 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds. This mouth-watering treat is a must-try for anyone who loves the taste of summer. Made with tender, flaky cake, whipped cream, and heaps of plump, ripe strawberries. Photo California Strawberry Festival.

California’s Spring Food Festivals 

Despite the loss of several California “famous signature” food festivals in recent years, including the Gilroy Garlic Festival, the Castroville Artichoke Festival and the California Nut Festival in Chico, it’s still a good time to be