Community Stories

Ed Masterson (left) moderates a panel discussion about workplace safety during a luncheon at College of the Canyons in Valencia, June 20, 2025. Michael Picarella/The Signal

VIA luncheon panel discusses workplace safety

The Valley Industry Association hosted a Friday afternoon luncheon at College of the Canyons in Valencia called “Workplace Safety: Protecting People, Preventing Risks.” Panelists spoke about their individual agencies and

The Canyon Coyotes 4-H presented two Friend of 4-H Awards at its general meeting on June 2, recognizing Scott Keller and Kruse Feed for their support of the club. Courtesy photo.

Canyon Coyotes honor Keller, feed donor 

News release  The Canyon Coyotes 4-H presented two Friend of 4-H Awards at its general meeting on June 2, recognizing Scott Keller and Kruse Feed for their support of the club. 

College briefs

College Brief for June 19

Local students elected to The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi  Several local students were recently elected to The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, a nationwide all-discipline collegiate honor

Fostering Youth Independence coordinator Shana Butterwick (left), with one of the FYI youth. Courtesy photo.

FYI milestone: 200th foster youth welcomed 

News release   The nonprofit Fostering Youth Independence has achieved a significant milestone as it welcomed its 200th foster youth into the FYI community, according to a news release from

Press release

City to open Pioneer Oil Refinery Park 

News release  The city of Santa Clarita invites the community to celebrate the grand opening of its 39th park with a special ribbon cutting ceremony at the historic Pioneer Oil

Health News

FDA approves Moderna’s new COVID-19 vaccine 

By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer  The Food and Drug Administration has approved Moderna’s next-generation COVID-19 vaccine.  The FDA licensed the vaccine for adults aged 65 and up as well as people