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Otis inspects a trap used to rescue thousands of dog runaways by his owner, Lorena Zeballos, on June 28, 2025 in Santa Clarita, Calif. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Local nonprofit races to rescue pets spooked by Fourth of July fireworks 

Every Fourth of July since its founding, All Animal Search and Rescue of Santa Clarita receives reports of missing pets who seemingly run away from their homes due to the loud booms, pops and whistles of fireworks.   According to Lorena Zeballos, founder of the nonprofit organization that helps pet owners find lost animals, terrified dogs and cats unable to cope

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. 

Home and Garden filler

Prepping the garden for vacation 

By Sandy Lindsey Contributing Writer  The best vacations are a result of proper planning, from making reservations to arranging transportation and packing. But don’t forget the garden: Watering is the main

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

Samantha Miranda Rodriguez, a two-sport student-athlete at College of the Canyons, is achieving her dream of becoming a firefighter after graduating from COC. Photo courtesy of COC.

COC athlete plans to ‘firefight like a girl’ 

News release  Samantha Miranda Rodriguez, a two-sport student-athlete at College of the Canyons, is ready to redefine what it means to be a firefighter.  At just 21 years old, Rodriguez is

Attendees walk past a large, inflatable archway on Saturday morning during the Walk to End Alzheimer's event at Bridgeport Park Oct. 2, 2024. Trisha Anas/ The Signal.

Community invited to Walk for Alzheimer’s Kickoff 

News release  The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting the community to a kickoff event to begin gearing up for the organization’s annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s.  The kickoff is scheduled 5:30-7:30