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102 times two: Friends hold dual celebration 

It’s not every day that someone turns 102 — but between Marie De La Torre and her friend, Mary Blanchard, they’re only 12 days apart.   Both De La Torre and Blanchard celebrated their birthdays at Casa Lupitas in Castaic on Tuesday, with De La Torre’s birthday being June 2 and Blanchard’s birthday on June 14. Enjoying each year to the fullest, the women keep a busy schedule with various activities, including driving.  

College briefs

College Brief for May 14

Selle elected to membership in Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi  Rebekah Selle, of Canyon Country, was recently elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the

The William S. Hart Union High School District recognized outstanding student filmmakers at the recent Healthy Relationships PSA Awards Ceremony. Pictured: award recipients from Valencia High School, along with representatives of the SCV Sheriff’s Station and the Hart district. Courtesy photo.

Hart district honors student filmmakers at PSA awards  

News release  The William S. Hart Union High School District recognized outstanding student filmmakers at the Healthy Relationships PSA Awards Ceremony held on April 24 at the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station, said a news

Press release

City to host Critter Fair at Hart Park 

News release  The city of Santa Clarita’s Critter Fair returns to William S. Hart Park on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., continuing a long-standing community tradition with a

Local nonprofit Fostering Youth Independence welcomed more than 70 community members to its first open house on April 25. Courtesy photo.

Over 70 attend FYI open house 

News release  Local nonprofit Fostering Youth Independence welcomed more than 70 community members to its first open house on Saturday, April 25.   Attendees learned how FYI supports local foster youth who are aging out of the foster care system, equipping them

Nonprofit filler

Assistance League provides sixth-grade students outfits for graduation 

News release  Assistance League of Santa Clarita, a chapter of Assistance League, a national nonprofit organization, invited 120 local students, referred by their schools, to a shopping event April 26 to prepare them for their upcoming promotion to middle school.  Each

Santa Clarita Elks Lodge No. 2379 recognized Cooper Kehoe as the first‑place winner in the eighth‑grade division of this year’s Elks Americanism Essay Contest. Courtesy photo.

Elks announce ‘Americanism’ essay contest winner 

News release  Santa Clarita Elks Lodge No. 2379 proudly recognized Cooper Kehoe, an eighth‑grade member of the Santa Clarita Valley Young Marines, as the first‑place winner in the eighth‑grade division of this year’s Elks Americanism

Runners participate in the 41st annual Fourth of July Independence Day Classic run ahead of the parade on July 4, 2025 in Santa Clarita, Calif. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

42nd Annual Independence Day Classic returns  

News release  The Santa Clarita Runners Club announced the return of the 42nd Annual Fourth of July Independence Day Classic.  This year’s event will feature three activities for participants of all ages and abilities, including a Kid K, a 5K run, and a 1

Marlee Lauffer

Lauffer to retire from HMNH after 11 years of service 

News release  Marlee Lauffer, president of the Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Foundation and vice president of marketing and communications for Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, has announced her retirement effective June

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | Where are all these leaks coming from? 

Question: We have leaks from the roof where the vents are up in the attic. Looks like during rain and fierce winds, the water has gotten through the stucco and the water is coming through our patio covers and through our kitchen window, and our kitchen light has gotten a stain.  — Manny  Answer: Manny, the first thing to do is to water test to see where the water is entering, so that you don’t have to guess. Start below the leak and work your way up until you find the source. Someone will need to help you, one on the interior and the other with the hose water testing. Once you figure out what the source is, then reach back out to me.  Robert Lamoureux has more than 40 years of experience as a general contractor, with separate licenses in electrical and plumbing contracting. He owns IMS Construction Inc.

Denise and John Lite recognized with One Hart award 

Two leaders known for their local work and advocacy were given the William S. Hart Union High School District’s One Hart award during Wednesday’s meeting.  Denis Lite and John Lite were given the One

College briefs

College Briefs for May 7

Bodily named to Eastern Oregon University dean’s list  Eastern Oregon University named 606 students to the dean’s list for the 2026 fall term, and among them was Eldred Bodily, of

Patsy Ayala

Patsy Ayala | Find Your Next Adventure with Seasons 

“Every accomplishment starts with the decision to try.”   — John F. Kennedy  I always encourage our community to get involved, try something new and take advantage of all that our city has to offer. In