Read more about the article Quilts donated to local veterans as ‘thank you’ for service
Dale Shupe receives his Quilt of Valor from Donna Kiger. Courtesy

Quilts donated to local veterans as ‘thank you’ for service

As a symbol of comfort and appreciation of their sacrifice for their country, local veterans were wrapped in handmade Quilts of Valor Sunday. Donna Kiger and George Allard of the…

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Read more about the article SCV veterans recognized at Eternal Valley Memorial Day Tribute
A rifle salute is performed at a Memorial Day event at Eternal Valley Cemetery Monday. May 31, 2021. Bobby Block / The Signal.

SCV veterans recognized at Eternal Valley Memorial Day Tribute

As a volley of shots rang out, the Santa Clarita Valley’s veterans saluted their fallen comrades during Monday’s Memorial Day Tribute ceremony at Eternal Valley Memorial Park and Mortuary.  Hundreds…

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Read more about the article Honoring Memorial Day in the SCV
The WWII eara aircraft of The Condor Squadron fly over the crowd gathered at the Veteran's Memorial Wall to honor U.S. Army, Vietnam combat veteran, William Reynolds at Eternal Valley Memorial Park and Mortuary in Newhall on Saturday, 020621. Dan Watson/The Signal

Honoring Memorial Day in the SCV

With Memorial Day weekend upon us, it’s almost time to honor the men and women who died serving the country.  Both Los Angeles County and city of Santa Clarita officials…

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Read more about the article Desert Shield/Storm veterans to be recognized at Eternal Valley Memorial Day Tribute
The President Ronald Reagan Detachment of the Marine Corps League fires a volley at the Memorial Day ceremonies at Eternal Valley Monday morning. Cory Rubin/The Signal

Desert Shield/Storm veterans to be recognized at Eternal Valley Memorial Day Tribute

The Santa Clarita Valley Memorial Day Committee’s annual Memorial Day Tribute ceremony is returning to its in-person format this year at Eternal Valley Memorial Park and Mortuary. This year, the…

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Read more about the article Veteran Center celebrates reopening
Volunteers Anne Scott, left, and Dana Stewart organizes the shelves of canned food in the food bank available for veterans at the Santa Clarita Veteran Services Collaborative in Newhall on Thursday, 040121. Dan Watson/The Signal

Veteran Center celebrates reopening

Following a yearlong closure due to the pandemic, the Santa Clarita Veteran Services Collaborative celebrated the reopening of its Veteran Center Thursday. “I’m so excited — we’re open,” volunteer coordinator…

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Read more about the article Local vets celebrate Blinded Veterans Day
Air Force veteran Ken Asam and Army veteran Gary Simpson, left to right, hold a Blinded Veterans Day sign that was on display at the SCV Bella Vida Senior Center for the holiday on March 28, 2021. Emily Alvarenga/The Signal

Local vets celebrate Blinded Veterans Day

Each year, Americans celebrate Veterans Day to honor all those who have served the country. A lesser known — but just as important holiday — comes four months later in…

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Read more about the article SCV Veteran Center prepares for reopening
The Veteran Center in Newhall currently has a food pantry, computers, library and resource table. Emily Alvarenga/The Signal

SCV Veteran Center prepares for reopening

The Santa Clarita Veteran Services Collaborative is preparing for the reopening of its Veteran Center, as well as the return of general meetings. The news comes a year after the…

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Read more about the article A few SCV veterans share their calls to service ahead of Veterans Day
WWII veteran Alvin Larsen with his service medals at his home in Santa Clarita on Tuesday, November 03, 2020. Dan Watson/The Signal

A few SCV veterans share their calls to service ahead of Veterans Day

Each year, Veterans Day honors all of those who have served the country, thanking them for their sacrifices. For most Americans, it’s a day to thank their family and friends…

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Read more about the article Veteran Memorial Backpack Walk goes virtual
Albert Rodriguez, left, and Ernie Trevizo carry the flags as they lead a group as part of the Veteran Services Collaborative's Memorial Day Backpack Walk on Saturday. Dan Watson/The Signal

Veteran Memorial Backpack Walk goes virtual

After dozens of veterans showed up to march down Lyons Avenue during the Santa Clarita Veteran Services Collaborative’s inaugural Veteran Backpack Walk on Memorial Day weekend last year, organizers had…

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Read more about the article Veteran services remain available despite COVID-19
A veteran salutes the flag at the Veterans Day ceremonies at Veterans Historical Plaza in Newhall Sunday morning. Cory Rubin/ The Signal

Veteran services remain available despite COVID-19

Officials said Thursday that the services provided to many Santa Clarita Valley veterans through the Veterans Administration remain available, while other services, such as grocery buying, have become available, as…

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Read more about the article Chamber recognizes SCV veterans at annual Patriots Luncheon
Honored veterans from left, David Jackson, Toshiaki Watanabe, Gretchen Zovak, Mario Aquilani, Michael Reyes, Jack Crawford and Ronald Boudreaux pose for photos after the 9th Annual Patriots Luncheon presented by The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce and the City of Santa Clarita at the Hyatt Regency Valencia on Thursday. Dan Watson/The Signal

Chamber recognizes SCV veterans at annual Patriots Luncheon

The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce honored local veterans at its ninth annual Patriots Luncheon at the Hyatt Regency on Thursday.  Each year, the luncheon serves to recognize veterans…

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Read more about the article Veteran Services Collaborative to host Backpack Walk
The Veteran Center in Newhall currently has a food pantry, computers, library and resource table. Emily Alvarenga/The Signal

Veteran Services Collaborative to host Backpack Walk

The Santa Clarita Veteran Services Collaborative is holding a Memorial Day weekend Backpack Walk to honor local veterans on Saturday, May 25, in Newhall. “It’s going to be a fun…

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Read more about the article Mario Giron — U.S. Marine Corps — Afghanistan — Newhall Resident
U.S. Marine veteran Mario Giron. Dan Watson/The Signal

Mario Giron — U.S. Marine Corps — Afghanistan — Newhall Resident

It’s weird to hear him call himself a “mama’s boy.” Sgt. Mario Giron is a quiet, conservative guy who commanded dozens of grown men in Afghanistan, and has known the…

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Read more about the article Sam Silver — U.S. Army — Cold War-era — Valencia Resident
Silver served as an intelligence specialist in the army before becoming a real estate agent in Santa Clarita, February 21, 2019. Caleb Lunetta / The Signal

Sam Silver — U.S. Army — Cold War-era — Valencia Resident

When you see Sam Silver driving around town in his car, you might think he wears everything about himself on the surface. For instance, the exterior of his car is…

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Read more about the article Jerry Child — United States Air Force — Vietnam War — Valencia Resident
Veteran Jerry Child. Dan Watson/The Signal

Jerry Child — United States Air Force — Vietnam War — Valencia Resident

Lt. Col. Jerry Child is a leader. From the moment you meet him the man’s aura radiates confidence like someone who captivates an audience from a stage. “A calm, rational…

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Read more about the article Michael Dalby — U.S. Navy — Vietnam Veteran — Valencia Resident
"How happy we should be! The pain of parting is nothing to the joy of meeting again." January 16, 2019. Cory Rubin / The Signal.

Michael Dalby — U.S. Navy — Vietnam Veteran — Valencia Resident

“The pain of parting is nothing.” Second Class Petty Officer Michael “Mike” Dalby would likely agree with Charles Dickens on this one. Dalby has always loved being in the water.…

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Read more about the article Military, veterans to be recognized at tree and menorah lighting ceremony on Dec. 1
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Military, veterans to be recognized at tree and menorah lighting ceremony on Dec. 1

With the winter season on its way, active service members in the military and veterans will be recognized at the 13th annual Military Honor Christmas Tree Lighting and Menorah Lighting ceremony at Veterans Historical Plaza on Dec. 1.

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Read more about the article Blues Society performs for veterans and residents
Styxx Marshall and the Grandstand Allstars perform before a growing crowd at the American Legion Post. Ryan Mancini/ The Signal

Blues Society performs for veterans and residents

With a live band and staying cool, the Santa Clarita Valley Blues Society held its monthly blues jam at American Legion Post 507 Sunday evening.

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