Archive By Author - Signal Staff
Saugus teacher overcomes cancer, returns to teach drama
Arriving at Saugus High School at five in the morning, Theater Arts teacher Leslie Carson spends much of her day preparing her drama students for their stretch of night and day performances.
Your Community: Dates to watch & upcoming events
Dates to Watch Saturday City of Santa Clarita Eggstravaganza. Citywide egg hunts. 10 a.m. Saturday, April 11. Egg hunts will take place at Canyon Country Park, Central Park, and Valencia Glen Park. Hunters will be grouped by age. The event is free and begins promptly at 10 a.m. Info: (661) 286-4018, www.santa-clarita.com/arts. April 18 Circle of Hope will host the fifth annual Walk for Hope 5K Saturday, April 18. Event includes the People's Choice ...
Students bring home TV awards
Students from West Ranch High School had a chance to experience their own version of March Madness last month.
The Signal.com's Daybreak: April 8, 2009
Hello, Santa Clarita Valley! Welcome to The-Signal.com's Daybreak, your point of entry for the day, and a quick journey through the past, present and future. Let the adventure begin:
Gary Horton: Serve well, for tomorrow we shall die
If you've never been to Saratoga Springs, N.Y., you're missing something grand. Saratoga is a resplendent American town.
Kenneth Keller: Making your balance sheet stronger
Those who have passed Accounting 101 understand that business owners should focus on building the net worth of their business by adding to their asset base while reducing liabilities. The difference is owner's equity, the value of the business.
Benz area speed humps
Your "Speed Humps Get Mixed Reviews" article (April 6) points out that right turns are not allowed from Copper Hill onto Benz Road or Buckhorn Lane from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays.
Gym story impressive
I'm a 28-year resident of the SCV. I enjoy The Signal and was impressed the story on the front page of April 4's edition, "Gym owner, city meet to resolve issues." There should be an "attaboy" given to writer Josh Premako.
Open letter to Smyth
Many years ago, I remember holding a "Smyth" sign with my mother on the corner of Valencia Boulevard and San Fernando Road in support of your campaign. While I was still in my youth and not nearly as politically aware as I am now, I am beginning to feel embarrassed by my apparent mistake.
Free Pit Bull spaying, neutering
The AngelDogs Foundation is dedicating Saturday, April 11 to the American Pit Bull Terrier and offering free spaying and neutering for Pit Bulls and Pit mixes from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Villalobos Rescue Center, 36220 Anthony Rd., Agua Dulce 91390-4542.
Reservations, sponsorships available for Zonta golf tournament
Golf reservations and sponsorship opportunities are currently available for the fourth annual Zonta Golf Tournament scheduled for Monday, May 18, at Robinson Ranch Golf Course. The tournament can accommodate up to 160 golfers.
William S. Hart Park event calendar
April 12 -- Hart Park Eggstravaganza Ranch House Lawn Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, noon - 2:00 p.m. May 2 -- Hart Family Swap Meet Hart Hall & Picnic Grounds Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. June 6 -- Hart "Art 'n the Park Festival" Hart Hall & Picnic Grounds Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. July 3 - 5 -- "My American Flag" Art Show & Contest Juried Art, all media, Hart Hall Friday - Sunday, ...
'81 Series' returns to Repertory East Playhouse
The Repertory East Playhouse will open the highly anticipated "81 Series" on Friday, April 24, at 8:00 p.m. with the light-hearted comedy, "EVE-OLUTION," sponsored by Geotechnologies.
Newhall Community Center boxer wins Golden Glove championship
The city's Newhall Community Center has officially trained another award-winning boxer. Mayte Razo, 20, took home the 2009 Southern California District Golden Gloves title in the girls' 125-pound novice weight division. Razo has trained at the Community Center for the past two years, throughout which she competed in six amateur bouts. With the help of Coach Victor Rocha and the Community Center, Razo overcame a number of hardships, including losing 50 pounds, to compete and take ...
Newhall Community Center hosts ‘Neighborhood Clean-Up Project’
The city of Santa Clarita's Community Center will host a "Neighborhood Clean-Up Project" on Saturday, April 11 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Articles By Author - Signal Staff
Cyprus seeks to shield small depositors from raid
NICOSIA, Cyprus (AP) - The Cypriot government sought Tuesday to shield small savers from a plan that is intended to raise €5.8 billion ($7.5 billion) toward a financial bailout by seizing money from bank accounts.
7 Marines killed in training accident
WASHINGTON (AP) - Seven Marines from a North Carolina unit were killed and several injured in a training accident at the Hawthorne Army Depot in western Nevada, the Marine Corps said Tuesday.
Ex-N. Calif. politician pleads guilty to felonies
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - A longtime Northern California politician pleaded guilty Monday to a dozen charges that he used campaign donations and taxpayer funds to fuel what he described as a gambling addiction.
Wash. picks Mass. firm for pot consultant contract
SEATTLE (AP) - Washington state has tentatively chosen a Massachusetts-based firm led by a University of California, Los Angeles, professor to be its official marijuana consultant.
Signal Sales beat for March 19, 2013
KEN Last weekend West Ranch High School participated in the 10th annual Student Television Network Convention (STN), a broadcast and filmmaking competition, held at the Westin Bonaventure in downtown LA. Although met with harsh time constraints and the competition of over 150 other schools from across the nation, the West Ranch Television crew placed extremely well, taking home 5 awards. Congratulations to Christopher Konecnik, Sydney Malcolm, and Edan Morag for Second Place Commentary; Karina Corona ...
Student attends inauguration
As an American, no matter Republican or Democrat, a trip to the Presidential Inauguration is the thrill of a lifetime.
Anaheim Ducks sign Corey Perry to 8-year extension
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) - Corey Perry is following Ryan Getzlaf's lead yet again, sticking the Anaheim Ducks for the long term.
Kevin Buck: Jesus would be a liberal Democrat
Recently my wife unearthed some old Signal newspapers, one of which contained a letter to the editor I had written. The Signal printed that letter on May 17, 1996.
Tom Campbell: Drink it like it’s water? Only if it IS water
Maybe you remember when you were a kid and you poured a giant glass of orange juice, and your mother said something like this: "Take it easy! Orange juice is expensive, and you're drinking it like it's water!"
Taxes and the Left
Compulsion against peaceful citizens is immoral. Likewise, extracting taxes for activities that benefit some citizens, but not others, is also immoral.
Time to halt smoking on restaurant patios
White House tours
The tours of the White House have been canceled by the President. How dare he do such a thing?
Today in the SCV: Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Rock Club meeting
Calif. politician pleads guilty to misusing funds
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - A longtime Northern California politician pleaded guilty Monday to a dozen charges that he used campaign donations and taxpayer funds to fuel what he described as a gambling addiction.
