Archive By Author - Signal Staff
I’m a prisoner on Independence Day
Stress caused by Santa Clarita's annual Independence Day parade inspired me to speak out in hopes other local residents will at the very least become more aware of a small group of downtown Newhall residents who become practically imprisoned each year on July 4.
God does care
Does God care if His name is written on our city logo? I say, "Yes, God cares." Does it honor him to put His name on the city logo? I say, "It does." Does it remind us when we see it who gives us our very life and breath? I say, "Yes." Seeing the words "In God We Trust" not only honors God, but reminds people who is in charge of heaven and earth and ...
L.A. city fire brings smoky skies
The skies over Santa Clarita were smoky Wednesday afternoon, but sooty skies didn't necessarily mean a fire was brewing too nearby.
COC Theatre sets auditions for ‘09-‘10 productions
College of the Canyons Theatre Department is holding auditions for five of next season's biggest productions, which include Broadway, Shakespeare and a variety of other genres.
Hart District joins the Twitterverse
The Wm. S. Hart Union High School District is updating its communications system through a Twitter account and an electronic message system which allows parents and community members to choose the kind of information they want to receive from the district through e-mail messages.
State Senate committee kills Runner Gitmo measure
The Senate Public Safety Committee today killed a measure authored by Sen. George Runner (R-Antelope Valley) that urges the President of the United States and Congress to ensure that no prisoner detained at Guantanamo, Cuba is permitted to enter California.
Kodama to head Orangeline high-speed rail project
PARAMOUNT, Calif. -- Michael Kodama has been named the new Executive Director of the Orangeline Development Authority, according to Orangeline Chairman Bruce Barrows and Vice Chair and Santa Clarita City Councilmember Marsha McLean.
Placerita, Golden Oak pool resources for computer lab
Two schools within the William S. Hart Union High School District will soon reap the benefits of combining their resources to make the most of available funding and make the best use of taxpayer dollars.
‘Safe Route to School’ project at Canyon Springs almost done
Construction for the city of Santa Clarita's "Safe Route to School" program is nearing completion at Canyon Springs Elementary School in Canyon Country.
City’s Concerts in the Park series kicks off Saturday
The first performance of the city of Santa Clarita's 2009 "Concerts in the Park" series kicks off this Saturday, July 11 at 7 p.m. with a performance by classic rock and dance band Skinny Little Twits.
National 'Curb Day' set for Oct. 24
Rochester, NY -- Here's an event that will relieve household clutter, lessen waste disposal costs, reduce stress on landfills, and best of all - provide free stuff for people in need.
Local teen attends Civil Air Patrol course
Local Saugus teen Cadet 2nd Lt. Sean L. Quigley will join the rank of 118 youth as they gain a comprehensive perspective on leadership, teamwork and problem-solving at Civil Air Patrol's Cadet Officer School, one of the top professional development opportunities available to youth.
Santa Clarita Artists Association slates summer schedule
American Flag Art Show The American Flag Art Show has been rescheduled to be included in the "Art in the Park" affair August 15, 2009 due to a lack of flags. "Electric Women & Eccentric Men" Art Show The County of Los Angeles, Department of Parks and Recreation, is presenting "Electric Women & Eccentric Men" at Tesoro Adobe Historic Park, in Valencia. This show is open to all artists, all medias, no size limitations. Experimental, ...
Famed organist Bob Mitchell: Tribute from a friend
I had a birthday on July 4. As I get older I find that birthdays are less a cause for joy and more a reminder of our own mortality. I certainly didn't need any additional reflection this year with the passing of Michael Jackson, Farah Fawcett, Ed McMahon, Karl Malden, Steve McNair, Billy Mays and my wife's aunt over the preceding days.
City launches "green" Web site to keep community informed
The city of Santa Clarita launched its Green Santa Clarita Web site today, giving visitors a local website to visit for all things "green" in the city.
Articles By Author - Signal Staff
Molester found slain in Corcoran prison cell
CORCORAN, Calif. (AP) - Investigators at California State Prison-Corcoran are investigating as a homicide the death of an inmate who was a convicted child molester.
LA sanitation ends plans for dump near Joshua Tree
LOS ANGELES (AP) - A regional garbage collection agency has tossed out plans to build a mega-landfill for Los Angeles' trash less than two miles from Joshua Tree National Park in the remote Southern California desert.
No bail for parents in faith-healing death
PHILADELPHIA (AP) - A Philadelphia man charged with murder after losing two sons to untreated pneumonia told police he believes in "divine healing," not medicine, to "break the devil's power."
Stocks barely budge; market ends week with loss
NEW YORK (AP) - Major stock indexes closed out their first weekly loss in a month in quiet trading Friday.
NBC to air Blake Shelton's benefit for Oklahomans
NBC and sister networks will air Blake Shelton's concert to help his fellow Oklahomans affected by this week's storms in their home state.
Walmart to sell frozen Fatburger patties
NEW YORK (AP) - Fatburger, a chain with a devoted following on the West Coast, said Friday it will sell its branded frozen beef patties in Walmart stores nationwide.
Mom, boyfriend held after Palmdale boy, 8, beaten
PALMDALE, Calif. (AP) - A Palmdale couple has been arrested after the woman's 8-year-old son was beaten, burned and left in critical condition.
Rare Superman comic found in house insulation
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - It's considered the Holy Grail of comic books: Action Comics No. 1 from 1938, featuring the debut of Superman. David Gonzales found one mixed in with old newspapers insulating the ceiling of a house he was renovating in a small town in Minnesota.
Arias foreman: Sentencing decision unfair to jury
PHOENIX (AP) - The jury foreman in Jodi Arias' trial says the panel just couldn't decide whether the killing of her boyfriend was enough to merit a death a sentence.
Arrests: Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station, May 24, 2013
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Canyon Country West crime report: Arson reported on Golden Triangle Road
Canyon Country West, Zone 7, Public Safety and Crime Prevention Information. Snapshot for 05-13-2013 to 05-19-2013
Saugus crime report: Attempted theft from a vending machine
Saugus, Zone 4 Update, Public Safety & Crime Prevention Information Snapshot: 05/13/2013 - 05/19/2013
Canyon Country East crime report: Attempted scissor-stabbing reported
Canyon Country East, Zone 8, Public Safety and Crime Prevention Information. Snap Shot 05/13/2013 – 05/19/2013.
Newhall crime report: Thief smashes glass, grabs cash
Newhall, Zone 6, Public Safety and Crime Prevention Information Snapshot for 05/13/13 through 05/19/13.
Bob Khalsa: Rising Home Sales Boost Economy
With the return of traditional homebuyers in ever-greater numbers, the powerful impact of an improved housing market on the local, state, and national economies is, quite frankly, palpable.
