Archive By Author - Signal Staff
CORRECTION: Hart plays Canyon tonight in Game of the Week
Hart football will play at Canyon tonight at 7 p.m. at Harry Welch Stadium. A banner in today's edition of The Signal incorrectly states that Hart and Valencia are playing. We apologize for the error. Click here for our preview of the Hart-Canyon game. The Hart-Canyon matchup is also the Foothill Football Game of the Week presented by SCVTV/The Signal. See the game air starting 11 p.m. Friday on the Web, and on Time Warner Cable (Channel 20) ...
MOMS Club holds bake sale for kids' education fund Oct. 27
The MOMS Club of Canyon Country, south will hold a bake sale at Lombardi Ranch on Tuesday, Oct. 27.
CTG's 'Phantom' filling up; Halloween performances added
The Canyon Theater Guild's current production of the musical Kopit & Yeston's "Phantom" is a huge hit with audiences and performances are selling out quickly.
Capelli Salon to raise awareness, funds for pancreatic cancer research at Art Walk
Capelli Salon of Newhall will raise awareness for Pancreatic Cancer during the Third Thursdays Art Walk event in the newly redeveloped Old Town Newhall on Thursday, Nov. 19 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
UPDATED: Mountasia hosts Summer Meltdown fundraiser 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.
The Yes I Can students at William S. Hart District high schools throws a fundraiser today, Friday, Oct. 23, at Mountasia Family Fun Center to benefit their annual Summer Meltdown music festival concert for autism awareness, set for May 2010 at Golden Valley High School.
UPDATED: Environmental group dupes media about U.S. Chamber of Commerce
WASHINGTON - Several news agencies - including Reuters, CNBC and the New York Times - were duped by a group known as The Yes Men Tuesday, as the group staged a fake U.S. Chamber of Commerce press conference backing the new "cap-and-trade" climate legislation.
Power outage hits Newhall
A power outage in Newhall that left more than 2,400 customers in the dark for two hours last Saturday night was caused by an underground equipment failure, Southern California Edison administrators said.
Heritage Haunt Pumpkin Festival Saturday
The Heritage Haunt Pumpkin Festival will be held at Hart Park and at Heritage Junction 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. The event is free.
Sheriff’s Halloween Carnival Sunday
The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station's annual Haunted Jailhouse and Halloween Carnival will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday in the station's parking lot at 23740 Magic Mountain Parkway. A $1 donation is requested for entry into the event, which will feature game booths, food, clowns and a bounce house. Kids under six will also get to take a jailhouse tour.
CHP: Bike hits car
A bicyclist suffered slight injuries Thursday morning after he rode his bike into a car in Castaic, causing minor damage to the vehicle, officials said.
Local 'Make a Difference Day' organizers predict largest turnout yet Saturday
Community-minded locals will team up with the Volunteer Center of Santa Clarita Valley as it hosts its annual Make a Difference Day on Saturday.
Two Women on Wine: La dolce vita -- alternate Italian
Italy! On our trip to Rome and Tuscany last summer, we were reminded how much we love Italian wines. After spending a few days in Rome visiting the usual sights, we looked forward to our train ride to Tuscany and our journey through the hill towns and wine regions.
Heritage Haunt Pumpkin Festival Saturday
The Heritage Haunt Pumpkin Festival takes place inside Hart Park and at Heritage Junction this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Hart Park events: Pumpkin Carving Contest - divided into two age groups, 10 and under and 11 and up. Awards will be given out to winner. Two hundred free pumpkins will be provided by Albertson's. Lighting ceremony that same evening at 7:30 p.m. in front of Hart Hall. Hart Hall shows: Natural History ...
Video Game Review: 'Brutal Legend'
No style of music has taken more of a beating over the years than heavy metal. Critics don't respect it, kids are more likely to spend their allowances on hip-hop, and parents stopped worrying long ago about whether Black Sabbath was going to turn their teens into devil worshippers.
Stonefeather at Vu
On Friday, Oct. 30, Stonefeather will headline the first ever Halloween Show presented by FTM Entertainment at the Vu Ultra Bar in Newhall, Calif. The lineup will include other local bands Maxwell Smart, Odaal, A Sounding Sea, The Victor Ship, and Fentruck. Fans are encouraged to wear their best costume and come ready to start Halloween early.
Articles By Author - Signal Staff
Authorities: Report of gunman at MIT was a hoax
BOSTON (AP) - Authorities in Massachusetts say a report of a gunman on the Massachusetts Institute of Technology campus was a hoax and that there is no threat to public safety.
US stocks keep sliding on weak data, Fed qualms
U.S. stocks continued a two-day slide Thursday on weak economic data and concern about the Federal Reserve's resolve to keep juicing the economy.
Gas prices surging forward
LOS ANGELES (AP) - It's still February, but California gas prices are springing forward.
Canada ambassador says he feels slighted by "Argo"
TORONTO (AP) - Canada's former ambassador to Iran, who protected Americans at great personal risk during the Iran hostage crisis of 1979, said Friday if "Argo" wins the Oscar for best picture there would be something wrong with director Ben Affleck if he didn't mention Canada.
6 tanks at Hanford nuclear site in Wash. leaking
YAKIMA, Wash. (AP) - Six underground tanks that hold a brew of radioactive and toxic waste at the nation's most contaminated nuclear site are leaking, federal and state officials said Friday, prompting calls for an investigation from a key senator.
Judge rejects case challenging Seattle arena deal
SEATTLE (AP) - A Washington state judge rejected a lawsuit Friday aimed at undoing a deal to build a new professional basketball and hockey arena in Seattle - a key part of plans to bring the NBA back to town.
Rock, Walk & Wag yourself to Central Park
AngelDogs Foundation (www.angeldogsfoundation.org) will host, "Rock, Walk & Wag;" (www.rockwalkwag.org) a community event to raise public awareness and funds for spay/neuter. The event will take place at Central Park in Saugus, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 27.
Today in the SCV: Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013
Today in the SCV
Tim Myers: No money, no county
I love history. I plan to purchase the Blu-Ray of the recent film "Lincoln" and rewatch certain key scenes 100 times in a row, unapologetically.
Bob Kellar: Live from City Hall
In Santa Clarita, the arts influence our community's quality of life. Without even realizing it, the arts act as an economic driver - creating and supporting jobs, generating revenue and serving as a cornerstone of the tourism industry.
Steven and Cokie Roberts: Voting reform
"Obama's proposed voting commission under partisan fire from both sides."
Purim celebrated with carnivals
The Jewish holiday of Purim begins this Saturday at sundown. Many Jewish synagogues are celebrating the festive holiday this weekend, which commemorates the story of Esther and the deliverance of the Jews from Haman.
Three dogs looking for friendly and loving homes
Looking for a wonderful canine companion? Adopt a dog from AngelDogs Foundation Deaf Dog Ranch in Acton. All of our dogs are fixed, up to date on shots, and trained using hand signals. Deaf dogs are highly intelligent and really bond with their owners. They make fantastic pets. Here are just a few of the dogs available at our ranch:
Celebrate winter white all year
It's cold out there. In much of the country, now's the time when home serves as a cozy refuge from the ice and snow. We light our fireplaces and wish for springtime.
