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COC introduces new program
Students interested in jumpstarting their college careers and entering the workforce can enroll in the College of the Canyons LAUNCH program beginning July 6.
Ice cream social in Newhall
An old-fashioned ice cream social will be held 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Senior Center, 22900 Market St., Newhall.
State priorities off
I am concerned that our state's priorities are messed up. I see and read all the things that have been cut because our state is in crisis.
Health care confusion
It's ridiculous for grown men and women to say: "I want to be able to choose from hundreds of cereals at the supermarket, thousands of movies from Netflix, millions of songs on iTunes - but I want a 'single-payer, universal' government to choose for me when it comes to my health care."
Lynne Plambeck: Global warming, air pollution and children’s lungs
Our nation's efforts to stop global warming were in the news this week with the passage of historical legislation.
Water softener rules now consistent
In response to the editorial column by Senator George Runner ("Do as I say, not as I do," The Signal, June 28):
Brownies enjoy Valencia CPK adventure
The recently opened California Pizza Kitchen at Bridgeport Marketplace in Valencia welcomed Brownie Troop 6282 to a special tour of the facility.
The Signal.com's Daybreak: July 2, 2009
First Word "It seems that between the economy and the loss of our quality of life, Santa Claritans are finally fed up with the costs of all this new growth." - Cam Noltemeyer, Environmentally Speaking Today is Thursday, July 2, the 183rd day of 2009. There are 182 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On July 2, 1776, the Continental Congress passed a resolution saying that "these United Colonies are, and of ...
Road paving projects slated for Acton, Agua Dulce
LOS ANGELES COUNTY - Two and a half million dollars in American Reinvestment and Recovery Act (ARRA) funds have been approved for roadway resurfacing projects in unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County near Acton, Agua Dulce and Palmdale, according to Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich.
McKeon, local leaders, defense experts tout Defense Authorization Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. - On June 30, Rep. Howard P. "Buck" McKeon (R-Santa Clarita), the new Ranking Member of the U.S. House Armed Services Committee, joined local leaders and defense experts to praise the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (H.R. 2647), which was approved by the House last week.
Delgado Brothers heat up Town Center Friday night
The Delgado Brothers, who mix Latin, blues, rock and funk sounds with New Orleans R&B, will headline the next show in the 11th annual Lexus of Valencia Jazz & Blues Concert series on Friday from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Golf 'Showdown' to benefit SCV seniors
The SCV Senior Foundation will host the Golf Summer Showdown fundraiser at the TPC, 26550 Heritage View Lane, Valencia, on Monday, July 13.
McKeon lauds troops, urges caution as U.S. troops withdraw from Iraqi towns and cities
WASHINGTON, D.C. - While marking an important security milestone for the government of Iraq today as U.S. forces withdraw from Iraqi towns and cities, and the country's own forces assume responsibility for security, House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Howard P. "Buck" McKeon (R-CA) today praised U.S. troops for their courageous service and dedication.
City Transit offers cheap bus rides to beach
Santa Clarita Transit is now offering rides to Santa Monica via the 2009 Summer Beach Bus. The bus will travel to the beach on Wednesdays and Saturdays through Sept. 7, and on Labor Day as well. The Summer Beach Bus has two departure locations in the Santa Clarita Valley to take community members from the canyons to the sea and back again. The bus departs from Val Verde Park, 30300 Arlington Street, at 8:30 a.m. ...
Bridgeport still a deadly place for ducks
Last year, I wrote a letter to the editor about my concerns regarding the Bridgeport Marketplace water feature in relation to the Bridgeport habitat ("Think about wildlife's needs before you build," The Signal, Oct. 3, 2008).
Articles By Author - Signal Staff
New gardeners have questions
People new to gardening ask the darndest questions: about how seeds work, about growing the perfect tomato, about waging war with insects (many of them beneficial).
How to fit new tile
Q: I need to replace some cracked and chipped tile in the bathroom. Some of it was shaped to fit around the base of the toilet. Is it difficult to shape replacement tiles in the same way? - Sarah S., Fort Worth, Texas
Prep boys hoops: Good memory
Two years ago, West Ranch boys basketball was eliminated from the postseason by eventual CIF division champion Ventura.
