Archive By Author - Signal Staff
New division amps up SCV company
After nearly 12 years helping local businesses succeed, AMP is taking that service to the next level with a new division: SCV Ads Multimedia.
Kevin Buck: Let’s talk post partisan partisans
Change. That is what was promised by the campaign of Barack Obama, and it is one of the main reasons he defeated Hillary Clinton and John McCain.
Roger Gitlin: How much is a trillion?
As the Senate signs off on its version of the stimulus package of almost $1 trillion ($780 billion Senate version, $820 billion House version), who could disagree that the United States of America has moved dramatically to the left?
The-Signal.com's Daybreak: Feb. 10, 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:
If you could visit any country ...
First Place If I could visit any country in the world I would go to Ireland. The reason why I would go to Ireland is because Ireland is where some of my ancestors came from. It also seems very exciting and interesting. I would go during St. Patrick's Day to see how they celebrate it. There's probably lots of four-leaf clovers and maybe even leprechauns with rainbows of gold. I would start a collection of ...
Kids, parents race to build relationships
More than 150 participants ages 5 to 9 and their parents pitted their self-built racing cars against each other on a computerized track at the Santa Clarita YMCA Pinewood Derby.
Mouths water at annual Mint Canyon Community event
Things were hot at Mint Canyon Community School Thursday night as the school celebrated its 75th anniversary at the annual Chili Cook-Off.
Diamonds for those in the rough
A Valencia jeweler is providing the silver lining to 100 dark clouds. Apo Yessayan, owner of Classic Designs Jewelry, is personally giving away up to 100 sterling silver diamond heart pendant necklaces to residents who lost a job or a home. "He was really, really nice about it," said Valencia resident John Hardin. Hardin swallowed his pride Monday when he showed up just before the jewelry store opened to be the first to take advantage ...
West Ranch students have hail for lunch
A persistent weather pattern dropped more than a half inch of rain over the last three days in the Santa Clarita Valley, causing 32 collisions and pelting West Ranch High School with hail Monday.
Santa Clarita Century cycle ride rolls Feb. 28 to benefit Child & Family Center
A week after the Amgen Tour of California cycle race rolls out of the Santa Clarita Valley at the start of the race's Stage 7, Santa Clarita Velo, in partnership with the City of Santa Clarita and the Santa Clarita Child & Family Center, will direct the first annual Santa Clarita Century Ride & Family Fun Event. Starting at 7 a.m. at the Santa Clarita Metrolink station, 22122 Commuter Way ...
Snow snarls I-5, Highway 14 traffic; dusts SCV
UPDATE 3:50 p.m. All roads are now open and clear. At 11:33 a.m., the California Highway Patrol issued a weather-related traffic alert for Interstate 5 and Highway 14. CHP reports officers are running traffic breaks on the northbound and southbound Highway 14 from Crown Valley to Santiago due to snow. CHP officers are also running traffic breaks on northbound and southbound I-5 through the Grapevine. Angeles Forest Highway is closed between Sierra Highway and Highway ...
Rain may linger through Sunday
Patches of blue sky broke through the web of gray clouds Sunday, but another storm is expected to bring more rain and chilly temperatures to the Santa Clarita Valley this week.
Steve Lunetta: A bailout for small businesses
When the federal government hands out billions of dollars to large corporations that have severely mismanaged their businesses, one begins to question the process by which these bailouts are administered.
The-Signal.com's Daybreak: Feb. 9, 2009
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The-Signal.com's Daybreak: Feb. 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:
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.
