Archive By Author - Signal Staff
Steve Lunetta: The stench coming from ACORN
We've all had the experience. We go to the refrigerator looking for something cool to drink and when we open the door, our nostrils are assaulted by a hideous odor.
Zaring a winner
Three months ago, I had the opportunity of meeting John Zaring. He is the candidate running for the Castaic School Board. Zaring is the Dance Dad and speaks glowingly about his daughters like most men would beam about their sons.
We call that freedom
In his letter to the editor ("Kerchner simply uneducated," The Signal, Oct. 7), Dan Nordenstrom makes an excellent case for hiring a contractor.
Solomon receives Antonovich's endorsement
Suzan Solomon, one of five candidates running for three open seats on the William S. Hart Union High School District, has received the endorsement of County Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich.
Two arrested for graffiti
Deputies arrested two men suspected of committing graffiti in Canyon Country Saturday, authorities said.
’Cats mercy-rule Cards
Playing without starters Collin Keoshian and Ryan Espinosa proved costly for the Santa Clarita Christian football team, which lost to Windward 48-0 at Canyon High School on Saturday night after the mercy rule came into effect in the third quarter.
SCV Voices: Battling the recession to remain the resource of higher education
By all appearances, this is a normal semester at College of the Canyons. Walk across either the Valencia or the Canyon Country campus and you'll be caught up in the hustle and bustle of students hurrying to classes.
Myers' Musings: TimBen Boydston will win a seat . . . in 2012
A short review: Several months ago, when the incumbent City Council members effectively decided to run on a slate-type parliamentary ticket, they built the impregnable fortress of incumbency approximately 12 feet higher.
COC Board needs Moberg, Berger
College of the Canyons is one of the finest resources in our community. In order to accomplish its mission, it must have the very best board members our community can provide. The college board should not only be used as a simple "stepping stone" for higher elective office or as a "long-term ego trip."
Zaring is in it to help the kids
Dear Castaic voters: I'm writing to you in support of John Zaring, candidate for the Castaic Union School District board. I've known John since our kids were in pre-school together and know just how seriously John takes his kids' education. How seriously? Well, for the first time in his life the guy's running for public office, an additional responsibility that brings along with it hard work, long hours, political wrangling and tough decisions. Is he ...
Your Community: Upcoming Events
Breast Cancer awareness month Pink ribbon lapel pins on sale at locations throughout Santa Clarita Valley benefit Sheila R. Veloz Breast Imaging Center, from Oct. 1 - 31. $5. Info: (661) 200-1200. Power of Pink jewelry sale Special Brighton Power of Pink bracelet and badge clip on sale at Cobblestone Cottage through Oct. 31 - purchases benefit The Sheila R. Veloz Breast Imaging Center; Cobblestone Cottage, 24335 Magic Mountain Parkway, Valencia. Info: (661) 253-0209. The ...
SCV Voices: Weight loss reality show deceives an obese nation
As America's obesity rates soar to an all-time high, it's no wonder that television's weight-loss reality shows completely captivate their audiences.
The Signal.com's Daybreak: Oct. 11, 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: Today is Sunday, Oct. 11, the 284th day of 2009. There are 81 days left in the year.
Your Community: Dates to Watch
Oct. 11 More than a thousand walkers will walk to fight diabetes with honorary chair and news anchor Rick Chambers, 8 a.m. - noon, Sunday, Oct. 11, Bridgeport Park, Newhall Ranch Road and Grandview, Valencia. Live entertainment, product sampling, and activities. Walkers raise money to fight diabetes. Info: (661) 295-0081 or lblumenthal@diabetes.org. Bow-Wows & Meows Ninth Annual pet fair featuring pet-related products and samples, "Fun Dog Show," Dogs Can Dance demos, a ...
On the Road with The Signal
Planning a trip out of town? Take The Signal with you! Send us a photo of you and your family or friends holding up a copy of The Signal, with your exotic locale in the background. E-mail your digital image to photo@the-signal.com and be sure to put ON THE ROAD in the subject field of your e-mail. The image should be a high-resolution JPEG or TIF file for the newspaper. We will optimize your photo ...
Articles By Author - Signal Staff
Go get ‘em, deputies
Get the cars that have expired tags 30-180 days late. Get the drivers driving with headlights off when it is getting dark. Get those driving while talking on cell phones.
Today in the SCV: Saturday, Feb. 16, 2013
Valentine's heart-y walk
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.
