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Faith calendar
A tribute to teachers Who: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints What: "A Beacon to the Future - A Tribute to Teachers." Public is invited to attend for free. Eighteen teachers were chosen by students to be recognized for their influence in the student's life. State Assemblyman Cameron Smyth will be the keynote speaker and music will be presented by the Saugus High School Choir. When: Saturday, March 21, at 7 p.m. Where: ...
Reader Meter results, March 6-13, 2009
Here are the results of The-Signal.com's latest Reader Meter poll. The-Signal.com visitors cast a total of 1,369 votes from mid-afternoon Friday, March 6 to late evening Friday, March 13, 2009.
AT&T Champions Classic: Sindelar shoots 64, takes first round lead
Joey Sindelar shot an 8-under-par 64 to take the opening round lead in the AT&T Champions Classic at sun splashed Valencia Country Club. One shot back is Tom Purtzer, winner of the 2003 and 2007 AT&T Champions Classic here.
Hart district sends potential layoff notices to 95 certificated employees
The Wm. S. Hart Union High School District mailed notices of potential layoffs to 95 certificated employees this week, fulfilling a legal obligation to notify employees whose jobs could be affected by a possible "reduction in force" due to the current State budget crisis.
'Click It or Ticket' campaign targeting seatbelt offenders
The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station will be out in force, saving lives by enforcing California's seatbelt laws. The increased effort is part of the on-going "Click it or Ticket" campaign.
Santa Clarita's Youth Sports Program hosts basketball playoffs
Santa Clarita's Youth Sports Program will host basketball playoffs at Hart High School on Saturday, May 14 from 2 p.m to 7 p.m.
Review: 'The Last House on the Left'
I have seen four films inspired by the same 13th-century folk ballad: Ingmar Bergman's "The Virgin Spring" (1960), Wes Craven's "The Last House on the Left" (1972), David DeFalco's "Chaos" (2005) and now Dennis Iliadis' remake of the 1972 film, also titled "The Last House on the Left."
Senior Center changes: haircuts, dance class, Trips & Tours
The SCV Senior Center will again make haircuts available on Fridays as of April 3. Mary Doman will be available from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. in Room A2 for haircuts at $10 each. Please contact her at 257-9602 for appointments. Also, beginning immediately, the center will no longer offer the Polynesian Dance Class taught by Winona Plantenburg on Monday afternoons. Finally, beginning on April 1, the hours of operation for the center's Trips and ...
Review: ‘Race to Witch Mountain’ is innocuous family entertainment with a likable cast
Before the sneak preview of "Race to Witch Mountain," they had a little quiz show and gave away T-shirts. One question: "Who plays Jack Bruno?" Half the audience roared, "The Rock!" Not one lonely vote for Dwayne Johnson.
Two Women on Wine: A Tale of Two Wine Worlds -- Old and New
Growing up on the East Coast, we remember when the world of wine revolved largely around Europe, particularly France and Italy. These Old World wines, as they are known, produced most of the world's notable wines.
'Treasure Island' runs through April 25 at the Canyon Theatre Guild
"Treasure Island," the timeless tale of adventure, mutiny and friendship, is told in this high-energy Canyon Theatre Guild production through witty lyrics, sparkling dialogue and humorous songs.
'Leading Ladies' at the Canyon Theatre Guild March 27 - April 25
How funny is Tony award winning author Ken Ludwig's latest in a trilogy of broad comedies (the first two being "Lend Me a Tenor" and "Moon Over Buffalo!")?
UPDATED: Sheriff's Captain and biker supporter swap e-mails
Editor's note: The following is an exchange of SCV Sheriff's Station news releases and e-mails between members of a motorcycle group and the station Captain Anthony La Berge.
Old Town Newhall streetscaping starts Monday
The city of Santa Clarita is moving forward with another significant investment in Old Town Newhall - the beginning of a new "streetscape" for two blocks of Main Street. Construction officially begins on Monday, March 16 and will include two blocks of street improvements from 6th Street to 8th Street. The first phase of the project is expected to be completed this summer. Streetscaping is best described as a beautification project that includes pedestrian-friendly sidewalks, ...
A response to the E-Verify editorial
I certainly agree that we must compel employers to use the E-Verify system. The employers who hire people who are not in the system should be prosecuted. We have people working in discount stores in Newhall and fast-food restaurants in Valencia and Canyon Country who do not speak one word of English. Did those employers use the system?
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Obama considers weighing in on gay marriage case
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Obama administration is quietly considering urging the Supreme Court to overturn California's ban on gay marriage, a step that would mark a political victory for advocates of same-sex unions and a deepening commitment by President Barack Obama to rights for gay couples.
BP civil settlement remains elusive as trial nears
NEW ORLEANS (AP) - The U.S. Justice Department and the five Gulf coast states affected by a massive oil spill nearly three years ago have indicated they would like to settle their environmental and economic claims with BP PLC ahead of a trial scheduled to start next week.
5 killed in Georgia plane crash
THOMSON, Ga. (AP) - Federal and local authorities were investigating Thursday after a small jet crashed off the end of a runway at a Georgia airport, killing five people and injuring two.
Officials probe death on L.A. hotel roof
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Canadian tourist Elisa Lam had been missing for about two weeks when officials at the historic Cecil Hotel in downtown Los Angeles found her body in a water cistern on the hotel roof.
UPDATE: Snowstorm dumping on Midwest
ST. LOUIS (AP) - Much of the nation's heartland awoke Thursday to heavy snow, treacherous roads and a day off from work or school as a large, potentially dangerous winter storm pushed eastward out of the Rockies.
Official: Calif. gunman was loner, 'gamer'
TUSTIN, Calif. (AP) - The first of three people killed in a gunman's rampage was identified Wednesday as a 20-year-old woman but police did not know why she was in the home of the shooter, who lived with his parents and was described by authorities as a video game-playing loner.
Bolivia leader unable to visit Chavez at hospital
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) - Bolivian President Evo Morales said Wednesday that he was unable to meet with his friend and ally Hugo Chavez when he came to the military hospital in Caracas where the Venezuelan president is undergoing unspecified cancer treatment.
‘Stuff the Truck’ fundraiser planned for West Ranch
West Ranch High School Wildcat Band, Orchestra, and Colorguard will host a Goodwill "Stuff the Truck" fundraiser on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
City seeks vendors for Earth Arbor Day
The city of Santa Clarita is accepting applications for vendors to participate in the Earth Arbor Day Festival in April.
Joe Gandelman: America’s poop deck politics
It's the ultimate stomach turner: how Carnival's 893-foot-long cruise ship Triumph, along with its 4,200 passengers, was stranded due to a fuel engine leak for five days with no food, little water and few working bathrooms.
Asteroids and global warming... the great scapegoat
CNN news anchor Deb Feyerick recently asked "The Science Guy" Bill Nye if global warming caused the latest asteroid.
KIA donates to homeless pets
California Superstores Valencia KIA donated $2,500 to to benefit Rescues on the Runway - an animal rescue organization that saves dogs and cats from Los Angeles kill shelters and finds loving homes for them.
Joint Soroptimist-Zonta meet
Soroptimist International of Santa Clarita Valley and Soroptimist International of Greater Santa Clarita Valley recently hosted a Soroptimist International and Zonta Dinner. The event is an annual gathering that has been held every January for many years. It allows the two clubs to socialize and work together on projects.
Kevin Bayona: China's rise is challenge to U.S.
The start of the 21st century has brought with it an avalanche of international problems such as war, economic recession, nuclear proliferation, and rising global competitors. Although all these issues merit individual attention and consideration, I think the unrelenting rise of China presents the largest and most significant global challenge to the United States.
Today in the SCV: Thursday, Feb. 21
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