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Western States Police & Fire Games boxing
A Santa Clarita sound studio hosted the Western States Police & Fire Games' boxing competition Tuesday.
McKeon fires on war funding bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. House of Representatives today took up the conference report for the war supplemental (H.R. 2346).
Kenneth W. Keller: How to carry your business through a slump
Every business owner hits a slump from time to time. You might be in one now - or you might be just emerging from one - or starting to feel one coming on. The key to dealing with it is to do so in a manner that will benefit you when you come out of it.
Millionth page of historic newspapers posted on Web
The Library of Congress and the National Endowment for the Humanities today marked a major milestone in their partnership to digitize historic U.S. newspapers and make them widely available to the public on the Internet.
Senior Center offers free lectures, clinics in July
On Wednesday, July 8, Dr. Sabita Malla, Internist/Geriatrician from Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital presents "Medication: Promoting Safe Administration & Optimal Efficacy" from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in Activity Rooms 1 & 2 of the SCV Senior Center, 22900 Market St., Newhall 91321.
City hosts free ‘Popcorn and a Movie’ nights
The city of Santa Clarita invites residents to attend "Popcorn and a Movie" on Friday, June 26 and Thursday, July 23.
COC's Lab Tech program embraces new technologies
This fall, students interested in pursuing careers in the sciences while learning more about the emerging field of nanotechnology will be able to do so through the college's recently introduced General and Emerging Technologies (GET) Lab Technician program.
McKeon confirmed as ranking member of House Armed Services
WASHINGTON D.C. - Earlier today, Rep. Howard P. "Buck" McKeon (R-Calif.) was ratified by his peers within the House Republican Conference to serve as the Ranking Member of the U.S. House Armed Services Committee during the 111th Congress.
Local kid named runner up in culinary competition
Christopher Knight, 10, of Stevenson Ranch was named Fan Favorite in the Junior Chefs of America Webisode cooking contest. Knight was also the runner up for his sesame-seed beef on bamboo skewers.
Diana Shaw: The tortured logic of John Yoo
On March 14, 2003, John Yoo of the Justice Department's Office of Legal Counsel wrote a memo addressing military interrogation of alien unlawful combatants held outside the United States.
Showcasing creativity
Local young artists show off their creations at Fast Frame in Valencia. The students take lessons with Janet Recchia of Janet Recchia Studios in Valencia. The artwork will be available for viewing at Fast Frame until the end of the month.
Proposition 8
Now that the California Supreme Court has upheld Proposition 8, those who oppose the marriage initiative still use the argument that only a bare majority of voters passed it. They suggest that supporters were mainly homophobic bigots.
Plambeck does not belong on MRF committee
I must forcefully disagree with Cam Noltemeyer's piece from June 10, 2009 ('Plambeck belongs on the MRF committee,' The Signal).
Building bridges
During the past few weeks, the fourth graders of North Park Elementary built Popsicle-stick bridges and then tested how much weight they could hold.
The Signal.com's Daybreak: June 16, 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:
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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.
