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What's good in education, Dec. 9, 2009
Hart Regiment Earns Eighth Championship Hart High School's Marching Regiment captured its eighth consecutive championship in Division 4A sponsored by the Southern California School Band & Orchestra Association. The Regiment's color guard also won sweepstakes in its class, and the Regiment earned the highest scores of any band in the championships, in all size divisions. Two other Hart District schools also earned medals in the championships. West Ranch placed second in Division 5A, and the ...
REP hosts 'Carnivale di Venezia' party New Year's Eve
The Repertory East Playhouse in Newhall will host its 'Carnivale di Venezia' New Year's Eve party on Dec. 31 from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.
COC students to present sustainable design projects
As the culmination to a semester-long assignment, this month a group of College of the Canyons architecture and interior design students will present sustainable design projects based on the hypothetical need for a new regional transit center in Santa Clarita.
City, county officials offer $25K reward for info on suspects in deputy assault
City and county officials are offering $35,000 in reward money to anyone who helps capture the men who allegedly attacked a local deputy last month, officials said.
Safe harbor deal for Ventura River watershed open to public review
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has released a draft safe harbor agreement aimed at assisting the Ojai Valley Land Conservancy in enhancing habitat for the California red-legged frog (Rana aurora draytonii), least Bell's vireo (Vireo bellii pusillus), and southwestern willow flycatcher (Empidonax traillii extimus) in the Ventura River watershed, near Ojai, Calif.
More than $13 million in bonds available to boost local economy
The city of Santa Clarita is proud to announce the Recovery Zone Facility Bond (RZFB) program. RZFBs are tax-exempt private activity bonds authorized by the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act (ARRA) to stimulate the local economy.
Kounterfeit Change toplines reggae-rock bash at The Vu
Local favorite Kounterfeit Change is the headlining band on a night of reggae and rock at The Vu Bar & Lounge on Friday, Dec. 18.
Eternal Valley hosts service tonight
Eternal Valley Memorial Park and Mortuary will host its annual non-denominational Service of Remembrance at 6:30 p.m. tonight in the Chapel of the Hills at 23287 North Sierra Highway in Newhall.
COC nursing students receive pins in ceremony
College of the Canyons hosts a graduation and pinning ceremony for more than 60 nursing students at 11 a.m. today who have finished their training.
Classes available for new COC program
Students interested in the College of the Canyons' recently introduced General and Emerging Technologies Laboratory Technician (GETLABTECH) program can begin working toward their educational goals with a pair of open Interdisciplinary Studies (INTERD) courses being offered this winter.
Newhall School District honored
California Business for Education Excellence (CBEE) has named McGrath, Wiley Canyon, Pico Canyon, Stevenson Ranch, Valencia Valley and Oak Hills elementary schools 2009 Honor Roll Schools.
McKeon, Cantor intro resolution allowing Medal of Honor recipients to fly flag
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Howard P. "Buck" McKeon (R-CA) and Republican Whip Eric Cantor (R-VA) have introduced a resolution, H. Res. 952, allowing Congressional Medal of Honor recipients to properly display the United States flag on their property at all times.
COC students create sustainable project
As the culmination to a semester-long assignment, this month a group of College of the Canyons architecture and interior design students will present sustainable design projects for a new regional transit center.
The Signal.com's Daybreak: Dec. 9, 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:
'Tis the season for cookies
From bittersweet and semisweet to white and dark, chocolate is by far one of the most popular baking ingredients, and for good reason. These festive recipes from America's Dairy Farmers use several different types of chocolate. Look for a good-quality chocolate with a higher percentage of cocoa – it will deliver the best flavor and melt better.
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SCV: Auditions held next month for this year's 'Shakespeare in the Park'
The Santa Clarita Shakespeare Festival is holding auditions for their summer production of Shakespeare's Henry IV part 1, directed by Stephen Whelan.
Pentagon highlighting bomber missions in Korea
WASHINGTON (AP) - The United States is flying nuclear-capable B-52 bombers on training missions over South Korea to highlight Washington's commitment to defend an ally amid rising tensions with North Korea, Pentagon officials said Monday.
Tony Awards to head back to Radio City Music Hall
NEW YORK (AP) - The Tony Awards are going back to the place where the Rockettes high-kick it.
Ex-Oklahoma QB was one of crash victims
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) - A former University of Oklahoma starting quarterback was one of two people killed when a small aircraft smashed into a house in northern Indiana, officials said Monday.
Japanese architect Toyo Ito wins Pritzker Prize
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Japanese architect Toyo Ito, whose buildings have been praised for their fluid beauty and balance between the physical and virtual world, has won the 2013 Pritzker Architecture Prize, the prize's jury announced Sunday.
Australia to restore military ties with Myanmar
CANBERRA, Australia (AP) - Australia plans to restore limited military cooperation with Myanmar and increase business ties with the Southeast Asian nation.
Weapons, explosives found in Fla. dorm
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) - Authorities investigating the apparent suicide of a college student discovered weapons and explosive devices in a dorm on the University of Central Florida campus in Orlando early Monday, and hundreds of students were evacuated, though the school said there was no immediate threat.
Rockefeller impostor on trial for murder
LOS ANGELES (AP) - After 27 years, the murder trial of a man who posed as a member of the fabled Rockefeller family is getting under way with opening statements to the jury.
Pac-12 fines Arizona's Miller $25,000
The Pac-12 Conference has fined Arizona coach Sean Miller $25,000 for his actions following the 18th-ranked Wildcats' loss to UCLA in the semifinals of the conference tournament.
Kathryn Lopez: Much hope in Pope
Rome - "May God forgive you." That's Cardinal Timothy Dolan's translation of a joke that Pope Francis told the College of Cardinals a day after being elected the 267th pontiff.
Steve Lunetta: Dogs have owners, cats have staff?
I've never liked cats. I find them to be obnoxious, arrogant, and down-right evil. If you've had a bad day at work, a cat's first response is "good, you are here. Feed me. Now."
Steven and Cokie Roberts: Dolley Madison was a model of savvy
When Dolley Payne Madison became first lady in 1809, she instituted Wednesday evening gatherings at the White House where political rivals could meet and talk.
