Gas prices surging forwardLOS ANGELES (AP) - It's still February, but California gas prices are springing forward.
February 23, 2013
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By Associated Press
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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.
February 23, 2013
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By Associated Press
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6 tanks at Hanford nuclear site in Wash. leakingYAKIMA, 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.
February 23, 2013
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By Associated Press
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Judge rejects case challenging Seattle arena dealSEATTLE (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.
February 23, 2013
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By Associated Press
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Rock, Walk & Wag yourself to Central ParkAngelDogs 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.
February 23, 2013
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By Signal Staff
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SCV Life
Today in the SCV: Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013Today in the SCV
February 23, 2013
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By Signal Staff
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Tim Myers: No money, no countyI 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.
February 23, 2013
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Group takes aim at McKeon on gun controlRep. Howard "Buck" McKeon, R-Santa Clarita, was placed firmly in the crosshairs of the nonprofit advocacy group Organizing for Action on Friday after the group rolled out an advertising campaign urging the congressman to support new gun-control measures.
February 23, 2013
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By Luke Money
Signal Staff Writer
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Santa Clarita Valley News
Bob Kellar: Live from City HallIn 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.
February 23, 2013
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Steven and Cokie Roberts: Voting reform"Obama's proposed voting commission under partisan fire from both sides."
February 23, 2013
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Purim celebrated with carnivalsThe 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.
February 23, 2013
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By Martha Garcia
For The Signal
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Faith/Religion
Three dogs looking for friendly and loving homesLooking 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:
February 23, 2013
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Castaic Shelter
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SCV Life
Celebrate winter white all yearIt'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.
February 23, 2013
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Associated Press
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Your Home
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Archive site resultsCollege men's basketball: Cougs fall in WSC finalCitrus College sophomore Stevie Thornton has made plenty of big shots in the Santa Clarita Valley over the years.
February 22, 2013
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By Dan Agnew
Signal Staff Writer
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COC/TMC
Prep boys basketball: ’Cats can’t quite closeDANA POINT - In so many cases, a team is a reflection of its leaders. In West Ranch Wildcats basketball, you have the coolest, calmest player in the Santa Clarita Valley in senior guard Kevin Harris. No wonder a Dana Hills 12-point, fourth quarter lead disappeared on Friday night. But with the ball in his hands with less than 10 seconds to play and with a chance to put the Wildcats ahead, not even Harris ...
February 22, 2013
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By Cary Osborne
Signal Sports Editor
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Prep Sports
Prep boys basketball: Their KnightA year ago, the Trinity Knights boys basketball team knew it had something special in a crop of seven incoming freshman.
February 22, 2013
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By Jon Stein
Signal Staff Writer
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Prep Sports
Some patients won't see nurses of different raceDETROIT (AP) - It's been called one of medicine's "open secrets" - allowing patients to refuse treatment by a doctor or nurse of another race.
February 22, 2013
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By Associated Press
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Colo. teen heard on 911 call saying he killed girlGOLDEN, Colo. (AP) - A Colorado teenager told a 911 dispatcher last fall that he kidnapped and killed a missing suburban Denver school girl and hid her remains in a crawl space at his mother's home, according to a recording played by a prosecutor in court Friday.
February 22, 2013
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By Associated Press
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Economists paint future a subdued roseThe economic recovery still has a way to go before total household income rises to pre-recession levels, but recovery is occurring, economic experts said during a Santa Clarita Valley conference this week.
February 22, 2013
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By Jana Adkins
Signal Business Editor
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Santa Clarita Valley News
Vt college pres.: Deceased official cared for kidsMONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - The former acting president of Southern Vermont College who apparently committed suicide after learning of embezzlement allegations against him cared deeply for the students and helped make the school a better place, college President Karen Gross said Friday.
February 22, 2013
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By Associated Press
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Agua Dulce Women’s Club to hold fish fryThe Agua Dulce Women's Club will host a fish fry on Friday, March 8, as a fundraiser for club outreach in the community.
February 22, 2013
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By Signal Staff
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Santa Clarita Valley News
Local districts eye election date changesAll of Santa Clarita Valley's public school districts have voted in recent weeks to change the dates of their school board elections from odd-numbered to even-numbered years.
February 22, 2013
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By Luke Money
Signal Staff Writer
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Santa Clarita Valley News
Medical copter crashes in Okla., kills 2, hurts 1OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - The company that operates a medical helicopter that crash-landed outside an Oklahoma City nursing home early Friday, killing two people onboard and critically injuring a third, had just recently undergone an exhaustive accreditation process, officials said.
February 22, 2013
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By Associated Press
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Honor band brings together top student musiciansAs local prep sports wrap up their winter competitions and look toward spring, student musicians in the Hart district get together for their own version of all-star teams - the junior high and senior high school honor bands.
February 22, 2013
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By Luke Money
Signal Staff Writer
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Santa Clarita Valley News
Danica Patrick brings new eyes to Daytona 500DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) - The big boys brought their little girls to see NASCAR's shining star.
February 22, 2013
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Associated Press
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General
Canyon Country crime report: Six vehicles stolenCanyon Country-East, Zone 8, Public Safety and Crime Prevention Information. Snap Shot 02/11/2013 – 02/17/2013.
February 22, 2013
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Source: Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station
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Santa Clarita Valley News
Knight introduces legislation urging Congress to avert sequestration(SACRAMENTO, CA) – Senator Steve Knight (R-Antelope Valley) introduced a Senate Joint Resolution to urge the President and Congress to avert federal spending cuts known as "sequestration" on the Senate Floor.
February 22, 2013
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Source: Office of Senator Steve Knight
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Santa Clarita Valley News
6 underground Hanford nuclear tanks leakingYAKIMA, Wash. (AP) - Washington Gov. Jay Inslee says six underground radioactive waste tanks at the nation's most contaminated nuclear site are leaking.
February 22, 2013
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By The Associated Press
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