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Hart student died in crash
Two of Kari Hsieh's friends spent Sunday coming to terms with their friend's tragic death and remembering how special she was. Hsieh, 18, was among the dead in the Metrolink train crash that took 25 lives Friday.
Democrats have new place to call home
Santa Clarita Valley Democrats have a place to call home this election season. The Santa Clarita Valley Democratic Club christened its new digs at 23119 Lyons Ave, Newhall, Sunday, in a grand opening ceremony that drew hundreds decked out in Barack Obama pins and T-shirts, said Joyce Evans, voter registration chairwoman for the Santa Clarita Valley Democratic Club. The new headquarters actually opened in July. The Santa Clarita Valley Democratic Club open a local campaign ...
Extreme neighborhood makeover returns
Santa Clarita code enforcement officers are getting ready to party. The city's Extreme Neighborhood Makeover team will head into east Newhall Thursday to throw a big bash in the middle of the street and nudge residents to spruce up their houses and yards in the aging neighborhood. In June, city officials set up their deck chairs and lit up the barbecue at the first block party east of Whites Canyon Road in Canyon Country. Code ...
Hospital CEO: It's now or never
A years-long battle to expand Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital goes before the Santa Clarita City Council this week, and the hospital CEO says this is the last round.
Gumdrops and good causes
Gumdrops and ornaments lit up the eyes of young ones strolling with their parents through rows of community-sponsored wreaths, trees and gingerbread houses.
It's not always a wonderful thing when sparks fly
Granted, it's considered bad luck for the groom to see the bride before the wedding. But this was ridiculous.
UPDATED: Just another day out of the office for local Emmy nominee
Slated for filming today and tomorrow: dangerous scene for "NCIS" involving rescue of lead character played by Mark Harmon and an actress from a car that has plunged off a pier and is submerged in 28 feet of water.
A glimpse of the cowboy lifestyle
Natasha Tobler was busy at work on Saturday gluing colorful beads to a pink sheet of construction paper cut out as a pair of cowboy boots.
Live Oak students try out new computers
The Castaic community united to provide Live Oak Elementary School with a new computer lab - with donations coming from parents, the Castaic Union School District and Chiquita Landfill, Inc.
Broken heart, empty wallet
Belinda thought William Schaeffler was the man of her dreams. He had a good job and a promising future.
Women get involved in politics
If you ask Minerva Williams, more women should get involved in politics. While the 2008 election has opened many doors for women, Williams still sees a lot of opportunities for women to assume the roles as local, state and national political leaders. But she's not about to let women get involved in politics alone. With help from the Democratic Club of the Santa Clarita Valley, Williams organized "Women and Politics" on Saturday at Coco's restaurant ...
Schools add bullying outreach
The Acton-Agua Dulce school officials adopted parts of an anti-bullying program in the wake of a community-shaking student suicide at Vasquez High School.
Accused killer goes to court
SAN FERNANDO - Patricia Wise sat alone clutching her Bible in a San Fernando Superior Court room Friday as her family waited outside.
Strickland takes the lead in Senate results
Republican Tony Strickland edged past Democrat Hannah-Beth Jackson in the 19th District state Senate race Friday.
News briefs
Craft show all weekend The city of Santa Clarita hosts the "Fine Craft Show" from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and Sunday at Old Orchard Park, 25023 Avenida Rotella. More than 70 artists and crafters will be selling items like jewelry, pottery and ceramics, hand-painted clothing and home decor items. City launches online retail store The city of Santa Clarita launched an online boutique, www.santaclaritacitystore.com, featuring speciality Santa Clarita-branded items. Some of ...
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CORRECTION: Aircraft in skies part of memorial service
A brief that posted Saturday online and published Sunday in The Signal incorrectly reported the individual for whom a memorial flyover was conducted Saturday.
UPDATE: Keene sentenced to 10 years in drunken-driving death of neighbor
Dennis Dean Keene, the Agua Dulce man convicted in October of gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated in the death of his neighbor, Lori Lindlief, was sentenced Monday to 10 years in state prison.
'Friday Night Lights' to ignite again this week
Junior high school students are invited to the second "Friday Night Lights" at the Canyon Country Community Center this week, featuring XerGames wall-based interactive games, a social media contests and other activities, an organizer said.
UPDATE: Preliminary report says chopper pitched forward
A helicopter that crashed during a reality TV production this month suddenly pitched down and hit the ground about a minute after taking off in early morning darkness, a preliminary report said Monday.
Hearing delayed in Sand Canyon street racer case
The murder case against two alleged Sand Canyon street racers was delayed a week, a court clerk said Monday.
UPDATE: 2 CalArts grads win Oscars for ‘Brave’
Two California Institute of the Arts graduates have collected Academy Awards for the Best Animated Feature Film "Brave," a CalArts spokeswoman said Monday.
Interstate 5 lanes to be closed this week
Santa Clarita - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) plans to close the lanes listed below as part of a $72 million project that is constructing a truck lane on southbound I-5 between Pico Canyon Road/Lyons Avenue and the Antelope Valley Freeway (SR-14). Ramp closures will be staggered. Closures are subject to change. Detours will be signed.
Sequestration: Minimal Overall Impact to Los Angeles County Services
With across-the-board sequestration spending cuts scheduled to be imposed on March 1, 2013, Los Angeles County has completed a review of the potential financial threats the sequester poses to the nation's largest local government agency.
Tiny steps for tiny dancers
Students were introduced to tap, ballet and tumbling techniques as part of American Heart Month to promote good health and exercise during a dance class on Feb. 19.
Today in the SCV: Monday, Feb. 25, 2013
Today in the SCV
Race to support students
Little feet made big strides Sunday as scores of kids took part in the WiSH Education Foundation Run For Gold races in Newhall.
Police searching for 3 muggers
A man was mugged at gunpoint for his iPod and cash in Canyon Country Sunday afternoon, a local sheriff's spokesman said.
Man charged with reckless driving
A driver clocked speeding close to 100 mph through city streets, past Central Park and Saugus High School and through one red light, has been charged with reckless driving, according to a report filed by a local sheriff's deputy.
Windy weather blows through city
Following a blustery weekend in the Santa Clarita Valley, residents are likely to find themselves stepping over snapped branches and wind-swept debris today but without the strong winds that rattled windows and put things in motion.
New assistant city manager has deep roots
The city of Santa Clarita has followed Frank Oviedo throughout his professional career.
