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Of mice and freshmen
Students who had been talking and laughing suddenly got quiet as the actors took the stage and began to bring a classic story to life right before their eyes.
Alamo helped build stadium seats
In 1969, young people from Tony Alamo's compound assisted the JayCees in a project to build seats for the Canyon High School football field.
Here’s what teens think
"What are teenagers thinking!?" Hundreds of plagued parents packed the Hyatt Valencia seeking the answer to that question Wednesday. Tina Bryson told a crowd of more than 600 to consider the biological changes teens experience and start asking the question: "What's going on in their brains?" The city-sponsored Blue Ribbon Task Force sponsored the annual Teen Scene Unplugged event that aims to help parents and teens better understand each other. Bryson, who specializes in interpersonal ...
UPDATED: Alleged robbery attempt turns deadly in Newhall
A man was killed during an alleged robbery attempt this morning in Newhall, according to Los Angeles County Sheriff's officials.
Lots to cheer about — but no cheerleaders
College of the Canyons football fans have a lot to cheer about lately with the Cougars' three blow-out victories against opponents in the first three games of the season.
Motorcyclist dies after collision with dump truck
Motorcyclist Juan Garcia Zavala, 24 of Canyon Country, collided with a dump truck on Kelly Johnson Parkway and died on the scene Thursday morning, a sheriff's official said.
Alamo arrested in Arizona
Moments before FBI agents arrested evangelist Tony Alamo in Flagstaff, Ariz., Thursday, he completed an interview with The Signal.
Four more accuse coach of assault
Four Hart high school district girls joined the list of alleged victims in the Kevin Lamont Thomas sexual assault case this week, an LAPD detective said Thursday.
Metrolink station gets a facelift
The Via Princessa Metrolink Station recently underwent numerous improvements and upgrades, including the addition of a 1,100 square-foot building with a men's restroom and women's restroom, a guard office and a janitor's closet. There were also handicap parking upgrades and accessibility improvements.
Shelter to open on time
Tim Davis and Andy Pattantyus weren't rushing home Wednesday to get a jump on Thanksgiving. The pair spent their time accepting donations and setting up the Santa Clarita Emergency Winter Shelter for the 2008-09 season.
Thanksgiving back
More than 400 people enjoyed a free Thanksgiving dinner at the Santa Clarita Community Center Tuesday.
Gray, rainy days hit the valley
The Santa Clarita Valley received a thorough soaking Wednesday as a storm passed through the area, a weather official said.
Deputies collar would-be thieves
Santa Clarita Valley sheriff's deputies teamed with local citizens to thwart an alleged criminal theft ring Wednesday morning, a sheriff's statement said.
Alcohol, anger fuels brother's stabbing
Alcohol and an argument allegedly fueled a knife fight that sent one man to the hospital and another away in handcuffs, sheriff's officials said.
No charges in 2007 I-5 truck tunnel crash
The Los Angeles District Attorney's office found insufficient evidence to charge Jose Reyes, a truck driver involved in the Tunnel fire, with misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter, according to a DA statement.
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Canyon Country East Crime Report: Deputies investigate rape, property crimes
This week in Canyon Country-East we had 9 Part-1 crimes. Of those reported crimes, there was 1 rape, 2 assaults, 1 robbery, 2 burglaries, 2 larcenies and 1 vehicle burglary.
Calif. PUC looking into Valencia Water Company purchase
The California Public Utilities Commission has opened an investigation into Castaic Lake Water Agency's purchase of the Valencia Water Company.
SCV White Ribbon Week Encourages Graduating Teens to Make it Safe and Make It Home
VALENCIA, CA (May 9, 2013)-There are five names that will serve as reminders to Santa Clarita Valley teens this graduation season about the importance of driving safe and making it home.
Valencia: SCV Sheriff’s deputies bust suspected meth-dealing operation
Local drug squad deputies disrupted a meth-dealing operation in a Valencia neighborhood this week with the arrest of one man charged with possessing a controlled substance for sale, court documents show.
Santa Clarita mayor sees ‘definitive year’ on two major city issues
This year will be the "definitive year" for chloride and Cemex - two of the weightiest issues vexing residents in the Santa Clarita Valley, said Santa Clarita Mayor Bob Kellar during a town hall meeting Wednesday night.
Santa Clarita: Spectator opportunities abound for Tour of California
The City of Santa Clarita will be at the center of the cycling world on Tuesday, May 14, and Wednesday, May 15, when the 2013 Amgen Tour of California returns to Santa Clarita for the fifth time in race history. The Stage 3 Finish and Stage 4 Start of the race provide electric and exciting fan experiences as the top riders in the world participate in the event. Both stages of the race are anchored ...
Fire Station open house on Saturday
You are invited to visit with your hometown firefighters Saturday, May 11, 2013. You'll be treated to a special firehouse tour to celebration of Fire Service Month. All Los Angeles County fire stations will be open to the public between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Meet your local firefighters and paramedics, get a free blood pressure check, and learn about all the services the Department has to offer. Don't miss it!
California PUC creates program for public safety violations
SAN FRANCISCO, May 9, 2013 - The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) today approved a Citation Program that will allow staff to levy fines, payable by shareholders, against public utilities to quickly address and prevent situations that may threaten human beings, public safety, or sensitive environmental resources.
Local Sheriff's deputies ask: Do you know where your kids are?
The City of Santa Clarita & SCV Sheriff's Station -- Protecting Our Youth -- Know Where They're At! Know Who They're With! Know What They're Doing! Staying Involved = Staying Safe.
Mars rover piques preschoolers' curiosity
Dennis Young, of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, brought a minature rover as part of JPL's education and public outreach program to Christ Lutheran Preschool in Valencia on Tuesday. The presentation, organized by preschool director Chris Porrazzo, included a life-size model of the rover Curiosity and a three-dimensional look at the Mars landscape.
Memorial service for Brittany Schlumpberger scheduled Saturday
Parents of a popular woman killed in a single-car crash on Sand Canyon Road last week are inviting the public to join them Saturday in paying tribute to their daughter, Brittany Schlumpberger.
NCWD: State commission investigating water agency for "potential" illegal water buy
May 9, 2013 (Newhall, Calif.) – The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) announced last month that the Castaic Lake Water Agency (CLWA) has been placed under investigation for its potentially illegal purchase of Valencia Water Co. The regional water wholesale agency voted in December to buy all stock in the private water company for $60 million.
Newhall man gets 2 years in death of woman
A 68-year-old Newhall man who left the scene of a fatal accident in Valencia more than a year ago has been sentenced to two years in jail, a court clerk said.
COC Chancellor Dr. Van Hook to be Honored as Distinguished Alumna at CSULB
SANTA CLARITA - The California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) Alumni Association has selected College of the Canyons Chancellor Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook as its 2013 Distinguished Alumna for the College of Liberal Arts, in honor of her tremendous professional achievements, dedication to the field of education and ongoing contributions to the community.
Bobcat caught on camera in Newhall
Signal subscriber Mike Gaston captured this photo of a bobcat on Weldon Canyon in the Newhall Pass last weekend. He passed it along for our readers' enjoyment.
