The Signal
Park for Princessa
The city of Santa Clarita hosted a groundbreaking for its 41st park, “Via Princessa Park,” right near the Metrolink station in Canyon Country on Thursday morning. Local dignitaries and the City Council were in attendance to commemorate the...
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Cub recovery in Castaic
A 6-month-old female mountain lion cub that had been reported injured in Castaic was found 60 feet away in thick brush on Wednesday afternoon and was being transported for veterinary care, according to the state Fish and Wildlife Department. The cub...
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A legacy of leadership
Sal Frias was never looking for recognition when he pursued a career in education over two decades ago. He went into education because “I believe in kids. In public schools. And in the idea that one caring adult can change a life,” he said....
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Walking in unity
“We will walk together for what is right; with compassion, justice and resilience.” That is what Laurene Weste, mayor of the city of Santa Clarita, said to the sea of people on the sunsoaked Monday morning at Central Park. Several hundred community...
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2 arrested on suspicion of robbery
Two 18-year-old men were arrested Friday on suspicion of stealing $8,500 in cash from an individual in a car at a Valencia Bank of America branch, according to the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station. The robbery reported in Valencia led to a...
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Driver killed in solo crash
A solo crash that killed a man on State Route 14 near Newhall Avenue on Wednesday afternoon may have been the result of a flat tire, according to the California Highway Patrol. Initial calls indicated that a single-vehicle crash involving a white van...
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‘Living in a nightmare’
Karole Kopecky, a Canyon Country resident, was having a normal day and grabbing dinner on her way home from her second job, when her next-door-neighbor’s daughter called her saying she needed to get home immediately — because Kopecky’s home was on...
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Getting killed for a living
Here’s how it goes down nearly every time: He enters a location, speaks a few lines of dialogue — enough to establish character — and then something bad happens to him. That all might take place over the course of a day or two, but according to...
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Hitting the big screen
Austin Kolodney walked into Regal Edwards Valencia in the beginning of January staring at a movie poster for “Dead Man’s Wire.” To moviegoers passing by, one could just assume that Kolodney was reading about the upcoming film, which is being released...
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Two ‘N Four heads to the Big Easy
Valencia High School’s Two ‘ N Four Vocal Jazz Ensemble performed a preview showcase of the group’s numbers at The Auditorium on Tuesday afternoon in preparation for a performance in a national jazz showcase in New Orleans. The showcase was a chance...
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New year, new plunge
The Santa Clarita Aquatic Center’s 14th annual Polar Plunge was more challenging than last year’s, with temperatures topping out at 60 degrees, but for the plungers who’d come for exactly that purpose – to be challenged – that was a plus. That was...
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A showcase for achievement
The Canyon Springs Community School Hispanic Heritage Festival was unlike anything that’d come before it. Somewhere in the ballpark of 100 to 150 people poured into Canyon Springs this past October for the evening showcase. Kindergarteners performed...
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Welcome, Baby New Year!
Being first-time parents, the last thing Janell Scott (Moeller) and Weston Scott expected was to not only have their daughter born on Jan. 1, but also for her to be the first baby born in Santa Clarita in 2026. Still deciding names, and leaning toward...
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2025 COMES TO A RAINY END
Santa Clarita Valley residents should prepare for another rainy holiday weekend going into the new year with potential evacuations in areas near the Canyon Fire burn scars. Evacuation warnings have been issued for residents who live in the areas...
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From waste to resource
Ever wondered where “waste” goes after it is flushed down the toilet? On a recent Saturday, the Santa Clarita Valley Sanitation District, part of the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts, held a tour at the Valencia Water Reclamation Plant to show...
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Gas pipe ruptures, forces shelter orders
About 14,200 residents were ordered to shelter in place after a 34inch gas pipe ruptured near Ridge Route Road and Pine Crest Place in Castaic on Saturday evening, according to officials with the Los Angeles County Fire Department. The incident also...
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Lights, camera, action
Clint Lilley, son of stuntman Jack Lilley, has continued the family legacy in the entertainment industry after winning “Best Western Film,” and other awards for his film at the Independent Shorts Awards in Los Angeles in October. Lilley’s short film...
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The holiday storm continues
As Christmas celebrations are “merry and bright,” residents are finding joy and warmth in anything other than the weather. With a downpour in Santa Clarita, and the rest of Southern California, making a strong appearance during the holiday week due to...
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Rainy weather soaks SCV
Santa Clarita Valley residents were advised to be careful on this wet Christmas holiday, after rain soaked the valley on Wednesday and, after a bit of a break, was expected to resume on Christmas Day, according to National Weather Service...
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Giving back to neighbors
The crowd of families that packs Faith Community Church’s patio and backyard area each year for Festividad for Christ gathers mostly on the strength of word of mouth. The Newhall church has seen an average of 500 attendees – and up to around 1,000 at...
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‘The light keeps shining’
The final night of Hanukkah was celebrated with a menorah lighting, Jewish music and camaraderie at Westfield Valencia Town Center on Sunday evening. The evening was illuminated by a large menorah that was cooperatively lit by Santa Clarita Mayor...
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Chiquita Canyon Landfill lets hard-to-reach leachate spill ‘evaporate’
The discussion around Chiquita Canyon Landfill’s latest plan to address a leachate spill drew another violation but no financial penalty for the landfill, which closed off local assistance for impacted residents months ago despite multiple indicators...
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SCV Compassionate Friends holds 24th annual candlelight remembrance
The Santa Clarita Valley Chapter of The Compassionate Friends hosted its 24th annual Candlelight Remembrance Program for children, grandchildren and siblings who were taken too soon at Bethlehemscv on Sunday evening. The evening featured a walkway of...
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Tons of toys for Christmas
It’s the season of giving, and the Boys and Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley James T. Ventress Clubhouse got an opportunity to share the holiday magic on Wednesday with a large donation of toys. The SCV Boys and Girls Club received three full...
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Christmas for kids in need
The College of the Canyons University Center saw hundreds of families pass through its doors on Saturday, drawn by toys — and a visit from Santa Claus. Hundreds of kids lined up at a single desk in the University Center lobby for an early Christmas...
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House fire leaves questions
Questions remain unanswered following a residential fire that destroyed a single-family home in Canyon Country on Saturday after a person reportedly set the house on fire, according to officials. Numerous first responders among different agencies,...
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Holiday cheer in the SCV
Siblings Cade and Tate Sturdyvin, joined by their grandparents, paused to admire something from afar before heading to an evening outing with the rest of their family. They pointed upward, as if gazing into the night sky, but what captured their...
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Hart district chooses board officers for 2026
The William S. Hart Union High School District governing board chose Joe Messina to take the helm as the 2026 board president in a unanimous vote during Wednesday’s organizational meeting. Board member Aakash Ahuja motioned the approval and board...
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Santa visits Carousel Ranch
Horses relaxed as the reindeer took over at Carousel Ranch for the annual “Santa Day” on Saturday. The ranch, which specializes in equestrian therapy for children and young adults with special needs, celebrated the start of the holiday season with...
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Learning to love reading
Promoting children’s literacy is a goal that the Santa Clarita Public Library’s annual Family Literacy Festival has brought to the Santa Clarita Valley with flair for the past 18 years. This year’s circus-themed literacy festival featured booths and...
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The Cube brightens up
City of Santa Clarita Mayor Bill Miranda was never a hockey player growing up, but on Friday evening he had to grab a hockey stick and a puck in order to complete a very important task. The skating facility went dark, and a crowd made up of children...
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Oil spill cleanup underway
A California Department of Fish and Wildlife official confirmed Friday a dayslong cleanup from an oil spill that reached the Santa Clara River is expected to continue into next week. Eric Laughlin, a DFW spokesman, said the total leak was estimated at...
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‘3D Printing and Hope’
It was the night of Thursday, Nov. 10, 1983. Anntionette Hull was in bed after working a long day, and her husband, Charles, known as “Chuck,” kept working on his “idea” that he had suggested to her in January of that year. Little did they both know...
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West Ranch law club isn’t politics for teens – it’s politics, period
Anybody who thinks teenagers aren’t interested in politics hasn’t seen West Ranch Law in action. That’s according to West Ranch High School AP government teacher Tim Von Busch, who also serves as the club’s advisor. Over the past four months, Von...
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Burglars hit restaurants over Thanksgiving weekend
Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station officials confirmed Tuesday there have been no arrests yet in their investigation into a break-in at a familyrun Canyon Country restaurant over the holiday weekend. The owners of Las 3 Marias on Sierra Highway...
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Child given medical transport
L.A. County Fire and Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station personnel confirmed Monday an emergency helicopter transport was requested for a child having a medical emergency in a Valencia neighborhood. The nature of the child’s injuries was not...
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A mixed bag for shoppers
In some respects, Black Friday 2025 wasn’t really the “holiday” of years past, according to Santa Clarita shoppers taking care of early holiday purchases this year. While the deals were significant in some areas, especially children’s toys, other...
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A feast for thanks
The Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center at Bella Vida and the Scv/castaic Lions Club hosted their annual Thanksgiving feast with over 700 meals being served at the center and through their “Meals on Wheels” program on Thursday morning. The day had all...
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A tapestry of trees
The Festival of Trees is a much-anticipated celebration among the Santa Clarita Valley community that kicks off the holiday season. But it’s not just about the glittering bells and stars, or the festive figurines and classic green, red, or white...
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History returns to SCV
The Saugus Speedway scoreboard is making its way back home to the Santa Clarita History Center at Hart Park after the Valley Relics Museum in Van Nuys acquired it in 2017. The famed Saugus Speedway had its last race on the track in 1995. Leon Worden,...
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Authorities search for dog
Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies and Fire Department personnel worked together Monday in an attempt to rescue a small dog that was believed to be trapped in a storm drain. But after about two hours of the rescue efforts, officials were...
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Santa arrives in SCV
The Valencia Town Center recently invited Santa Clarita Valley residents to its “Santa’s Arrival Celebration,” where guests could meet Santa Claus in front of the shopping center’s 30-foot-tall Christmas tree. Attendees could also get their faces...
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‘The cost and duty of freedom’
The American flag was folded neatly and taken through a gathering crowd on Tuesday morning on its way to be raised on a flagpole. Beneath the flag that waved gently with the wind, stood men and women in silence as they saluted the red, white and blue...
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UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VETERANS DAY HONORING ALL WHO SERVED
Each November, millions of people recognize the service and sacrifice of military veterans on Veterans Day. Initially commemorated as Armistice Day but renamed Veterans Day in 1954, the holiday is a federal holiday. The first Armistice Day was...
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A delicious day at school
Eager children and curious parents were part of the crowd sampling and rating dozens of culinary options on a recent Thursday at Bridgeport Elementary School. Organizing a free food festival with a schoolyard full of vendors might sound like a...
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A new place to play
Balloon animals, face painting, caricature drawings and a brandnew park: Valencia by Fivepoint celebrated the opening of Riparian Park on Saturday, its first official public park acquired by the County of Los Angeles. “L.A. County Parks is proud to...
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Teaching about trucks
Brothers T.J. and Weston Garrison love to look out the car window and identify different trucks. Mail trucks, cargo trucks, trash trucks, anything that’s different from an everyday car like the one they’re usually in when the adults are running...
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Election Day in SCV
Santa Clarita Valley residents were seen heading to the voting centers around the valley for the special election regarding Proposition 50 on Tuesday, with apparent levels of voter traffic varying from one vote center to another. Prop. 50 — the only...
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Love in every stitch
Sitting at a table at Jocelyne Vuillemey’s residence in Valencia on a recent Thursday morning, Dinh Montané and Erika Pigot focused on creating heart-shaped pillows for mastectomy patients during the second annual “Solidarity Sewing Workshop.” The...
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Remembrance and celebration
Alfredo Reveles’ grandmother, Sebastiana Hortencia Rosales de Abarca, was 93 years old when she died earlier this year. She had 11 siblings, then had 14 children of her own, and came from a family that was once separated during the Civil War. What...
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Auto dealerships evacuated
Los Angeles County Fire Department personnel evacuated the Audi and Acura dealerships in Valencia after a hazardous materials call about a foul odor on Thursday morning that turned out to be a result of work being done on sewer lines. The odor also...
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‘We all need purpose’
For Cristina Wyatt, making a difference means giving back wherever she can. She may not have a lot of funds to donate to local organizations providing essential resources, but what she does have is time. She’s always wanted to volunteer at the Santa...
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American Cancer Society celebrates a pawesome ‘Howl-o-ween’
The American Cancer Society hosted its annual Bark for Life “Howl-o-ween” celebration with dogs in Halloween costumes, families playing and booths lined up from local shelters and resources for dogs at the Canyon Country Community Center on...
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Giving residents good scares
Santa Clarita Valley residents got all the boos, treats and screams during the 36th annual “Haunted Jailhouse” carnival and fundraiser at the SCV Sheriff’s Station on Sunday. The city of Santa Clarita, the SCV Sheriff’s Station, and the SCV Boys and...
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Gift strikes right chord
It was their Christmas Eve family gathering. Bethany Barber was around 20 years old. Her grandpa brought over a ukulele, played some tunes and even gave her a short lesson. He was an accomplished stand-up bass player and guitar player, but his...
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‘Zumbathon for a Cause’
What better way to help a cause than to burn some calories? The Santa Clarita Sister Cities recently held its annual Zumba marathon titled “Black and White Zumbathon for a Cause” at the Centre. Jocelyn Reyes, board member and secretary for the city’s...
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COC hosts debate on Proposition 50
Everyone on the panel agreed on one thing: California’s nonpartisan committee for drawing district lines represents the best system out there for determining the state’s congressional districts. However, where the panel disagreed during Tuesday’s...
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Birds of a feather
Charlie Davis and Glory are the dream team who love to help people. But one thing about Glory is she is a green-cheeked conure, or small parrot, in other words. Davis got Glory the parrot while he was visiting his son in Las Vegas and found her in a...
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SCV gets political
“Protest is Patriotic,” read one of Faith Frieda Wilson and Abby Monis’ signs as they stood on the corner of Valencia Boulevard and McBean Parkway on Saturday. The College of the Canyons students and political science majors attended the nationwide...
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SCV gets spooky
It’s “spooky season” in the Santa Clarita Valley, as residents are dusting off animatronics, constructing elaborate webs, and welcoming residents with friendly faces into a ghoul-den experience. Many houses throughout the valley are displaying their...
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Celebrating progress
The city celebrated the progress of its five-year Santa Clarita 2025 plan Thursday as part of its annual State of the City celebration, which highlighted city programs aimed at helping families, supporting businesses and increasing safety. In addition...
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Painting the town purple
It took years and help from her family for Megan Elsie to understand she was in an abusive relationship. She was never physically harmed, but her abuse came in an emotional and psychological form, she said. Because she didn’t have visual evidence of...
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Man killed in morning crash
A man was killed in a two-vehicle collision on Tuesday morning in Castaic, according to a spokesperson with the California Highway Patrol Newhall-area Office. Following the Santa Clarita Valley’s first significant rain of the fall season, officials...
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One killed in collision
One person has been confirmed dead after a major four-vehicle crash on Soledad Canyon Road and Golden Oak Road on Monday, according to an official with the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station. The initial call to the SCV Sheriff’s Station was at...
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The big top returns
Circus Vargas is back in town and ready to take guests back in time to the 1920s, also known as the Golden Age of Hollywood, with its new show titled “Hollywood Dreams!” beginning Saturday at the Valencia Town Center mall. On Thursday an ensemble of...
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Duck, Duck, Dash!
The Samuel Dixon Family Health Center hosted its 23rd annual Samuel Dixon Duck Dash at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center on Sunday morning. The Samuel Dixon Duck Dash is an annual event for the health center to continue to provide various types of...
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Walking for awareness
Christine Neri raised a purple flower up toward the sky and stood in silence for a brief moment, remembering her mother Eileen, on Saturday morning. “She was funny, she was creative, loved animals, and loved people,” she said as her eyes filled up...
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Finding light in darkness
“A little bit of light can dispel a tremendous amount of darkness.” That’s what Rabbi Choni Marozov of Chabad of Santa Clarita Valley said to the silent crowd to instill hope. People from all three Jewish temples in the Santa Clarita Valley gathered...
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Of mice and men
Seymour joined The Kite Club at West Ranch High School and with the help of a few other students, he built a kite strong enough to lift him up from the ground. As the wind carried him higher, Seymour had the chance to see the Santa Clarita Valley from...
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22 years of awareness
“Save the tatas!” That’s what Steffanie Stelnick yelled to a crowd of people on Saturday night during the Bras for a Cause breast cancer awareness annual fundraiser presented by Soroptimist International of Valencia. Loud cheers and applause...
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Staying grounded
Talk about brewing conversations. National Coffee with a Cop Day, which occurs annually on the first Wednesday in October, is a day “dedicated to encourage communication and positive interactions between law enforcement agencies and the public,”...
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‘For a Better Tomorrow’
Reflecting on an eventful week in the United States, following the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the 24th anniversary of 9/11, local representatives, dignitaries, veterans and attendees gathered at Santa Clarita Studios on Saturday for the Santa...
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A sea of lights for Kirk
A sea of people lit up the darkness of Marketplace Park in Valencia with candlelight on Wednesday evening, in a vigil honoring the memory of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Among the soft flickering movement were American flags, signs and banners...
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