Yearly Archives: 2019
Read more about the article Bauer, Glasnow among SCV products in the pros
Former The Master’s University athlete Conor Menez made his MLB debut last month against the New York Mets. He was one of several SCV alumnus to make a splash this week in Major League baseball. Photo courtesy San Francisco Giants

Bauer, Glasnow among SCV products in the pros

Making his MLB debut July 21 against the New York Mets, San Francisco Giants pitcher and The Master’s University alumnus Conner Menez got the nod once again, starting in two games the week before last and again on Sunday.

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Read more about the article Profile: Jason Crawford
Jason Crawford, Planning, Marketing and Economic Development Manager of the City of Santa Clarita in the City of Santa Clarita filming Memorabilia vault at City Hall. Dan Watson/The Signal

Profile: Jason Crawford

Jason Crawford, City of Santa Clarita planning, marketing and economic development manager, is living proof that best-laid plans can often go strangely, yet perfectly, awry.

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Read more about the article Head back to school with the ‘Heads Up!’ public safety campaign
Santa Clarita City Hall is located on the 23900 block of Valencia Blvd. File Photo

Head back to school with the ‘Heads Up!’ public safety campaign

Back to school season is a time for growth, learning and new opportunities. From meeting new teachers and making new friends to learning new subjects and possibly attending a new school -- children often delight in the change that back-to-school time brings.

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Read more about the article Substitute lamb for beef to make especially juicy burgers
Substitute lamb for beef to make especially juicy burgers

Substitute lamb for beef to make especially juicy burgers

Backyard barbecues typically are informal gatherings. That lack of formality coupled with warm weather makes for a relaxing vibe. When relaxing with family and friends in their backyards, grillmasters may…

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Read more about the article Toss some shrimp on the barbie at your next party
Toss some shrimp on the barbie at your next party

Toss some shrimp on the barbie at your next party

The popularity of cooking-based television shows has led many people to look at food through a new lens. Experiencing food in new ways may involve trying certain types of cuisine for the first time or even preparing beloved foods in new ways.

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Read more about the article Storage/display opportunities— In furniture, along walls and in hidden places
Using paint in building, buying or repurposing storage pieces, you can change or supplement the room’s existing color palette.

Storage/display opportunities— In furniture, along walls and in hidden places

Finding more space to store and display all the “stuff” used for day-to-day living, as well as life’s pleasures, can be an adventure that ends with everything in its perfect place.

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Read more about the article Santa Clarita parks – a fun and safe way to play
Attendees walk past the Art Installation at the entrance to the SCV Summer Art Fair held at Central Park in Saugus on Saturday. Dan Watson/The Signal

Santa Clarita parks – a fun and safe way to play

Recreational opportunities abound in the City of Santa Clarita. From afternoons spent cooling off at the Aquatic Center to playing a friendly game of softball at Central Park, you will find residents enjoying time with family and friends at our parks every day of the week.

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Read more about the article Six play activities that can help manage ‘bad behavior’
Children who are under-stimulated may seek out sensory stimulation by spinning around repeatedly or intentionally banging into walls or even other children.

Six play activities that can help manage ‘bad behavior’

When children misbehave, there’s often a reason for it, according to experts, who point out that understanding the behaviors can help you manage them more effectively, especially during play time.

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Read more about the article Scientists hope dreams lead to discovery
Dr. Alon Avidan, director of UCLA’s Sleep Disorder Center and professor of neurology at UCLA. PHOTO COURTESY UCLA SLEEP CENTER

Scientists hope dreams lead to discovery

There might be a lot be a lot we can learn about ourselves from the way we dream — but not in the way we traditionally think of, according to Dr. Alon Avidan, director of UCLA’s Sleep Disorder Center and professor of neurology at UCLA.

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Read more about the article 4 easy DIY projects to go back-to-school in style
Personalize your child’s backpack, locker, books and other school supplies with these fun simple craft projects.

4 easy DIY projects to go back-to-school in style

Parents spend more than $500 per student for those in grades K-12 during the back-to-school season, according to a new survey from Deloitte. But back-to-school shopping doesn't mean your wallet needs to take a heavy hit!

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Read more about the article Gettin’ Up There: FYI, ladies: senior-shared living may be for you
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Gettin’ Up There: FYI, ladies: senior-shared living may be for you

A dear, departed friend – a licensed psychotherapist who was as much a humorist as she was a wise scholar – used to say that the only real “fair” was found in Pomona. Judy Harris often spoke this line when counseling seniors who felt their lives hadn’t panned out so well.

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Read more about the article Experts weigh in on right time to refinance
While the goal in a refinancing transaction is to change an old loan for a new and better one to help homeowners’ save money or lower payments, there are a number of factors homeowners should consider, according to the experts. Metro Creative

Experts weigh in on right time to refinance

With mortgage rates tumbling down in recent weeks, millions of homeowners could save more than $150 a month from refinancing.

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