Read more about the article Donna’s Day: Friendship bracelets are a summer classic
Amy Weiss creates a summer friendship bracelet with embroidery floss for her cousin Maddie Reeder.

Donna’s Day: Friendship bracelets are a summer classic

By Donna Erickson Signal Contributing Writer As I latched a favorite bracelet made of reindeer l eather and spun silver/pewter designed by the Sami artisans in the north of Sweden…

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Read more about the article How to create an eye-catching gallery wall
Gallery walls allow homeowners to create visually appealing groupings of photos, frames, wall art and more.

How to create an eye-catching gallery wall

Gallery walls, also called moment walls, are one of today’s hottest home decor trends. Gallery walls enable homeowners to create visually appealing groupings of photos, frames, wall art and much…

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Read more about the article Sounds of U2 coming to Canyon Santa Clarita
Which one is Bono? Hollywood U2 is coming to Canyon Santa Clarita July 19. Photo courtesy of HollywoodU2.com

Sounds of U2 coming to Canyon Santa Clarita

By Perry Smith Sunday Signal Editor If you’re a fan of Bono, The Edge and the rest of the foursome from Ireland known around the world as U2, then there’s…

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Read more about the article Robert Lamoureaux: Replastering a pool; finding wall leak
Courtesy photo A pool replastering job begins with removing the old plaster down to the Gunite, says longtime contractor Robert Lamoureux.

Robert Lamoureaux: Replastering a pool; finding wall leak

Question No. 1 Hi Robert, I have a quick question for you. In the past, you advised me when I was having my pool replastered, to make sure that they…

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Read more about the article Make kids’ bedtime a breeze
Parents emphasizing consistency with their children’s sleep routine often find their children don’t put up so much of a fuss at bedtime.

Make kids’ bedtime a breeze

New parents face many obstacles once they leave the hospital and take their children home. Parents often find that sleep schedules are a significant challenge, and one that won’t necessarily…

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Read more about the article The art of buying art for your home
The art people hang in their homes is a personal choice, and the process of finding that art can be fun and eye-opening.

The art of buying art for your home

Designing a home’s interior can be fun. Whether furnishing a first apartment or a newly purchased family home, many people feel that the art they put on the walls of…

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Read more about the article Redemption Road K9’s holds Rattlesnake Avoidance Seminar
Melissa Lopez and her dog Beowolf attended the Redemption Road K9's Rattlesnake Avoidance course, July 13, 2019. Photo by Caleb Lunetta

Redemption Road K9’s holds Rattlesnake Avoidance Seminar

With several local species of live rattlesnakes from the Santa Clarita Valley area, Redemption Road K9 held a rattlesnake avoidance seminar Saturday for about 35 local residents and their dogs. …

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Read more about the article Glowhouse looks to grow gaming in SCV
Casey Frank, 10, seated, and Ethan Iyer, 12, play a battle game called Fortnite as they attend an esports summer training camp at GlowHouse Gaming in Valencia on Tuesday. Dan Watson/The Signal

Glowhouse looks to grow gaming in SCV

“You can’t make a living by playing video games.” While many grew up hearing this admonishment as a means to motivate to do chores, studying or some otherwise seemingly “productive”…

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Read more about the article Cricket teams play at Central Park, raise money for local charity
Batsman Ricky Swami of the Patan Panthers, gets a hit against the Cal State Northridge team during the 2019 Santa Clarita Cricket Club Tournament held at Central Park in Saugus on Saturday. Dan Watson/The Signal

Cricket teams play at Central Park, raise money for local charity

Four local cricket teams, including two associated with the Santa Clarita Cricketers, competed in a tournament at Central Park on Saturday, playing a game they love for a good cause.  …

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Read more about the article Public Health raises septic tank costs in unincorporated areas, sends ‘confusing’ letter
Stevenson Ranch fountain.

Public Health raises septic tank costs in unincorporated areas, sends ‘confusing’ letter

In a letter recently distributed to a number of residents in the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, the Department of Public Health announced a new fee on septic tank…

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Read more about the article Santa Clarita Valley skate parks offer summer fun
Shawn Rennie, 36, on his skateboard at the L.A. County, Castaic Regional Sports Complex skate park in Castaic on Saturday. Dan Watson/The Signal

Santa Clarita Valley skate parks offer summer fun

Southern California has long been considered a hot spot for skaters, bike riders and other action sports-enthusiasts, and while it may not be considered one of the premier skate spots…

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Read more about the article Firefighters respond to drowning child call in Santa Clarita
A Los Angeles County Fire Department truck moves quickly to scene. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

Firefighters respond to drowning child call in Santa Clarita

Los Angeles County firefighters arrived at the 27000 block of Wellsley Way in Santa Clarita after receiving a call about a drowning child on Saturday.  The Los Angeles County Fire…

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Read more about the article Zoe Campos wins qualifier, advances to United States Women’s Amateur Championship
West Ranch student Zoe Campos qualified for the 2019 U.S. Women's Amateur. Nikolas Samuels/The Signal

Zoe Campos wins qualifier, advances to United States Women’s Amateur Championship

Playing two practice rounds on Saturday, July 6th, and Sunday, July 7th, at Redlands Country Club in Redlands, West Ranch student and golf phenom Zoe Campos took aim ahead of…

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