Read more about the article Public Health announces targeted safer at home order after COVID-19 cases increase
COVID-19. Courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control.

Public Health announces targeted safer at home order after COVID-19 cases increase

Modifications to the Los Angeles county health officer order will go into effect Monday after public health officials report the five-day average of COVID-19 cases continues to be over 4,500.…

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Read more about the article Local nonprofit seeking donations for Giving Tuesday
Avenues Supported Living Services is asking the community to provide donations on Giving Tuesday for fuel, which will enable the nonprofit to transport clients to and from work and volunteer positions. Signal file photo

Local nonprofit seeking donations for Giving Tuesday

By Claire Schlaman For The Signal The Valencia nonprofit Avenues Supported Living Services is seeking donations this Giving Tuesday after suffering greatly from the effects of COVID-19.  Giving Tuesday, which…

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Read more about the article The story of the SCV’s ‘Backyard Geographer’
Professor Jeremy Patrich displays some of the collectables seen in episodes of “Backyard Geographer.” PHOTO BY DAN WATSON / THE SIGNAL

The story of the SCV’s ‘Backyard Geographer’

For some, the study of geography might seem as dry as a Santa Clarita Valley summer.  But “Backyard Geographer” Professor Jeremy Patrich tries to liven things up for his students…

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Read more about the article Santa Clarita wins 2020 Helen Putnam Awards
Santa Clarita City Hall, as pictured on February, 26, 2020, is located on the 23900 block of Valencia Blvd. Dan Watson/The Signal

Santa Clarita wins 2020 Helen Putnam Awards

By Ken Striplin City Manager Supporting Santa Clarita residents and maintaining the high quality of life we all enjoy remains a top priority for the City of Santa Clarita. From…

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Read more about the article The many benefits of houseplants
Houseplants can be used to improve indoor spaces, and they also provide various health benefits.

The many benefits of houseplants

The lines between the outdoors and indoors are being blurred. Homeowners build extensive outdoor living spaces so they can relax on weather-resistant furniture and even cook in lavish kitchens in…

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Read more about the article Prevent pet-related damage to the house
Pay attention to what your pet may be telling you. It could be boredom or anxiety that is causing the destructive behavior.

Prevent pet-related damage to the house

The benefits of having a pet are innumerable. Pets can be companions, protectors, service animals, and even help produce products that can be sold, such as eggs from chickens. While…

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