Democrats have spent decades fighting climate change, racism, sexism and homophobia, yet they tell us the problems are only getting worse. So either they are lying, or insanely horrible at…
A person was transported to the hospital in unknown condition following a self-inflicted gunshot wound on Saturday morning, according to a Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station official. Deputies were dispatched to the 25000 block of Singing…
The best advice anyone ever gave me about the wonderful world of commerce was this: “Like work, but love family.” I believe in work. I believe that if we are able, we should…
Question: Robert, my backyard deck is off our upstairs master bedroom. It was an addition to our home before we bought it, roughly 15 years ago, which was 10 years after the home was built. The deck has what looks like paint on it, but it is almost like stucco, but less bumpy. It looks to be in good condition and there are no leaks into our home that we know of, but I remember reading something from you in the past about decks needing to be sealed. Do we need to do something to our deck to prevent any issues in the future? Like I said, it still looks good, but I don’t want any surprises down the road. Please advise what we can and should do. And thank you, Robert, for the help you give. — Joseph P. Answer: Joseph, thank you for writng in. Yes, absolutely, decking surfaces should be maintained, just like anything else. These systems are generally urethane-based with an underlayment of texture for gripping, to prevent slipping. I highly recommend that if you are not familiar with the system to contact an installer…
By The Signal Editorial Board The Signal editorial board seldom gets involved in anything outside of Santa Clarita and certainly not Los Angeles city politics. But ... For too long,…
There’s an old saying that politics isn’t for the faint of heart. After running for state Assembly in 2024, I can honestly say that statement is absolutely true. As most…
We’ll be politely riding past a few local Native American villages on this morning’s trail. Relax. The names are sometimes tough to pronounce. Let me do the talking. You saddlepals just smile and…
I have had the misfortune of having a family member at Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital to treat a serious issue. While waiting for an elevator I noticed a large plaque…
Bruce Tracy’s “Another Trip to Death Row” (letters, May 19) was clearly written with compassion. As a Roman Catholic, I believe no person is beyond God’s mercy, and that redemption…
I think it somewhat presumptuous of Patrick Daems to write the sort of letter that he did (April 7). Taking the opening statement, “You start from the premise that everyone…
Saugus falls, Trinity advances: plus, scores from around the quarterfinals Following back-to-back wins in the first and second round of Division 7 baseball playoffs, Golden Valley’s historic season came to an end on Friday after the South El Monte Eagles won, 5-2, and eliminated the Grizzlies from the California Interscholastic Federation Southern Section championships. “We just got outplayed today. That's a good baseball team over there,” Golden Valley head coach Marc Kennedy…
Attendees dressed up and came down to the city of Santa Clarita's Senses: Medieval Quest event in Old Town Newhall on Thursday. Taking part in activities such as archery, jousting…
Outdoor and wildlife photographer Jayme Sun Thomas held her reception for her exhibition on Thursday at The Main, showcasing various photos of animals such as birds bobcats.
The residents trying to stop a development in Wiley Canyon in the courts received another hearing, this time in September, after refiling and serving a different party believed to be…
The cycling community is thoroughly enjoying the city of Santa Clarita’s “brand new free bike park,” according to the Instagram post shared with The Signal by a frustrated neighbor of…
The William S. Hart Union High School District’s Project 691 Robotics held a showcase on Saturday at West Ranch High School to engage with the community and inspire incoming high school students to join the team. The…
As the academic school year is coming to a close, families are prepared to celebrate graduations and embrace a new chapter of academic success for their fellow students. But not all choose to pursue…
Two buses filled with nearly 100 people visited the St. Francis Dam site on Saturday for the Santa Clarita History Center’s annual dam tour. The dam breached just before midnight on March 12, 1928,…
News release The Santa Clarita Valley Youth Orchestra is scheduled to conclude its spring season and celebrate its 40th anniversary with a free community concert on Sunday at 4 p.m. at The Wild…
According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry's 2024 trauma surveillance report, dental injuries affect one in six children by age 12, with the peak incidence occurring between ages 8-10…