Max Morgan | Blake Was a Threat
September 23, 2020 3:30 am
In his column questioning police tactics, The Signal’s Tim Whyte (Aug. 29) would have us believe the Aug. 23 shooting of Jacob Blake by Kenosha, Wisconsin, officers “is not a
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Scott Wilk | 2020 Reflections from Quarantine in Sacramento
September 22, 2020 10:26 am
While quarantining in my 500-square-foot studio apartment in Sacramento, I had time – a lot of time – to reflect on the past year. There is little doubt; it has
Judd Figatner | A Learning Opportunity
September 22, 2020 10:24 am
Re: Tim Whyte, “Our Valley’s New Crop of Felons?” (Sept. 5). Santa Clarita has an excellent graffiti abatement program. A quick check of past articles in The Signal shows numerous
Donald W. Ricketts | Lessons from Library Transition
September 22, 2020 9:49 am
In 2009 the three Santa Clarita libraries (Newhall, Valencia and Canyon Country) were part of the L.A. County Public Library system. That allowed Santa Clarita residents to borrow from the
David Hegg | Toward Ethical Disputes
September 20, 2020 2:38 am
By David Hegg I have been reflecting on an interesting question lately. Here it is. Is it ethically responsible to engage in activity you would angrily criticize in another person,
Jim Blumel | Consider Candidates’ Actions
September 20, 2020 2:36 am
In a recent letter to The Signal (Sept. 10), Richard Myers laments the difficulty in deciding whom to vote for. I would suggest he disregard the rhetoric of the candidates,
Albert Bigelow | The Problems with Mail-in Ballots
September 20, 2020 2:35 am
I have two concerns with mail-in ballots for the Nov. 3 election: 1. Possible fraud. California will send about 20 million ballots to people on current voter rolls. Last year
Paul Raggio | True grit
September 19, 2020 7:01 am
I’m a fan of John Wayne. I grew up watching his movies on the big screen, and one, in particular, is my favorite — a 1969 movie adaptation of Charles
Gwendolyn Sims | California Is a Veritable Dream State for Leftists
September 19, 2020 5:40 am
In deep blue California, one-party rule means the far-left Democratic officials who run the state have in effect been able to put in place every progressive policy they’ve ever wanted.
Santa Clarita library resources at your fingertips
September 18, 2020 12:00 pm
By Ken Striplin City Manager Did you know that September is Library Card Sign-Up Month? There’s no better time than now to get a library card if you have not
To your good health — Clinical trials, flax seeds and medication conflicts
September 18, 2020 12:00 pm
By Keith Roach, M.D. Signal Contributing Writer Dear Dr. Roach y wife has had dementia for over two years. There is an ad in our local paper for an Alzheimer’s disease
Helen Reddy — ‘The Queen of Housewife Rock’
September 18, 2020 12:00 pm
By Richard Roeper Signal Contributing Writer ‘I Am Woman’ Quiver Distribution presents a film directed by Unjoo Moon. Written by Emma Jensen. No MPAA rating. Running time: 116 minutes. Helen
Add seafood to your summer grilled meals
September 18, 2020 12:00 pm
Grilled meals provide a summer escape for many families by offering opportunities to spend moments together while enjoying flavorful dishes. As Americans face uncertainty in many aspects of life, one
A delightful, kid friendly family dessert
September 18, 2020 12:00 pm
Make family meals part of your home by digging into kid-friendly desserts like these Cheesecake Cupcakes with Oat and Walnut Crust, and join the Family Meals Movement, which encourages Americans
Tips to help you prepare for window replacement
September 18, 2020 12:00 pm
Though it may be hard to believe right now, colder weather is coming. This means it is time to think about staying warm. Inefficient or aging housing materials may compromise
Prevent mosquitoes from spoiling backyard fun
September 18, 2020 12:00 pm
Summer is a beloved time of year that’s often dominated by time spent outdoors soaking up summer sun. But all that extra time outdoors can make people vulnerable to mosquitoes.
Choosing safe and durable chew toys for your dog
September 18, 2020 12:00 pm
Most dogs explore and learn about their world with their noses and mouths. Chewing is a normal part of canine development, and the ASPCA says that dogs will chew in
Donna’s Day: Tasty and healthy Vegetable Ribbon Salad
September 18, 2020 12:00 pm
By Donna Erickson Signal Contributing Editor Wrap up the last of summer’s harvest with colorful ribbons of orange, green, yellow and red. Abundant zucchini, summer squash and carrots can be
Alan Ferdman | A Police Department or a Militia?
September 18, 2020 7:43 am
From the time I was young, to early this year when my mother left for heaven, I remember her telling me whenever things were not going my way, “every cloud
Dick Cesaroni | Why Lacey Is the Right Choice
September 18, 2020 7:39 am
Re: Election for L.A. County district attorney. Normally I do not write letters regarding any politics, but in this case I felt that I had to share my opinion with