The Important Role Bees Play in Lawns and Gardens 

A colorful garden in full bloom is an aesthetically appealing sight each spring and summer. The pleasant aromas emanating from such spaces only add to their appeal.  Many variables contribute

Understanding ‘Warning Strokes’ 

What to expect if you experience stroke symptoms, even if they disappear.  Diagnosing a transient ischemic attack (TIA), sometimes called a “warning stroke,” can be challenging because symptoms often disappear

This Moreton Bay Fig Tree has been part of the San Diego’s Balboa Park landscape since 1914. PHOTO COURTESY VISIT SAN DIEGO.

California’s Historic Trees 

By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer  California is home to many notable landmarks, historic sites and “must see” attractions. People travel from across the globe to visit the Golden

PHOTO COURTESY NEWPORT COASTAL ADVENTURE

Whale Watching in Southern California 

By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer  Southern California is blessed with an amazing climate, stunning mountains and the beautiful and majestic Pacific Ocean. It should be no surprise that

Five Ways to Get Your Pet Ready for Fall 

Pets provide unconditional love to their companions; in return, it’s important to make sure they live happy and healthy lives by providing the best care possible.  This means making sure

Is it Time to Move to An Assisted Living Facility? 

Assisted living facilities provide a vital service to families across the globe. In fact, more than 800,000 people in the United States are currently living in assisted living facilities, according

The César E. Chávez National Monument was designated a national monument in 2012. The memorial garden features a gravesite and fountain honoring Cesar Chavez and a remembrance of the farmworker movement's martyrs. The Memorial Garden is open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Labor Day Weekend Celebrations 

By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer  Labor Day, the official end of summer and the last travel three-day weekend travel escape before end of the year festivities begin to

A Second Wind 

Downshifting to Fall  By Mary Petersen  Signal Staff Writer  Our grandson started kindergarten last week. There was plenty of fanfare preparing him for this momentous occasion. New backpack, lunchbox, haircut,

Augusta National Golf is famous for hosting The Masters. COURTESY PHOTO.

The World’s Most Desired Golf Courses 

By Grahm Green  Special to The Signal  Augusta, Sawgrass & St Andrews are the courses golf fans want to play at the most.  Augusta National is the most popular golf

Declutter Bathrooms in Six Simple Steps 

Due to their small size and heavy usage, bathrooms can become messy, cluttered areas for many families. For those with smaller bathrooms, storage solutions can be even harder to find.

Cooking Clean 

With many people focused on achieving a cleaner and healthier lifestyle, taking actionable steps such as recycling, using less hot water and eating nutritious foods can help lower your carbon

Running back Aidan Hicks (30) scored a touchdown during the third quarter of Valencia's game against Bishop Amat. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

SCV football week 2 preview 

By Justin Vigil-Zuniga and Tyler Wainfeld  Signal Sports Writers   Week one of high school football is officially over after an exciting opening weekend of action.  Hart, Valencia, Canyon and Trinity