Question: Robert, I know you are a construction expert, but I have questions regarding my yard. I’m hoping, as a newer homeowner, that you could guide me, so that I don’t have to waste
Dear me, time traveling is a wonderful thing. It seemed like it was January a moment ago and in the blink of an eye, we’re in the second month that begins with
News release This summer, the Santa Clarita Public Library invites the community to “Unearth a Story” in the library’s summer reading program. “From Monday, June 8, through Friday, July 24, readers of all ages can discover a season
Avery Swailes named to University of Mississippi dean’s honor roll Avery Swailes, of Valencia, was named to the University of Mississippi’s fall 2025 honor roll lists. Swailes, studying in the
By Mayor Laurene Weste On Monday, June 1, our community gathered to celebrate something truly special: the grand reopening of David March Park. I am proud to reflect on what this moment represents for Santa Clarita and to
It’s not every day that someone turns 102 — but between Marie De La Torre and her friend, Mary Blanchard, they’re only 12 days apart. Both De La Torre and Blanchard celebrated their birthdays at Casa Lupitas in Castaic on
News release The William S. Hart Union High School District governing board has unanimously approved the appointment of Nina Zamora as the new director of special programs. Zamora began her career in the Hart District as a
News release College of the Canyons will honor its 2026 graduating class during the college’s 57th annual commencement celebration on Friday in the college’s Cougar Stadium, located on the Valencia campus, according
News release The Newhall School District has announced the appointment of Chad Rose as the district’s new assistant superintendent of business services, effective July 1. Rose brings 32 years of school district experience to the role, including 21 years of service
News release The Santa Clarita Valley Salvation Army Corps is planning a sweet and exciting showdown at its third annual Donut Day, scheduled 3 p.m. Friday at the Newhall Community Center, located at 22421 Market St. in Newhall. Dignitaries, public
News release Dr. Megan LeCornu, a longtime supporter of Carousel Ranch, chose the local nonprofit as the recipient of her donation for a one-day Invisalign charity event held recently throughout the Los Angeles area. LeCornu,
News release As part of Elks National Youth Week in May, the Santa Clarita Elks Lodge spotlights community youth organizations that go above and beyond in their service to the community. Within this organization the leaders are asked to identify two
Dear Savvy Senior, Can men get osteoporosis or is it mostly a problem for women? When I fell and broke my wrist last winter, the ER doctor told me I
By Sara McCarthy For The Signal During a ribbon cutting ceremony Monday at David March Park, members of the Santa Clarita City Council, commissioners and local residents and families gathered around the new baseball field to celebrate the new
By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer Blood testing can be used to detect colorectal cancers, the American Cancer Society said on May 27. The society recommends regular screening for colorectal cancer for most
News release Lisa Joins has been appointed Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital’s vice president and chief human resources officer. Joins brings more than 25 years of human resources leadership, with a strong background in health care workforce strategy, organizational culture and
Hope you time travelers brought along a pillow for your saddle this morn. We’ve an extra-long journey ahead, saddlepals. There’s no time to waste, so let’s giddy-up into a most interesting trail ride into the backcountry of our rich, Santa Clarita Valley history …
Question: Hi Robert, your article has helped us over the years, time and time again. Thank you for keeping this going. We look forward to reading it and learning new ways to help ourselves with our home. We’ve been able to save a considerable amount of money by learning through your article and then being brave, executing with your direction. Today we have a question regarding flooring in a bathroom. We installed new flooring in most of our upstairs, using hard wood. We love that but know that bathrooms can be a problem with wood. Could we go with a faux wood in there, now that we are ready to replace the flooring? I know the Pergo-type flooring can have wood looks, we could get to a close match. What are your thoughts on this choice? Thanks for your help. — Mary and Tom V. Answer: Mary and Tom, Pergo is an option, though be sure to check on the height difference with your existing wood floor. Transitions can be installed — just make sure that the variance will not be a problem. This goes for all other material possibilities, too. As far as the Pergo itself, I personally prefer a tile product in a bathroom. I like that it is less temperamental with the moisture of a bathroom, and it is much more forgiving with that, in the event there is a leak. If you were to choose tile as your option, I’d encourage you to go with a slightly textured option, to lessen the slip factor. Smooth tile can be extremely slippery when wet, so be sure to make your choice with this in mind. Best of luck. Robert Lamoureux has more than 40 years of experience as a general contractor, with separate licenses in electrical and
News release Sen. Suzette Martinez Valladares, R-Acton, is scheduled Saturday to host the Care & Connect Autism Resource Fair to bring resources together at the Center for Autism and Related Disorders. The free, public event
Uni Jeon named to Ohio University’s president’s list Ohio University University College student Uni Jeon, of Canyon Country, has been named to Ohio University’s fall 2025 president’s list. At the end of