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Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | Hoping not to shed tears over shed AC costs 

Question: I have a large unattached shed/garage, that I work from for side wood projects. I’m tired of the heat in the summer. It stops me from being out there as much as I want to be. What can I put out there for cooling purposes that will do the trick? I have a decent budget but don’t know where to begin. Any ideas on what to use, and who to get to help? Thank you in advance, for any advice.   — Suzanne V.  Answer: Suzanne, if your budget allows, I’d recommend hiring a licensed and insured HVAC contractor to install a mini split. Mini splits are wonderful, compact units that allow both heat and cooling, for smaller spaces.   Be sure to vet the contractor, ensuring that license and insurance are up to date. He will need to acquire permits for this and be sure to not make final payment until final inspection from building and safety has passed, the unit is functioning completely, and the work area has been cleaned. This would be my highest recommendation; they are wonderful units and highly efficient.  Robert Lamoureux has more than 40 years of experience as a general contractor, with separate licenses in electrical and

College briefs

College Briefs for June 25

Local trio named to dean’s list at Tufts University  Tufts University recently announced the dean’s list for the fall 2025 semester. Dean’s list honors at Tufts University require a semester grade point

Monsters spotted at Rancho Camulos? 

News release  Armed Bigfoot expeditions — in the Santa Clarita Valley? Werewolves reported in Castaic? Giant, man-eating grizzly bears wandering Canyon Country? UFOs hovering over Newhall? Valencia’s Vampire Van killer? A dream that saved

The Santa Clarita Elks Lodge No. 2379 recently held its annual Flag Day Ceremony, honoring the origins of the nation’s flag and its evolution to the present-day stars and stripes,. Courtesy photo.

Elks Lodge holds annual Flag Day ceremony 

News release  The Santa Clarita Elks Lodge No. 2379 recently held its annual Flag Day Ceremony, honoring the origins of the nation’s flag and its evolution to the present-day stars and stripes, the Elks announced in a news release. 

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SCCS, TMU grad works with NHL team 

News release  As Isaac Hopewell, a graduate of Santa Clarita Christian School and The Master’s University, walked beneath the arena seats, he could hear the crowd of nearly 20,000 fans cheering above

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City announces return of Float N’ Flicks 

News release  The city of Santa Clarita’s Float N’ Flicks is returning with two evenings of swimming, family fun and movies under the stars, the city announced in a news release.   Guests are invited to cool

Photos: ‘Beyond the moment’

Photographer Bruce McFarland was featured at the Canyon Theatre Guild in collaboration with the Santa Clarita Artists Association for his work titled ‘Beyond the Moment’, which highlighted a selection of McFarland’s

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | The thing about birch trees: They grow 

Question: Hey there Robert, my name is Alex. I’m thrilled to have the need to write in, as I’ve been a long-time reader and have learned so much from you. This one, though, has me stuck and unsure how to proceed.   I’ve owned my

Plea goes out to keep dogs running 

Dogs MJ, Shyla and Bonnie were the center of attention during the “Run with Dogs” initiative held by West Ranch High School’s track and field program just a few weeks ago.   The “Run with Dogs” initiative is aimed at helping dogs housed

Lauffer: It’s all about relationships 

Retiring HMNH VP melancholy, but excited about future after 3-decade career  Cardboard boxes lined up Marlee Lauffer’s office at Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, filled with personal belongings ranging from family photos to

Attendees could go on the L.A. County Fire Dozer during the Summer Fire Safety Press Conference at Towsley Canyon Trailhead on Friday, June 20, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

City, county to host Fire Safety Day 

News release  The city of Santa Clarita, in partnership with the county of Los Angeles and public safety agencies, invites the community to an educational event urging residents to stay prepared and protect their families, pets

College briefs

College Briefs for June 18

Parra Named to University of Mississippi chancellor’s honor roll   Sophia Parra, of Newhall, was named to the University of Mississippi’s fall 2025 honor roll.   Parra, in the bachelor’s of business administration in