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HMNH appoints Lisa Joins VP and chief human resources officer 

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

The Time Ranger

The Time Ranger | Recalling Mr. Sims, Composer of Hart’s Alma Mater 

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 … 

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | In search of bathroom flooring options 

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

Press release

Valladares to host free autism resource fair  

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

College briefs

College Briefs for May 28

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

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Include Everyone Project to host adaptive performing arts camp 

News release  The Include Everyone Project of SCV is scheduled starting June 15 to host its summer camp, “The Magic Within,” the Santa Clarita Valley’s only adaptive performing arts camp designed to empower individuals of all abilities through

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Child & Family Center earns re-accreditation 

News release  Child & Family Center announced that its three service locations have once again been re-accredited by the Joint Commission under its Behavioral Health Care and Human Services accreditation program.   Joint Commission accreditation

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Plans under way for 2026 Quilt Guild show  

News release  The Santa Clarita Valley Quilt Guild is planning its 2026 “Where Quilts and Friendships Bloom“ Quilt Show, scheduled 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 24-25, at the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center

The local division of California Retired Teachers Association recently held its spring luncheon with a guest speaker from the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency. Courtesy photo.

CalRTA learns about water conservation 

News release  The local division of California Retired Teachers Association recently held its spring luncheon with a guest speaker from the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency.    The conversation included information about conserving water and the rebates available for upgrading outdoor watering. Attendees left with packets of seeds, flowers, plants, and goodies

Nicole Callahan, left, and daughter, Okema Maxson display their crafts at their booth during the Juneteenth Celebration presented by NAACP Santa Clarita at Central Park in Saugus on Saturday, 061524. Dan Watson/The Signal

NAACP to host Juneteenth celebration 

News release  The NAACP Santa Clarita Branch is inviting the community to gather, reflect and celebrate at the 3rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration Family Day in the Park.   The free event is scheduled 10 a.m.

Learning Post Academy graduation celebrates self-determination 

It’s possible that Learning Post Academy’s 2026 graduating class represents the aftermath of a sea change for middle and high school education.  Five years after the first fall of the COVID-19 pandemic, the students initially driven to online instruction by

Robert Lamoureux

Robert Lamoureux | The case of the mystery deck surface

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

Project 691 Robotics showcases student-built robot 

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

Our Community Salutes celebrates 70 enlistees 

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

USA Softball Southern California Western District Champions at the Fourth of July Parade on July 4, 2025 in Santa Clarita, Calif. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Registration Open for Fourth of July Parade 

News release  Registration is now open for the Santa Clarita Valley Fourth of July Parade, returning Saturday, July 4, at 9 a.m.   This year’s theme is “Celebrating 250 Years of America’s Freedom, its People,