It’s that time of year when residents begin watching familiar trails, creek beds, and neighborhood streets for the earliest hints of fall color. While the Valley’s chaparral landscape doesn’t produce
Who knew that Mt. Baldy offered more than just winter fun? Mt. Baldy, less than two hours from the Santa Clarita Valley, offers great hiking trails, off-grid tent camping with
Residents in Saugus, Canyon Country and Stevenson Ranch are reporting more frequent sightings of bobcats and coyotes moving through residential streets, landscaped greenbelts and open-space edges — a trend wildlife
It’s that time of year and rattlesnake activity is spiking on popular trails. One local expert says the community should prepare for even more encounters in the weeks ahead. For
Everything costs more, especially health care. The best way to avoid paying high health care bills is to actively seek ways to improve your health and wellness. Here are a
As summer fades and temperatures begin their gradual slide, small towns within a short drive of the Santa Clarita Valley are rolling out targeted fall tourism campaigns designed to attract
Pet DNA testing has rapidly evolved from a niche curiosity into a mainstream tool for understanding companion animals. Pet owners are increasingly turning to genetic testing kits to learn more
Breast cancer affects millions of individuals around the world each year. Despite the global prevalence of breast cancer, various organizations report high five-year survival rates, particularly among women whose cancers
Those who love to run have a number of reasons why they choose running and it’s not just the “runner’s high.” Barbara Clarkson, of Valencia, began running cross country track
As fall settles into Southern California, local drivers begin to face a familiar seasonal shift: cooler mornings, gusty afternoons, and the first hints of unstable weather along the region’s busiest
It’s time to relax by the ocean and watch the surfers play on California Surfing Day, Sunday, Sept. 20. California is a surfer’s paradise, with dozens of iconic surf spots
For residents craving a change of scenery without committing to a full weekend away, micro getaways offer a refreshing solution: short, accessible trips that deliver maximum relaxation in just 24
Many Americans are seeking ways to press reset, turning to meditation apps, gym memberships and beyond to improve mental health. However, there may be a simpler (and more effective) option: spending
Who doesn’t enjoy a fun time with beer, sausages, pretzels and brass oompah bands? If you’ve been waiting all year to unleash your inner Polka dancer, the wait is almost over, many Oktoberfests will bring the party to the Southland
Portions from Metrocreative Come the first Monday of September, many children and their parents start to face the reality that school, if it hasn’t yet started, is about to begin again. That’s because Labor Day marks
Travelers are more likely to trust a travel advisor over AI when the trip becomes complicated, expensive or likely to change. According to new research from ALG Vacations, a leading
When Eileen Smulson walked into the newly built West Valley Animal Shelter in Chatsworth on a rainy day in January 2008, she had no idea the visit would change the
After the extremes of summer weather in the Santa Clarita Valley have receded it will be time for fall gardening season. “The extreme heat of summer is challenging for all
When exploring Southern California, you may be mostly drawn to the rivers, lakes, beaches and mountains. But, there are other areas to explore within those locations that are underground. According
By Alicia Doyle Sunday Signal Writer As August settles over the city, the long summer days begin to soften into cooler evenings — an ideal window for residents to step outside,