Many people don’t know this, but NORAD actually has a dual purpose. “The North American Aerospace Defense Command is a United States and Canada binational organization charged with the mission
By Laurisa White Reyes Signal Contributing Writer The best job I ever had was during my first year of college when I worked for a little shop in Montrose called
As the weather in the Santa Clarita Valley begins to cool, it’s finally time to get into the holiday spirit. It’s become a tradition for many to start decorating for
By Michele E. Buttelman Signal Staff Writer When I was a child, Thanksgiving was a huge production. It was always held at my grandparents’ home and included a vast array
Low in fat, high in protein and an inexpensive source of iron, zinc, potassium and B vitamins, turkey makes a Turkey also tends to be the star of the show
With the coronavirus pandemic still at the forefront of everyone’s minds, it’s guaranteed that Thanksgiving will look a bit different this year. This year, as public health officials urge people
By Beau Harper Signal Staff Writer Whether purchasing a fresh or frozen turkey, consumers can be confident they are buying a quality product. The decision of which to purchase is
Each year, Veterans Day honors all of those who have served the country, thanking them for their sacrifices. For most Americans, it’s a day to thank their family and friends
With the coronavirus pandemic still at the forefront of everyone’s minds, it’s guaranteed that Thanksgiving and Black Friday shopping will look a bit different this year. Each year, it feels
With much of the world still in the midst of a pandemic, and the fate of trick-or-treating unknown, some Santa Clarita Valley residents, who have traditionally gone all out for
This year has meant all sorts of canceled plans and modified traditions, but residents can enjoy the perks of the fall season with a variety of family-friendly events that won’t
Labor Day 2020 is finally here. It may not be what you had envisioned, but it doesn’t mean there aren’t great recipes for making delicious foods for the family. For
As the weeks turn into months with the stay-at-home quarantine restrictions, weekends seemingly have become just a blur of days, for some. With Memorial Day weekend upon us, for example,
Three years after the Civil War ended, on May 5, 1868, the head of an organization of Union veterans — the Grand Army of the Republic — established Decoration Day
Amid the current coronavirus pandemic, any celebration, from our birthdays to our anniversaries, feels a bit strange, and Mother’s Day is no exception. While the “Safer at Home” directive may
Mother’s Day is a celebration of women who devote so much of their effort and energy to their families. Celebrating Mom on Mother’s Day lets her know all of her
Many are familiar with the story of Passover, the Exodus from Egypt. Each year we recount how our ancestors were liberated at this time of year. In Hebrew Egypt is called Mitzrayim, the “Narrow Place.”
It’s almost time to don your green or get pinched as St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner. Though we’re a few thousand miles away from Ireland, that doesn’t
If you’re like 70 million other Americans, you’re probably planning to spend Valentine’s Day at a restaurant this year. The National Restaurant Association found that about 30% of consumers will
Valentine’s Day can be a challenge: For some, the art of romance comes naturally, and the day is a holiday some look forward to all year. However, a recent study