The history behind the names: SCV edition
May 26, 2019
As Santa Clarita Valley residents, we quickly become familiar with the names of the neighborhoods that make up the valley, as well as the streets that intersect them. What many
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SCV’s 12 best burgers for National Burger Month
May 26, 2019
May is National Burger Month (yes, it’s a thing) and to celebrate, some of The Signal staff have compiled a list of their very favorite local burger spots in no
Home brew operations on the rise
May 26, 2019
The rise of craft breweries and niche wineries has probably caught the attention of those who like beer or wine. The Brewers Association says two breweries open per day in
Pumps and holding your plumber accountable
May 19, 2019
GFI Plugs I live in Canyon Country on a good size piece of property. We have a low spot near the back of the yard and we are quite tired
Don’t have it your way
May 19, 2019
Patty’s Place is a small downtown restaurant that serves lunch from 11 to 4. The place is busy, but quick, clean and pleasant. Patty cooks everything herself, the menu is
It’s the time of year to groom your pets
May 19, 2019
Liz Otis of Castaic has several poodles that require frequent grooming to prevent matting around the ears and all over their bodies. She takes Saxby, 8, and Grizwald, 1, to
A Second Wind: Have Partner, Will Travel
May 19, 2019
Last month, my husband and I traveled abroad for almost three weeks. We spent a magnificent week with family in the Lake District in England. It was a wonderful big
Ribs, slaw, grilled corn for that perfect Memorial Day family BBQ
May 19, 2019
Memorial Day weekend is the official start of the summer grilling season. Time to fill up those propane tanks for your gas barbecue and gather your ingredients for your signature
Mouthwatering Bran Muffins
May 19, 2019
I’ve been baking and writing about bran muffins for years. This spring, I put my favorite recipes to the test, and if my family tasters are honest, I’ve hit on
Calendar of Events: May 19, 2019 to June 1, 2019
May 19, 2019
ONGOING Mondays, 10 a.m. Join Barnes & Noble for a special Toddler Storytime at the Children’s Stage. Barnes & Noble, 23630 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita. Info: stores.barnesandnoble.com/store/2642 Wednesdays, 8 a.m.
A drive down Highway 126
May 19, 2019
By Nathanael Rodriguez, Signal Contributor Those heading down Highway 126 toward Ventura are often in search of sandy beaches and blue ocean waves. But this well-traveled two-lane road has a
Heads up! Stay safe on Santa Clarita streets this summer
May 19, 2019
Bike month is wrapping up in Santa Clarita. If you did not take advantage of the rides and excitement, don’t worry. Our beautiful trails and paseos are always there for
Five fun and easy ways to help your kids keep learning all summer
May 19, 2019
Did you know 96 percent of teachers say that each fall, students appear to have forgotten or lost some of the knowledge or skills they learned the previous school year?
Let the creativity flow at DIY home decor studios
May 19, 2019
The secret to creating display-worthy, do-it-yourself home decor is all in the maker’s ability to relax and trust the process, say the experts of Santa Clarita’s DIY design studios. A
Crazy Otto’s Valencia serves up enormous plates, even bigger smiles
May 19, 2019
Since its 1970s inception, iconic breakfast-lunch diner Crazy Otto’s has been dishing out meals big enough to satiate a lumberjack — literally. Chef Otto Lindsel originally got his start by cooking
SCV Water is more than just a water resource
May 19, 2019
SCV Water does more than provide residents and businesses with quality water at a reasonable cost. We provide our customers with opportunities to learn more about their landscape, the resources
Do a ‘digital detox’ on vacation
May 19, 2019
“Cleanse” diets are designed to help people clear their bodies of foods that might have an adverse effect on their health. Many people find such diets effective, prompting others to
West Ranch’s talented triple threat
May 19, 2019
Jason Greenwald, For The Signal When West Ranch head coach Casey Burrill constructed his roster before the 2019 baseball season, he knew one thing for certain: He had one of
Take a Memorial Day road trip to a place you’ve never seen before
May 19, 2019
Road trips should be spontaneous and are best taken in a convertible with plenty of junk food stowed aboard and no schedules to keep. While familiar haunts are favorite road
Compost is part of the circle of life in gardens
May 19, 2019
The season for fresh fruits and vegetables grown right in the backyard is upon us. Warm weather breathes life into fresh berries, tomatoes, eggplant, cucumbers and many other delectable fruits