
Reaching for the stars
By Jose Herrera Signal Staff Writer The Astronomical Society of the Pacific has presented Christine Hirst, an astronomy teacher at Arroyo Seco Junior High School, with the Thomas J. Brennan

By Jose Herrera Signal Staff Writer The Astronomical Society of the Pacific has presented Christine Hirst, an astronomy teacher at Arroyo Seco Junior High School, with the Thomas J. Brennan

After another year of pandemic stresses and strains, many are setting much-needed financial money goals to get back on track in the new year. It’s no surprise that more than

By Victor Corral Martinez Signal Staff Writer Many Americans celebrate the New Year by spending time with family, watching the countdown or celebrating at a bar or restaurant. And, many

By Jose Herrera Signal Staff Writer Life is full of experiences – work, finding love, paying taxes, staying healthy, raising a family and more. Once a person reaches a certain

By Ken Striplin Santa Clarita City Manager Happy New Year, Santa Clarita! I hope you and your family have had a wonderful holiday season full of happiness and joy. As

By Victor Corral Martinez Signal Staff Writer Looking for a local and unique way to ring in the new year? As 2021 comes to a close and residents prepare to

By Dan Watson Signal Staff Writer For some, the study of geography might seem as dry as a Santa Clarita Valley summer. But “Backyard Geographer” Professor Jeremy Patrich tries to

By Perry Smith Signal Managing Editor Well, despite some of our best intentions and hard work, 2020 has proven itself on numerous occasions to not be the year we had

As temperatures begin to cool — even if only slightly — and the leaves start changing color, it’s clear the beginning of the snow season is upon us. While it

Practicing self-care is good for the mind, body, and spirit. There are several things you can do to put the mind-body connection to work for you. One example is to

The exact causes of many headaches continues to confound medical researchers. Though the Cleveland Clinic notes that certain environmental factors, such as exposure to allergens or strong odors from household

By Jose Herrera Signal Staff Writer The holidays are upon us, and whether it’s a special meal with your family for Christmas or gatherings with friends for an unforgettable New

By Caleb Lunetta Signal Senior Staff Writer It’s that time of year again when the Christmas trees come in, the lights go up and the family comes home. While often

More families bring a new pet home during the holiday season than at any other time of the year. And while some may even choose to give a pet to

By Ken Striplin Santa Clarita City Manager Another year has flown by, Santa Clarita. Local businesses are getting back to normal operations, local youth are engaging in competitive sports again,

According to the American Heart Association, one in four heart attack or ischemic (clot-related) stroke survivors will have a second heart attack or clot-related stroke.1 To help prevent a second

By Ken Striplin Santa Clarita City Manager The safety and security of residents is a priority in the City of Santa Clarita. From partnering with the County of Los Angeles

By Caleb Lunetta Signal Senior Staff Writer They’re athletes, professionals and/or employees for 11 months a year, but for that single solitary annual bookend — the month of December —

By Victor Corral Martinez Signal Staff Writer A staple during the holidays in many Latino households is the iconic tamales at the dinner table, a treat that many families bond

By Jose Herrera Signal Staff Writer Most people assume Los Angeles is the city of stars with Hollywood and major television giants at the center with their studio tours or