Sunday Signal

Great Escapes: Memorial Day Weekend

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

How home care can help with health care

Whether young or old, health care has evolved for every patient through the pandemic. And while it’s been a year of ups and downs, those in the industry have done

A day at the ranch with the ‘big birds’

From its flightless birds to its growing orchard to its camping spots along the Pacific Crest Trail, Quail Run Ostrich Ranch is an adventure waiting to happen in nearby Lake

Farm-to-Table in Newhall and Valencia

Since Larry McClements took the helm of the Newhall Farmers Market, the Saturday open-air market in Old Town Newhall has grown. “When I first took it over, which is about

Outdoor TVs up the ante in outdoor living areas

Outdoor living areas provide a great way for homeowners to spend more time outdoors doing the things they love. That includes watching their favorite shows. Many homeowners take televisions designed

Ways to reach a healthy blood pressure

To take care of your heart, it’s important to know and track your blood pressure. Millions of Americans have high blood pressure, also called hypertension, but many don’t realize it

How to Create a Realistic Budget

A budget is one of the most important financial tools in your arsenal, but budgeting isn’t one size fits all. In order to be successful, your budget should reflect your

Getting a handle on all your content options

With a reasonable budget and some technical savvy, the world of digital content one can stream to their home or desktop is essentially a limitless expanse these days. In addition

Gardening in the merry month of May

By Jane Gates Signal Staff Writer As we move into the dry, hot weather of summer, we only have a little while left to take advantage of cooler days for

Spring cleaning your personal technology

People typically think of spring cleaning as a time to polish up their homes. However, spring is also a great time to evaluate if your technology is working for you

Sharing spring with the wildlife

The weather is getting warmer and the flowers are blooming — spring is here. It’s the season where everything is growing and coming to life, even the animals, which means

Fire season comes early to Santa Clarita

Fire experts forecast 2021 to be one of the worst years for brushfires to date.  In a normal year, the state’s fire season lasts from mid-May to around early November.

Create abstract art with melted crayons

By Donna Erickson Signal Contributing Writer Before you toss out the crayon stubs your school-age kids have hoarded in shoeboxes and drawers around the house this past winter, make these

COVID-19 ‘long haulers’ face harrowing journey

While most people who contract COVID-19 recover completely within a few weeks, studies have shown anywhere from 10%-30% aren’t as lucky.  In fact, millions of Americans are battling lingering symptoms

What to expect from cataract surgery

Cataracts are a clouding of the lens of the eye that can cause blurry vision and increase glare from lights. The Mayo Clinic indicates that cataracts can make it difficult

Easy, Satisfying Spring Recipes

Whether you enjoy your spring meals al fresco or simply turn to warm-weather dishes at the comfort of your own dining table, the season brings with it a perfect excuse

Adventure awaits at your local library!

By Bill Miranda Santa Clarita City Mayor There hasn’t been a time in my life where I haven’t enjoyed going to the library. Whether it was growing up in New

Sometimes moms need a ‘time-out’

Are you still looking for a way to spice up Mother’s Day? How about a time-out? “What?” you say. Time-outs may be torturous for young children eager to get up