Sunday Signal

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

Serve breakfast in bed for Mother’s Day

By Donna Erickson Signal Contributing Writer Pssst. Mother’s Day is coming on May 9. With busy spring schedules on family calendars, it’s not too early to begin preparations to pamper

Planning the future for Santa Clarita

The City of Santa Clarita has built a reputation for being a forward-thinking organization that sets a vision and explores creative solutions that meet the community’s current and future needs.

Some feline facts you can purr over

Shelters often are the first stop for people who want to become pet parents. The ASPCA says around 6.5 million companion animals enter shelters each year, and 3.2 million of

Remembering how we got to Sesame Street

By Richard Roeper Signal Contributing Writer ‘Street Gang: How We Got To Sesame Street’ Screen Media presents a documentary directed by Marilyn Agrelo. Rated PG (for some thematic elements, language

Suprise Mom with these delicious desserts

Mother’s Day is around the corner and this is a good time to start thinking about a special dessert to end her special day. There’s Margarita Cupcakes and a Very

Simple ways to maintain memory as you age

Adults confront various age-related side effects as they transition from middle age to their golden years. Skin may begin to wrinkle and hair may turn gray, but those are just

Thinking about Mom for Mother’s Day

After a pandemic-induced, stress-filled year, mom deserves something special, and Mother’s Day is fast-approaching. There are a number of local businesses here in the Santa Clarita Valley that can provide

How COVID-19 can impact our clicking, spending

Did you experience emotional spending during the pandemic? A little over half of Californians did, according a March 2021 poll published by the American Addiction Centers. Emotional spending is also

Fitness centers delivering safety and sweat

Gyms and fitness centers are reopening more of their operations with each new public health order.  At the beginning of April, the Los Angeles County Public Health Department issued revised

Celebrate Mom With an Afternoon Tea

By Michele E. Buttelman Signal Staff Writer Treat your mother to an exceptional Mother’s Day, by hand crafting a special occasion afternoon tea in her honor. Avoid the temptation to

Evaluating seniors’ biggest expenses

New parents may not be able to visualize that one day their largest expenditures won’t be centralized around providing necessities for their children. Adults go though many years of paying