Headlines tell story of St. Francis Dam failure
March 19, 2021
By Michele E. Buttelman Signal Staff Writer The bold, black headlines echo down through the years, staring up from the fading, crumbling newspapers that carried the tale of death and
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Passover is a Jewish celebration of freedom
March 19, 2021
Passover is a Jewish celebration that begins this year at sundown on March 27 and ends on April 4. Passover typically occurs around the same time as Christian Easter. In
Beekeepers part of SCV’s thriving agriculture
March 13, 2021
For a lot of people, the story of bees begins and ends with knowing these little insects build hives, help pollinate and can sting. But the insects are also a
Ready to welcome the community to The Cube
March 12, 2021
By Bill Miranda Santa Clarita City Mayor After months of renovations, the ice is frozen, the walls are painted, plumbing fixtures have been replaced, flooring has been updated and new
Print shamrock shapes for St. Patrick’s Day
March 12, 2021
By Donna Erickson Signal Contributing Writer Fill your house with the luck of the Irish on St. Patrick’s Day, Wednesday, March 17. These creative and fun-to-do family activities will keep
Four easy ideas to enhance your 2021 garden
March 12, 2021
Gardening enthusiasm is surging thanks to our increased time at home — whether on a small-space patio or in a larger backyard. In fact, people spent 42% more time gardening
Deep vein thrombosis usually due to surgery
March 12, 2021
By Keith Roach, M.D. Signal Contributing Writer Dear Dr. Roach I am a 47-year-old woman. Five years ago, I developed a blood clot in my left leg after fracturing my ankle
Why a tech career might be just right for you
March 12, 2021
If you have an interest in innovation, a passion for helping people and the confidence to let your creativity shine, there are exciting and rewarding career opportunities available to you
St. Paddy’s Day celebrations are back on!
March 12, 2021
Last year, St. Patrick’s Day 2020 was all but canceled due to a new pandemic sweeping across the globe. A day usually celebrated with corned beef, shepherd’s pie and green
Helping older adults stay active at home during COVID
March 12, 2021
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, many older adults are following the advice of public health experts and remaining at home to limit risk of exposure. Bad weather conditions can also
Experience the butterflies in SoCal
March 12, 2021
By Michele E. Buttelman Signal Staff Writer Butterflies are magical. But in addition to their beauty, these delicate insects are an important part of the food chain. Butterflies, like bees,
Qualley is ‘endearing’ in ‘My Salinger Year’
March 12, 2021
By Richard Roeper Signal Contributing Writer ‘My Salinger Year’ IFC Films presents a film written and directed by Philippe Falardeau, based on the book by Joanna Rakoff. Rated R (for
Thinking outside the box, on wheels
March 12, 2021
While the pandemic brought about a number of challenges, it also inspired opportunities — like the brightly colored bus full of preschoolers who can often be heard singing along with
Quick tips to revitalize your most-used spaces
March 12, 2021
Have the cold winter months left your home feeling a bit dirty, drab or disorganized? Are you feeling the urge to purge? Then it’s time for some spring cleaning. With
Fun ways to keep your cat entertained at home
March 12, 2021
Thanks to the pandemic, many people have gone from working in an office to working from home, giving cat owners a chance to spend more time with their furry friends.
An easy, crunchy peanut-brittle recipe
March 5, 2021
By Donna Erickson Signal Contributing Writer Classic recipes sometimes scare me off. Too many steps, too many risks for failure and too many pans to clean. No wonder I was
Marla Grayson cares a lot; ‘Kenan’ is warm, funny
March 5, 2021
By Richard Roeper Signal Contributing Writer ‘I Care a Lot’ Netflix presents a film written and directed by J Blakeson. Rated R (for language throughout and some violence). Running time:
What those aged 50+ need to know about shingles
March 5, 2021
At age 57, journalist, songwriter and Maryland resident Alice was getting ready for her wedding and writing her first musical when she contracted shingles. “I love to write songs, play
Bare root planting season in Santa Clarita
March 5, 2021
By Michele E. Buttelman Signal Staff Writer There is still time to head to the nursery for your bare root roses, trees and vines. Mike Wronkowski, nursery manager of Green
Insurance considerations for the road ahead
March 5, 2021
As we move away from a year unlike any other, Americans have developed a newfound tolerance for uncertainty — and the need to prepare for it. The start of a