‘What’s in a Word’ family game for the family
February 26, 2021
By Donna Erickson Signal Contributing Writer What do you think of when you hear the word “table”? In your mind, do you see the large rectangular piece of furniture in
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How heartworm affects household pets
February 26, 2021
Pets are beloved members of many families. So it’s no surprise that so many pet owners place such a great emphasis on raising healthy pets, often going to great lengths
No fads, just building healthy lifestyles
February 26, 2021
Every year, millions make resolutions to better their overall health and fitness by trying the latest fad diet or workout — but those goals are sometimes exhausted and abandoned even
Buy, sell, trade: card-market commodities
February 21, 2021
Over the course of the last year, the value for memorabilia has exploded. “There are so many weird things that have happened in the age of COVID … it has
When the hobby becomes part of a boom
February 21, 2021
Your favorite cards and comic books are once again prized commodities, not just for their sentimental value. The online auction site eBay.com, one of the largest platforms for sports and
Finding virtual connections for Thanksgiving weekend
February 21, 2021
After largely spending much of last year sheltering in place, children lost precious quality time in the classroom and with their extended family members. However, there’s still a number of
Creating sweet options for diets with restrictions
February 21, 2021
When Valencia resident Trisha Del Rosso went vegan, she was certain her sweet tooth would suffer. “I was pretty new to the options I had, and really had no clue
Snow season is here: time to hit the slopes
February 21, 2021
Where there’s rain, somewhere there’s snow, including in the mountains near the Santa Clarita Valley. With some of the first big winter storms of the season behind us, now is
How new habits are changing our workplace
February 19, 2021
One thing is for sure as we look toward the future of office space: change. For most, a healthy office or workspace is a social atmosphere — try and remember
A tasty slow-cooker granola the family will enjoy
February 19, 2021
By Donna Erickson Signal Contributing Writer We’re a granola-eating family. When the tall jar in our pantry reads almost empty, it’s time to stir up and bake a new batch.
Expert tips for welcoming a new kitten home
February 19, 2021
Fostering kittens and cats has risen in popularity during these unprecedented times, and many pet lovers are becoming fosters to help overcrowded animal shelters. Fostering a kitten can be a
Understanding what ‘certified-preowned’ vehicle means
February 19, 2021
The days when buying a used car was akin to a game of chance are largely a relic of the past. Though it’s still possible that used car buyers could
How to do your online shopping like a pro
February 19, 2021
Over the past year, online shopping has become the norm for all kinds of purchases, from groceries and household essentials to gifts and clothing. Shopping for clothes and other items
Seeking Sasquatch
February 19, 2021
Bigfoot, Squatch, Skunk Ape, Woods Devil … the Sasquatch is known by many regional names throughout the world. Tales of Sasquatch can be found throughout Native American culture. The Algonquian
What to look for when test driving preowned vehicles
February 19, 2021
Preowned vehicles have become hot commodities in recent years, reflecting a change in what drivers are looking for when it’s time to get a new ride. According to the market
Do-it-yourself strategies to deep-clean carpeting
February 19, 2021
What’s underfoot in a home can go a long way toward making residences comfortable and aesthetically appealing. A study of home buyer preferences using data from the National Association of
Prepare for your Springtime garden
February 19, 2021
By Jane Gates Signal Staff Writer While many landscapes are slumbering through the winter in North America, our gardens offer plenty of outdoor activities for the Santa Clarita gardener. Historically,
Recapturing that movie magic at the drive-in
February 19, 2021
By Ken Striplin City Manager Motion pictures have captivated audiences around the world since the earliest known exhibition of the technology more than 140 years ago. Over the years, as
Humor and healthy aging
February 19, 2021
By Mary Petersen Signal Staff Writer I received my second Covid vaccine a week ago. It’s hard to imagine that a full year has passed since we began this Covid
Rapid heartbeat appears normal on EKG
February 19, 2021
By Keith Roach, M.D. Signal Contributing Writer Dear Dr. Roach had symptoms of lightheadedness, so my doctor ordered an EKG and sent me to a cardiologist. They did a heart