Alerting others in an emergency
January 29, 2021
Emergencies occur every day. Data from the 2016 National Hospital Ambulatory Medical Care Survey found around 145 million emergency department visits are made in the United States each year. Of
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Winter gardening that you can do indoors
January 29, 2021
By Jane Gates Signal Staff Writer When the weather is too chilly, windy or wet to work outside, it doesn’t mean you can’t still do gardening in comfort. Here are
Scare away monsters with a bedtime night-light
January 29, 2021
By Donna Erickson Signal Contributing Writer Just when it seems your young child has drifted off to sleep for the night, a plaintive voice echoes through the hallway. “Mom! I
On-trend kitchen and bath upgrades
January 29, 2021
Kitchens and bathrooms remain among the top picks for homeowners looking to upgrade because their functional contributions to the household can’t be overstated and they typically provide high return on
Looking at character, balance, luxury behind the wheel
January 29, 2021
From reliability to quality and aesthetics, every automobile manufacturer becomes known for specific attributes in their vehicles that set them apart from others. Foreign cars are no exception, with collectors
How to host a safe, socially distant wedding
January 29, 2021
It’s likely that few people heard of “social distancing” prior to 2020. That changed as the novel coronavirus spread rapidly across the globe and the world found itself in the
SCV teens keeping up the acts of kindness
January 24, 2021
The coronavirus crisis intensified the challenges many faced before the pandemic, but the challenges also spurred several initiatives that helped bring the community together. Perhaps most encouraging, many of those
Creative ways to be healthy in the home office
January 24, 2021
It’s almost been a year now since the concept of working from home became a reality for most, with makeshift home-office setups becoming the unofficial norm. As kitchen or dining
Young actors share fun, challenges amid the pandemic
January 22, 2021
For Mackenzie Hancsicsak and Maddy McGraw, two of Hollywood’s brightest young stars, 2020 was an interesting, stop-and-go year to say the least. Mackenzie stars as the young Kate in the
Clean your computer inside, out for better performance
January 22, 2021
Computers are significant investments and invaluable resources for school, work and recreational use. These days, the daily use of computers had increased. While an integral part of our daily activities,
How to welcome a new puppy to the family
January 22, 2021
Introducing a new puppy to your household can bring many rewards. However, getting the hang of things can take some time, especially for first-time pet owners. In fact, it takes
More adventure awaits bmx riders, mountain bikers
January 22, 2021
By Ken Striplin City Manager The new Trek Bike Park of Santa Clarita is already a smash hit with residents of all ages. Since its grand opening last September, we’ve
Rethink Your Home’s Interior
January 22, 2021
The Kitchen Kitchens are the most popular rooms in many homes. Even though The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics states the average person spends just 68 minutes each weekday consuming
Clean garden tools can mean healthier plants
January 22, 2021
Disinfecting garden tools can help ensure the long-term health of plants and vegetables. According to the University of Minnesota Extension, plant pathogens, including bacteria, fungi and viruses, cause diseases that
Graying with grace
January 22, 2021
For some people, gray hair comes with age. And, men and women have spent much time, money and energy covering their gray heads of hair with various hair dyes. But
Easy-to-make cookies
January 22, 2021
Whether it’s a home-cooked meal, a tasty snack or a delicious dessert, sometimes the best recipes are the easiest. Take your sweets to the next level by adding an option
Keep the focus on fun during family baking sessions
January 22, 2021
Baking is a beloved tradition in many families. Though family baking sessions tend to be especially popular during the holiday season, there’s nothing stopping families from breaking out the flour
Two four-star movies from Amazon studios, on-demand
January 22, 2021
By Richard Roeper Signal Contributing Writer ‘One Night in Miami’ Amazon Studios presents a film directed by Regina King. Rated R (for language). Available on Amazon Prime Video. The joke
Sunny-side up snowflakes
January 22, 2021
By Donna Erickson Signal Contributing Writer Put “Snowflakes Sunny-Side Up” on your breakfast menu and the nutritious surprise will brighten even the darkest of wintry mornings. Made with colorful slices
Learn the right ways to clean lawn, patio furniture
January 22, 2021
Once the days begin to grow a little bit longer and the numbers on the thermometer creep a tad higher, outdoor entertaining season is right around the corner. Homeowners may