Creating yard art from the most unusual things
September 12, 2020
By Jane Gates Signal Staff Writer You can make do-it-yourself yard art with a little of your own creativity. Yard art is anything that will decorate your landscape. You can
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Protect vehicle paint finish
September 12, 2020
Perhaps nothing ages a car or truck more than a lackluster exterior finish. Even if vehicles are only a few years old, failure to maintain the paint, tires and chrome
Commonly used terms to know for fire season
September 12, 2020
Santa Clarita Valley residents are also no stranger to seeing pictures of super tankers filling up at Castaic Lake, or seeing convoys of fire engines and vehicles streaking down the
How to avoid drug interactions
September 12, 2020
Hundreds of millions of people across the globe rely on medications for their survival. In fact, the percentage of people using prescription medications may surprise people who work outside the
How to prepare for an emergency evacuation
September 12, 2020
Gov. Gavin Newsom just shared we’ve had more than 1 million acres burn this year, one of the worst fire seasons in history. And in the midst of the fires,
Donna’s Day: Make a lamplight that is polka-dot bright
September 12, 2020
By Donna Erickson Signal Contributing Editor I love lampshades and how they create character in a room. Sometimes they hearken back to a more romantic time. Just walk into a
Places where you can ‘take home a piece of your past’
September 12, 2020
Rooster’s Relics Antiques is a trip back in time, just 20 minutes east of Valencia. Owner Rita Hood, born and raised in Saugus, is a corporate accountant. Hood and her
Tutors in the SCV: making the most of distance learning
September 5, 2020
As of now, the computer screen is the new classroom. In a statement made earlier this week, California Gov. Gavin Newsom said based on current epidemiological data in communities, more
A historical tour of the SCV: fun for the whole family
September 4, 2020
Whether you’re simply visiting the Santa Clarita Valley for a day or two, or you and your family have made it home for the last few decades, one stark thing
Separating fact from fiction in regard to rabies
September 4, 2020
Pet owners are introduced to rabies when their veterinarians discuss the need for rabies vaccinations for their pets. But even after having their pets vaccinated, rabies may remain a mystery,
Minimize the appearance and discomfort of rosacea
September 4, 2020
Skin is the largest organ in the human body. As a result, when skin is compromised, the results can be painful and noticeable. Rosacea is a common skin condition that
Celebrate the ‘can dos’ in the Santa Clarita Valley
September 4, 2020
By Ken Striplin City Manager Since March, residents in the Santa Clarita Valley have consistently heard about all the things they CAN’T do, with new restrictions being put in place
Distilling a bit of magic and laughter in Valencia
September 4, 2020
By Perry Smith Sunday Signal Editor The five friends hadn’t gotten together in months, due to COVID-19, but when they assembled on a recent Saturday, they didn’t miss a beat.
For your Labor Day BBQ
September 4, 2020
Labor Day 2020 is finally here. It may not be what you had envisioned, but it doesn’t mean there aren’t great recipes for making delicious foods for the family. For
Vitamin D deficiency following gastric bypass
September 4, 2020
By Keith Roach, M.D. Signal Contributing Writer Dear Dr. Roach I am a 72-year-old woman in fair health. I had strong bones until I had gastric bypass surgery. Within two years,
Ethan Hawke is great as Nikola Tesla in ‘Tesla’
September 4, 2020
By Richard Roeper Signal Contributing Writer ‘Tesla’ IFC Films presents a film written and directed by Michael Almereyda. Rated PG-13 (for some thematic material and nude images). Running time: 103
Give Spicy Snacks a Sweet Touch with Grapes
September 4, 2020
When looking to guide your family toward healthier snacks, success can be as simple as rethinking the ingredients you choose to use, including your favorite produce, such as grapes. Fresh
How to get the laundry room renovations you’ll love
September 4, 2020
Does it seem like your hamper is always full and the washing machine is running constantly? You may not be imagining it. Laundry Butler for You, a wash, dry and
How to help pollinators flourish for you and others
September 4, 2020
You may already be aware that pollinators are important to everyone on the planet. But did you know that one in every three bites of food is made possible by
Five ways to protect hearing
September 4, 2020
The saying “you don’t know what you’ve got ‘til it’s gone” is never more true than in regard to hearing. It’s easy to take hearing for granted, but even momentary