Unwanted accounts, check your tone, ambient music
June 6, 2020
By Kim Komando, Signal Contributing Writer There are about 1.8 billion operational websites, according to Internet Live Stats. But far too many sites are junk, so we tend only to
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‘Spelling the Dream’ plus whats up in DVDs
June 6, 2020
By Richard Roeper Signal Contributing Writer ‘Spelling The Dream’ No MPAA rating. Running time: 83 minutes. Netflix Pollyanna took me down. I don’t remember a single word I spelled correctly
Find inspiration in award-winning home design
June 6, 2020
Award-winning renovation projects aren’t just a way to identify top-notch contractors, they’re a chance for homeowners to gather ideas and learn from other home improvement success stories. One such source
Creating your own backyard oasis for summer
June 6, 2020
Our backyards are some of the best places to spend the summer months, especially if you’re practicing social distancing and are tired of being cooped up indoors. Fortunately, it’s possible
Pop a shareable snack
June 6, 2020
A whole-grain food, popcorn has energy-producing carbohydrates and fiber, which can help keep you satisfied longer when looking for an at-home snack to share with loved ones. With no artificial
Don’t ignore the signs of stroke
June 6, 2020
With hospitals around the country reporting a recent drop in the number of stroke cases arriving in their emergency rooms, some health experts suspect that fear of COVID-19 may be
Making sacrifices for our seniors’ care
June 2, 2020
When residents at Oakmont of Valencia Senior Living went into lockdown in mid-March amid rising fears of the coronavirus, their lives changed drastically, but it was the staff who took
More ways to battle quarantine boredom
May 31, 2020
Though you may be tackling quarantine boredom like a seasoned pro as we enter the ninth week since schools in the Santa Clarita Valley closed, the cabin fever has surely
When the cameras can start rolling again
May 24, 2020
It was less than six months ago, but it seems like much, much longer. The January issue of the Santa Clarita Valley Business Journal hosted a roundtable discussion with a
Honoring Memorial Day while in quarantine
May 24, 2020
As the weeks turn into months with the stay-at-home quarantine restrictions, weekends seemingly have become just a blur of days, for some. With Memorial Day weekend upon us, for example,
Up the Taste of Barbecue
May 23, 2020
A summer weekend isn’t complete until you fire up the grill, but flame-kissed steaks are just the start to an unforgettable meal that celebrates all the best of the season.
Maintenance tips for a more reliable ride
May 23, 2020
Your vehicle is a vital piece of transportation for getting you from point A to point B, making it important to keep it in good shape for when you’re ready
How to find the right mower for your lawn needs
May 23, 2020
Whether you’re a first-time homeowner or looking for an upgrade, deciding what lawn mower to purchase deserves careful consideration. Similar to day-to-day life, new technology over the last five years,
Remodel your way to a bigger return on investment
May 23, 2020
Homeowners and renters remodel, redesign and restructure their homes for a variety of reasons. Even a newly constructed dream home needs improvements over time. Common renovation projects include upgrading worn-out
Top tips to help you get ready to run this season
May 23, 2020
You’ve made the decision to get in shape, and whether your goal is a full marathon or simply a few laps around the neighborhood, there are a few steps to
Memorial Day traces back to the Civil War
May 23, 2020
Three years after the Civil War ended, on May 5, 1868, the head of an organization of Union veterans — the Grand Army of the Republic — established Decoration Day
Santa Clarita class of 2020: stronger than ever
May 23, 2020
By Mayor Cameron Smyth As the proud parent of three kids, I know the anticipation and excitement of graduation ceremonies. I’m looking forward to the day when my children will
Kim shares a few freebies you can find online
May 23, 2020
By Kim Komando, Signal Contributing Writer If you know where to look, there’s a number of free, useful things you can find online. Free online storage in the cloud Cloud
Kids can save lives by getting active at home
May 23, 2020
As millions of people across the globe social distance and self-quarantine to help prevent further spread of the novel coronavirus, kids and families can help save lives by getting active
Donna’s Day: Stuffed New Potatoes: a Spanish tapas snack
May 23, 2020
Do your kids snack all day? Some parents call it “grazing.” And when kids grab a bite here or there, it’s fine, as long as their quick forays into the