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Reconsider That Fixer Upper 

Financing option makes home improvement more attainable  For younger homeowners and first-time homebuyers in particular, money is likely to be tight. When most available cash is directed to the best

The El Moro Elfin Forest is home to an ancient oak grove of trees that grow only 4 to 20 feet tall. Photo El Moro Elfin Forest.

Midsummer Road Trip Time 

By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer  It’s hot. No, it’s really hot. It’s that time of year in the Santa Clarita Valley when everyone seems to either be in

A SECOND WIND 

International Experience at Home  By Mary Sortino Petersen  Signal Staff Writer  Two weeks ago, we stayed awake one night until after midnight. Quite a feat for me these days. We

Heritage Fire Napa will be held Aug. 20 at Charles Krug Winery in St. Helena. It is an outdoor culinary experience that brings together local chefs and memorable brands for a live-fire celebration. Photo Courtesy Heritage Fire 

Summer Fun in California 

By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer  There’s nothing like a California summers. As the temperature rises so do the options for fun in the sun. Beaches, golf courses, theme

Be Safe While Having Fun in the Sun 

By Maria Renthrow  For the Signal  With summer here, families across Southern California will be going swimming, grilling, hiking, camping, road tripping or boating as they celebrate the summer.  “Although

New Ways Doctors are Treating Cellulite 

Bothered by cellulite? You’re not alone. There are new way doctors are treating it.  At age 47, Jamie loves to exercise, running during the summer and going to the gym

America’s 10 Most Dangerous Jobs

By Oakley Lowe  Special to The Signal  America’s most dangerous jobs have been revealed in a new analysis of Bureau of Labor Statistics data.  Personal injury lawyers Agruss Law Firm

Tame Traffic-Related Stress 

Aggravation on the nation’s roadways has become a frequent topic of conversation over the last decade or so. Incidents that involved traffic-related acts of violence have gained increased attention over

Located in the Koreatown Plaza, H Mart is an Asian grocery store chain supplying imported packaged foods, housewares and ready-to-serve meals. PHOTO KOREATOWNPLAZA

Southern California Ethic Enclaves 

By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer  The 1980 census showed that California supplanted New York as the principal ethnic melting pot of America. The diversity of California offers residents

Exercise Like a Senior Athlete 

It’s vital to stay active as you age, but how can you keep working toward your fitness goals during the sweltering summer heat? Exercising outdoors as the temps — and

Lawn and Garden 

How to Keep Your Lawn Looking Green  Homeowners’ fasciation with a lush, green lawn is something that has developed over time and is still “growing” strong. According to a 2019

The Basics of Fertilizing Your Lawn 

Fertilizing a lawn can be intimidating. An array of fertilizers, with each seemingly designed to address a different issue, can make homeowners’ heads spin . However, fertilizing is a very

Decluttering 101 

By Michele E. Buttelman  Signal Staff Writer  It is said we spend the first half of our lives acquiring “things” and the second half of our life getting rid of