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.
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How seismologists look at our chances of the next ‘Big One’
August 23, 2020
Though she was only 6 years old at the time, Jan. 17, 1994, is a day longtime Newhall resident Colleen Oliver will never forget. Startled awake at 4:31 a.m., Oliver
Santa Clarita Valley locations that are a ‘must-see’
August 22, 2020
From Vasquez Rocks Natural Area Park to the magnificent mansion of silent movie star William S. Hart, these landmarks in the Santa Clarita Valley are a “must-see” for every SCV
Trying to earn a scholarship during a pandemic
August 22, 2020
While the professionals might have a chance, or are presently taking their chance, to return to the sport they love, the same is not being said for the young athletes
Drive-ins and rooftop movies in and around the SCV
August 22, 2020
Let’s face it: With our return to the movie theater we’re used to after an already monthslong shutdown brought forth by the pandemic, you probably already finished going through Netflix
Hobbies, renovations and other quarantine-at-home ideas
August 16, 2020
As Santa Clarita Valley residents enter month six of the quarantine, it’s as if the pandemic has transported us back to an era where there’s endless time to fill. With
Staying active, engaged while dealing with quarantine
August 15, 2020
Several months have passed since the onset of the statewide safer-at-home orders, which have kept residents indoors and away from those outside of one’s family unit or from their favorite
California’s national parks should be on your bucket list
August 15, 2020
California is home to nine national parks, more than any other state — Alaska is second with eight. History of National Parks On March 1, 1872, Congress established Yellowstone National
Saugus High alum sets sights on 2021 Olympic goals
August 15, 2020
Nowadays, it’s pretty hard to know what to expect. On May 21, the 2020 Summer Olympics were canceled. Abbey Weitzeil, a two-time Olympic medalist and National Swimmer of the Year
Keeping your skin healthy in these high temps
August 8, 2020
Summer is here, meaning many Santa Clarita Valley residents are being exposed to 100-degree temperatures and the sun’s harmful rays. In addition to causing long-lasting skin damage, the Skin Cancer
The modern-day Sherlock Holmes
August 8, 2020
For many, the traditional picture of a private investigator conjures up an image of someone dressed in a dark overcoat and fedora who sneaks around in the dead of night.
Outdoor adventures meant to push your limits
August 8, 2020
As what feels like an eternity in quarantine continues, some feel like they’ve exhausted all the traditional, family-friendly options for fun in the sun this summer. But knowing that for
Carving out their slice of the American dream
August 8, 2020
It’s been 30 years since Lucky and Manjit Singh moved to the United States from India. In that time, they’ve had two children, owned a convenience store and, more recently,
Restaurants expand local summer dining options
August 2, 2020
At a time when the coronavirus is at the forefront of everyone’s mind, restaurants across the Santa Clarita Valley are stepping up their game to provide guests with unique outdoor
How parents can help with schools’ distance learning
August 1, 2020
Distance learning is the new norm for the fall. That was decided over the course of the last few weeks here locally while schools and districts around the country grapple
Getting fit, staying socially distanced in the SCV
August 1, 2020
Although not an easy feat, many gym owners in the Santa Clarita Valley successfully hurdled through the first wave of coronavirus shutdowns and quickly adapted to the second round that
How to capture the best photos with your phone
August 1, 2020
Smartphone cameras are getting better and better with each update released, so it’s no surprise that we are uploaded billions of photos to social media daily. Whether you want to
Learning fro the comfort of your home
July 25, 2020
As of this week, every school district within the Santa Clarita Valley has taken the in-person experience of school and put it into an online platform, citing the need to
Lending your community a helping hand
July 25, 2020
The COVID-19 crisis has upended everyday life, including how and where one can volunteer. But the desire for people to give back has not changed for many in the Santa
Time to pack up the trailer and ride
July 25, 2020
Well, by almost any indication, this year’s summer vacation will probably look a little bit different than last year’s. With the ebb and flow of pandemic concerns likely to stay