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Two missing persons reports leave questions unanswered
On average, Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies receive several hundred missing persons reports each year, and sometimes more than one a day. Due to
June 22, 2019
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How to keep your home safe while on vacation
With summer just around the corner, families everywhere are getting ready for exciting summer vacations. But those vacations aren’t just exciting for you; summer is
June 22, 2019
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Canyon Country Barber shop celebrates the big 5-0
Olive-tinted leather chairs with built-in ashtrays. Clippers and a scalp massager. Even a wooden rack adorned with all the magazines you’d expect to find at
June 21, 2019
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Vaping — a growing national epidemic
More and more teenagers across the nation are beginning to experiment with tobacco and marijuana products through the use of vape pens and devices like
June 15, 2019
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Finance
Card skimmers at the gas pump: how to spot and avoid scams
The number of credit card skimmers at gas pumps, ATMs and other points of sale has risen dramatically over the last few years, hitting various
June 15, 2019
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Off the SCV’s beaten paths
The true motorbike and off-road riders understand why most bikes and gear shops tend to be closed on Sundays on Mondays. “Our industry has always
June 14, 2019
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Health & Fitness
How to survive the sweltering, summer heat
School’s out for much of the Santa Clarita Valley and that means that summer’s almost here. Temperatures have already reached the triple digits, sparking multiple
June 14, 2019
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Study finds Gen Z is stressed out about money
A recent Turbo survey found that Generation Z’s top money problem is student loan debt, but James McKinney, with Status Not Quo in Valencia, shared
June 8, 2019
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Experts share how to talk to kids about safe driving
There’s freedom, convenience and thrill behind getting your driver’s license for the first time as a teenager but statistics show the leading cause of death
June 8, 2019
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The faces behind roadside memorial shrines
Whether young or old, in a car or on a bike, several high-profile crashes in the Santa Clarita Valley over the last few years have
June 7, 2019
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Trick riders: the daredevils of horse riding
Performing stunts while riding a horse is a time-honored tradition for some risk-takers. Trick riding has been around for years, and perhaps the most standout
June 7, 2019
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Environment
Recycling: You may be doing it wrong
Sometimes, we put things in the recycling bin simply because we want them to be recyclable. A plastic bag, a greasy pizza box, a paper
June 1, 2019
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Art
Let’s get crafty, Santa Clarita!
If you’re artsy and crafty, Santa Clarita is the perfect place for you. Not only are there various classes and events, but also plenty of
June 1, 2019
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Overcoming adversity to become Top Dog
The Tucker family’s dog grooming business endeavors brought them closer together at a time when they needed just that. MacKenzie Tucker was perfectly healthy until
May 31, 2019
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Health and Lifestyle
When you’re always a little late…
For many of us, there are three little words that almost always accompany our delayed entrance into a meeting, class or date. It’s the phrase,
May 31, 2019
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News Features
How to buy a new car in Santa Clarita
Depending on who you speak with when it comes to buying a car, there are a number things to be on the lookout for, from
May 26, 2019
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Community
The history behind the names: SCV edition
As Santa Clarita Valley residents, we quickly become familiar with the names of the neighborhoods that make up the valley, as well as the streets
May 26, 2019
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Food
SCV’s 12 best burgers for National Burger Month
May is National Burger Month (yes, it’s a thing) and to celebrate, some of The Signal staff have compiled a list of their very favorite
May 26, 2019
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Home brew operations on the rise
The rise of craft breweries and niche wineries has probably caught the attention of those who like beer or wine. The Brewers Association says two
May 26, 2019
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Mentryville, the SCV’s first boom town
In 1876, Charles Alexander Mentry would bring in California’s first commercially viable oil well in Pico Canyon. He pulled liquid gold out of the ground,
May 18, 2019
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Giving back to those who made a difference
It was his sixth-grade teacher who changed it all for Santa Clarita resident Tyler Anderson. When others failed to see his academic potential, his educator
May 18, 2019
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A few of the SCV’s more infamous bank robbers
The day prison doors recently swung open for the bank robber who came to be known as the “Bombshell Bandit.” Sandeep Kaur, now 29, was
May 17, 2019
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Voicing his full potential
By Nathanael Rodriguez, Sunday Signal Contributor Brian Hull stood behind the recording microphone. His mouth stretched wide, his lips and teeth forming a thin line.
May 17, 2019
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Cosplay in the Santa Clarita Valley: Caring, community and commerce
Michael Gomes enjoys the convenience of modern society, but sometimes feels like he wants to rebel against the kind of uniformity his homeowners association demands,
May 11, 2019
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Family Fun
Fitness options for kids in the SCV
When most think of exercise, they imagine running on the treadmill, lifting weights or going to the gym. For kids, exercise simply means playing and
May 10, 2019
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Eleven animals who love spring just as much as we do
The weather is getting warmer and the flowers are blooming — spring is here. It’s the season where everything is growing and coming to life,
May 4, 2019
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Kids & Family
Young Marines program strengthens SCV’s youth
Ten “young marines,” ranging from ages 8 to 15, stood perfectly still and in formation as Tim Stratton, a retired U.S. Marines master sergeant and
May 4, 2019
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News Features
Fighting cancer with screenings, awareness
While there are lots of local effort to raise awareness about mental and personal health, many Santa Clarita Valley residents still aren’t sure what diseases
May 3, 2019
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Community leaders give their best pieces of advice
Advice is an interesting thing. Sometimes it’s good; sometimes it’s terrible. That’s why the best advice lies in the eye of the beholder. However, there
May 3, 2019
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How to stay safe on the internet
While you need to be like Neo, the main character from “The Matrix” to make sure your identity and possessions are safe online. But an
April 27, 2019
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Amgen Tour: Everyone’s ready to race
An elite peloton of women cyclists are just weeks away from passing through Santa Clarita for the finish line of the 2019 Amgen Tour of
April 27, 2019
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How to capture the best photos with your phone
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
April 26, 2019
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Family Fun
When the Santa Clarita Valley saddles up
History tells us that horses have been in the Santa Clarita Valley since the early days of its settlement, part of a culture the area
April 26, 2019
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News Features
Checking up on your child’s care
espite recent controversy in the news involving daycare locations in the Santa Clarita Valley and beyond, there are numerous safe local options. Parents searching for
April 20, 2019
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Organizers weigh in on how to get things in order
Many people choose the start of a new year as an opportunity to make changes in their lives, such as becoming more organized. The new
April 20, 2019
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Kids & Family
Teaching safety on social media
Today’s teens live in a world where technology is growing rapidly, and they are now almost always equipped with a cell phone or laptop to
April 19, 2019
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Local family raises second puppy for Guide Dogs of America
Raising a puppy for a year and a half then having to give it back is not easy for most, but the Ramirez family has
April 19, 2019
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Health & Fitness
Natural remedies found right in your own home
We all know that chicken soup isn’t only good for the soul, but also for helping relieve cold and flu symp- toms. And what many
April 13, 2019
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News Features
The rising cost of higher education
There are more opportunities to attend college today than ever before, but get- ting an education is also more expensive than in years past. The
April 13, 2019
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Wellington’s odyssey: A Maltese story
Melisa’s dog Wellington, a Maltese mix, had been missing for almost eight years when she got a call from the Castaic Animal Care Center telling
April 12, 2019
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Planning for a day at the lake
Residents longing for a beach experience without mixh if a road trip can make 15-minute drive to Castaic Lake, and find a treasure of activities
April 7, 2019
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No. 7173: sharing the legacy of a badge
For three decades, Deputy William Villamil wore badge no. 7173 with pride. So when he retired last week, laid his service firearm on the table
April 7, 2019
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Keep your skin healthy this summer
Springtime is here and summer is soon to follow, meaning many Santa Clarita Valley residents could soon be exposed to 100-degree temperatures and the sun’s
April 7, 2019
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Six steps to improving your credit
Anyone who’s ever tried to finance the purchase of a house, a car, a business expense or even an education loan knows, your credit score
April 7, 2019
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Design
TLC’s ‘Trading Spaces’ returns and heads to Valencia
After a 10-year hiatus, TLC’s hit home-makeover series, “Trading Spaces,” returned for its 10th season this month. “Trading Spaces” was around long before hits like
April 1, 2019
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‘Set Masters’ builds for some ‘super fans’
Santa Clarita is no stranger to Netflix, but a new show is offering viewers the opportunity to see a new side of the Santa Clarita
April 1, 2019
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Borderline shooting survivor dedicated her LA Marathon run to victims
“It didn’t register at first, but then I saw him pointing the gun, and it immediately clicked in my head that this is really happening,”
April 1, 2019
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News Features
A difference between service and support
If it seems like there are more service dogs than ever before accompanying their owners into coffee shops, grocery stores and restaurants, it’s because there
March 25, 2019
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Home Improvement
Five ways to improve your home
Whether you’ve just bought a new home, are trying to sell it or are just trying to spruce it up, major remodels can become a
March 25, 2019
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Kids & Family
How to find balance with your child’s extracurricular activities
As a parent, you want the best for your child. It’s natural to want your child to learn valuable skills, get along with their peers,
March 25, 2019
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News Features
New SCV Senior Center nears completion
After over a year of construction, the new Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center is planning to open its doors by early May, according to Kevin
March 25, 2019
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The rise of the video doorbell: Old age technology becomes new age crime deterrent
As technology blends with do-it-yourself projects, more and more Santa Clarita Valley residents are taking a new approach in terms of keeping an eye on
March 18, 2019
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News Features
Using resistance to reach goals
Science has prompted many changes in the ways people exercise over the years, but residents of the Santa Clarita Valley are beginning to recognize the
March 18, 2019
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Reaching your peak in the SCV
We’ve seen it done in movies like “Mission Impossible,” “Point Break” and “Cliffhanger,” but did you know there’s a niche, yet passionate following of rock
March 11, 2019
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Suspected killer’s death resolves one unsolved murder for victim’s family
“Cold cases” can be the most difficult part of the job for a detective. All investigative leads, witnesses, evidence and information have been looked into
March 11, 2019
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News Features
An aerial archive for military buffs
Dennis Nobile, owner of the world-renowned supplier of vintage aircraft engines and parts, Sun Air Parts in Valencia, is a guy who likes to show
March 11, 2019
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A bird’s eye view of the SCV
A bird’s eye view of some of the most beautiful places in the Santa Clarita Valley isn’t a view most get to see — unless,
March 11, 2019
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Local Scout raises money to help The Gentle Barn
The chicken coop at The Gentle Barn is getting a makeover thanks to an SCV Boy Scout who decided to take on the task as
March 11, 2019
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Kids & Family
Sharing the challenges of chess
Chess, often referred to as “the game of kings,” is a centuries-old game enjoyed by people of all ages. Expert ranked chess player Jay Stallings
March 4, 2019
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Featured
Sleep health tips to stay in good shape this season
Sleep is probably the most important determinant of your immune system. If you find yourself getting colds more frequently this year, it could be because
January 22, 2019
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Featured
Hospital officials excited for new resources in 2019
When Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital broke ground on its new patient tower in October 2016, hospital leaders envisioned a building that would meet the growing
January 22, 2019
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Featured
Putting his heart and soul on the airwaves
Henry Urick may have made his living in television and digital communications, but his heart has always belonged to radio. Growing up in Middletown, Penn.,
January 22, 2019
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Featured
Creating an award-winning watch party
By Taylor VillanuevaSignal Staff WriterThe flashing cameras, the red carpets and of course, all the A-List celebrities from our favorite movies, music and shows on
January 22, 2019
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Featured
Production team readies for future of ‘Weird City’
A star-studded cast and a futuristic new “anthology” concept coming to YouTube has an Emmy Award-winning local producer ready to make us think and laugh
January 22, 2019
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