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Organic foods going under the microscope
To protect and inform consumers, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved a motion by Supervisor Antonovich directing the Chief Executive Officer and the county's Agricultural Commissioner to conduct a study to determine the accuracy of organic claims made by supermarkets. "Consumers have the right to know that foods advertised as organic are grown free of pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, antibiotics or genetic modification," Antonovich said.
Antonovich calls for reclaimed water study
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a motion by Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich to study increasing reclaimed water for non-drinking purposes.
95.5 KLOS 28th annual blood drive is rockin'
LOS ANGELES (PRNewswire-USNewswire) -- The American Red Cross and radio station 95.5 KLOS are gearing up to rock Southern California's airwaves for the 28th Annual KLOS Blood Drive.
Green is the new black
SAUSALITO, Calif. (PRNewswire-USNewswire) -- Teens Turning Green, a national coalition of teens educating peers and community members about healthy lifestyle choices, announces the launch of Project Green Dorm, a multi-faceted effort to encourage teens around the country to make eco-informed purchases around the age-old tradition of back-to-school.
HIV testing and advertising spreading across Los Angeles County
LOS ANGELES (PRNewswire) -- This week the Los Angeles County, Department of Public Health's Office of AIDS Programs and Policy is launching its most comprehensive community outreach campaign ever to encourage HIV testing.
Ralphs grand re-opening July 29 to benefit local Special Olympics
Committed to serving the residents of Valencia with the finest food products, most innovative retail features, customer-friendly service and lower prices, Ralphs Grocery Company announces the opening of a uniquely designed and totally remodeled supermarket at 25930 McBean Parkway in Valencia.
UPDATED: Stevenson Ranch burglary suspects identified
A man and woman were arrested by Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station deputies Wednesday afternoon on charges of burglary and receiving stolen property in Stevenson Ranch.
Stevenson Ranch burglary suspects nabbed
Sheriff's deputies arrested a man and a woman who allegedly burglarized a home in Stevenson Ranch on Wednesday afternoon.
Lynne Plambeck: Bankruptcy and public interest
Recently, several large bankruptcies have made nationwide headlines. Now, LandSource and Newhall Land and Farming Company, owners of undeveloped land in Valencia, commercial properties throughout the Santa Clarita Valley and Newhall Ranch are set to emerge from Chapter 11 under a reorganization plan sponsored by their mortgage lender. The lender and its hedge fund investors will own 85 percent of the new companies and a Lennar subsidiary will own 15 percent. The resolution of these ...
Zonta awards benefit local women
It was "payday" for 10 local nonprofit organizations and two outstanding young women, who received a combined total of $16,500 in community grants and scholarships awarded by Zonta Club of the Santa Clarita Valley on May 13.
Local politicos protest budget proposal
The spending plan that goes to state Legislators today is nothing more than a Ponzi scheme that leaves the county unable to protect residents, county officials said Wednesday.
The Signal.com's Daybreak: July 23, 2009
Hello, Santa Clarita Valley! Welcome to The-Signal.com's Daybreak, your point of entry for the day, and a quick journey through the past, present and future. Let the adventure begin:
Julie M. Sturgeon: A few tips for promoting your business’ Web site
These days, small businesses need an Internet presence. Today's customers expect a company to have a well-designed Web site that provides product information and details about services. If you're a small business owner who can sell at least some products online, customers will often reward you with increased revenue and word-of-mouth advertising.
Bank of SC reports quarterly net earnings
The Bank of Santa Clarita on Wednesday reported lower net earnings in the second quarter of this year compared to last, but it showed growth in its loan portfolio and net interest income.
Hart High to host annual Spirit Day
Hart High School's cheerleaders will host the school's annual Spirit Day on Aug. 8 for aspiring cheerleaders ages 5 to 12.
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BP civil settlement remains elusive as trial nears
NEW ORLEANS (AP) - The U.S. Justice Department and the five Gulf coast states affected by a massive oil spill nearly three years ago have indicated they would like to settle their environmental and economic claims with BP PLC ahead of a trial scheduled to start next week.
5 killed in Georgia plane crash
THOMSON, Ga. (AP) - Federal and local authorities were investigating Thursday after a small jet crashed off the end of a runway at a Georgia airport, killing five people and injuring two.
Officials probe death on L.A. hotel roof
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Canadian tourist Elisa Lam had been missing for about two weeks when officials at the historic Cecil Hotel in downtown Los Angeles found her body in a water cistern on the hotel roof.
UPDATE: Snowstorm dumping on Midwest
ST. LOUIS (AP) - Much of the nation's heartland awoke Thursday to heavy snow, treacherous roads and a day off from work or school as a large, potentially dangerous winter storm pushed eastward out of the Rockies.
Official: Calif. gunman was loner, 'gamer'
TUSTIN, Calif. (AP) - The first of three people killed in a gunman's rampage was identified Wednesday as a 20-year-old woman but police did not know why she was in the home of the shooter, who lived with his parents and was described by authorities as a video game-playing loner.
Bolivia leader unable to visit Chavez at hospital
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) - Bolivian President Evo Morales said Wednesday that he was unable to meet with his friend and ally Hugo Chavez when he came to the military hospital in Caracas where the Venezuelan president is undergoing unspecified cancer treatment.
‘Stuff the Truck’ fundraiser planned for West Ranch
West Ranch High School Wildcat Band, Orchestra, and Colorguard will host a Goodwill "Stuff the Truck" fundraiser on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
City seeks vendors for Earth Arbor Day
The city of Santa Clarita is accepting applications for vendors to participate in the Earth Arbor Day Festival in April.
Joe Gandelman: America’s poop deck politics
It's the ultimate stomach turner: how Carnival's 893-foot-long cruise ship Triumph, along with its 4,200 passengers, was stranded due to a fuel engine leak for five days with no food, little water and few working bathrooms.
Asteroids and global warming... the great scapegoat
CNN news anchor Deb Feyerick recently asked "The Science Guy" Bill Nye if global warming caused the latest asteroid.
KIA donates to homeless pets
California Superstores Valencia KIA donated $2,500 to to benefit Rescues on the Runway - an animal rescue organization that saves dogs and cats from Los Angeles kill shelters and finds loving homes for them.
Joint Soroptimist-Zonta meet
Soroptimist International of Santa Clarita Valley and Soroptimist International of Greater Santa Clarita Valley recently hosted a Soroptimist International and Zonta Dinner. The event is an annual gathering that has been held every January for many years. It allows the two clubs to socialize and work together on projects.
Kevin Bayona: China's rise is challenge to U.S.
The start of the 21st century has brought with it an avalanche of international problems such as war, economic recession, nuclear proliferation, and rising global competitors. Although all these issues merit individual attention and consideration, I think the unrelenting rise of China presents the largest and most significant global challenge to the United States.
Today in the SCV: Thursday, Feb. 21
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