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Oscar Dominguez: What you need to know before you sell your small business
Whether your small business is thriving or simply trying to survive these tough economic times, Santa Clarita Valley business owners may be asking whether it's time to sell their businesses. There is no simple answer to this question, since each business owner's situation is unique. But there are a few factors to consider when making this decision.
No swine flu in SCV schools
There are no confirmed cases of swine flu in the Santa Clarita Valley and in Los Angeles County, local officials said Wednesday.
Doggone disappointing
Dear Michelle, Your article "Doggone disapointing" not only reflects your view, but the views of so many people. Being a humane volunteer worker for over 35 years, we can not stress enough the importance of adopting from a shelter or a "breed specific" rescue group. Your article was wonderful, so well written and so accurate. Thank you from so many of us that rescue animals and care.
Social Security cuts hurt
Perhaps I missed a few issues of The Signal. However, I was so unprepared for the letter I received in yesterday's mail from Social Security in regards to lowering my SSI checks by $35. It may not seem like to much to most, but I have cut most of my prescription costs by taking them every other day. As explained, I never heard that this cost would be part of the government's plan. ...
Lynne Plambeck: Is Newhall Ranch really moving foward?
More than 10 years ago, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers certified the Environmental Impact Report for Newhall Land and Farming's euphemistically titled "Natural River Management Plan."
A new flock of Eagle Scouts
Boy Scout Troop 609 of Newhall recently celebrated the advancement of four of its members to Eagle Scout. John Morris, Gabriel Sayegh, Jr., Michael Morris and Neil Subbarao, all William S. Hart High School students, or former students, were awarded the rank of Eagle, the highest rank achievable in the Boy Scouts. The ceremony was attended by friends, family and fellow troop members.
Hoedown at Tesoro open to public
Tesoro Adobe Historical Park and the Santa Clarita Artists' Association will host a western-style hoedown noon to 4 p.m. May 30. The public can enjoy festivities, music, view artwork, and potluck nibbles from as well as a free tour of the museum. Guest of honor will be cowboy movie star Harry Carey Jr. Harry Jr. A juried art show, themed Wild West Artists, will be held.
The Signal.com's Daybreak: April 30, 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:
KidsArt hosts free art show May 9
A free kids' art show will take place on Saturday, May 9 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the local KidsArt studio, 25856 Tournament Road, Valencia.
Santa Clarita launches ‘21-Point Business Plan for Progress’
The Santa Clarita City Council Tuesday approved an unprecedented "21-Point Business Plan for Progress," investing more than $5.1 million in new programs and incentives aimed at boosting the local economy now and well into the future.
No swine flu in Castaic district, testing confirms
There are no cases of swine flu affecting students in the Castaic Union School District according to test results, Castaic District Superintendent James Gibson said Wednesday afternoon.
Deputy David March remembered 7 years after murder
On April 29, 2002, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Deputy David March was murdered by Armando Jose Arroyo Garcia, a three-time convicted drug dealer and twice-deported Mexican national.
Council strengthens 'Jessica's Law' for registered sex offenders
The Santa Clarita City Council signed off Tuesday night on an ordinance which essentially bars newly registered sex offenders from living within the city limits.
Hart district ConnectEd message to parents about swine flu
Editor's note: The following is the text of a ConnectEd message Hart district Superintendent Jaime Castellanos sent to parents this morning:
UPDATED: County, Hart, Newhall district officials confirm: no swine flu so far
There are no confirmed cases of swine flu in Los Angeles County, a county health official confirmed this morning.
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Go get ‘em, deputies
Get the cars that have expired tags 30-180 days late. Get the drivers driving with headlights off when it is getting dark. Get those driving while talking on cell phones.
Today in the SCV: Saturday, Feb. 16, 2013
Valentine's heart-y walk
New gardeners have questions
People new to gardening ask the darndest questions: about how seeds work, about growing the perfect tomato, about waging war with insects (many of them beneficial).
How to fit new tile
Q: I need to replace some cracked and chipped tile in the bathroom. Some of it was shaped to fit around the base of the toilet. Is it difficult to shape replacement tiles in the same way? - Sarah S., Fort Worth, Texas
Prep boys hoops: Good memory
Two years ago, West Ranch boys basketball was eliminated from the postseason by eventual CIF division champion Ventura.
