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Breastfeeding group assists new mothers
Raising awareness about the importance of breastfeeding is a priority for Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital's Lactation Services team. In celebration of World Breastfeeding Week, Aug. 1-7, 2009, activities scheduled by the lactation team will draw attention to the theme "Breastfeeding: A Vital Emergency Response-Are You Ready?"
Karen Maleck-Whiteley: Unplug and recharge during energy brownouts
Recently when I got home, we were experiencing a brownout in my neighborhood. If you've never had one, it is a weird experience.
Nutrition 101: smart snacking for back-to-school
The start of another school year means parents will be looking for ways to set their children up for success in the classroom, including making sure kids are getting healthy fuel for their bodies and minds. With approximately 84 percent of kids trading lunch items with their friends at school, it's important parents fill their children's lunchboxes with items that are both nutritious and enticing.
Church to give away school supplies
Victory Tabernacle will host a drawing and present one boy and girl with a backpack filled with school supplies during their 2:45 p.m. Sunday service.
Leadership conference includes renowned speakers
NorthPark Community Church is hosting the Willow Creek Leadership Summit Conference for business, church or any other leaders from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and Friday. The theme is "Lead Where You Are." Leaders will join together via satellite in over 140 locations across North America. It's an opportunity to hear nationally recognized speakers such as Bill Hybels, Tony Blair, David Gergen, Carly Fiorina, Henry Cloud, Bono and more either in person or via ...
D. Frank Norton: Convert your traditional IRA into a Roth IRA and save
Want an IRA that has the following characteristics? Withdrawals are tax free.No required minimum distributions after turning 70. You can pull out funds when it is most advantageous for you, or not at all.Your heirs don't have to pay income tax on the withdrawals from their inherited IRAs. The kind of IRA that I am describing is called a Roth IRA. Now most of us have steadily contributed to tax deductible "traditional" IRAs and 401Ks. ...
Lynne Plambeck:The costs of growth and water rates
Soon ratepayers throughout the Santa Clarita Valley will experience a rise in water rates. This is due mainly to an increase in water rates from Castaic Lake Water Agency, the agency that imports state water from Northern California.
Saugus Union names Kirk top teacher
Saugus Union School District has named Cynthia Kirk, a kindergarten teacher at Tesoro del Valle Elementary School, the district's 2009-10 teacher of the year.
Government needs downsizing
Redevelopment agencies and public transportation programs in California should be made self-funding or be eliminated to ease the budget crisis.
Businesses, bikers benefit battered boy
Santa Clarita Valley businesses and bikers are teaming up to raise money Sunday for a 4-year-old Bakersfield boy who suffered the loss of an eye after an alleged attack from his father.
Inaugural event held at TPC fetes area oncologists and raises funds for the American Cancer Society
High spirits and strong hopes were shared Sunday when more than 170 guests gathered for the American Cancer Society Santa Clarita Valley Unit's inaugural tribute gala, "Imagine ... La Bella Vida."
Calendar
Silents Under the Stars Experience the "reel West" with an evening at the William S. Hart Park and Museum 6 p.m. Saturday. Enjoy a western style dinner and the Bill Hart silent film "Sand" with a backdrop of the scenic hills of Hart Park. Ticket reservations are required and include dinner, movie, and tour of the Hart Ranch House. (661) 254-4584 for more information or ticket reservations. $40 per person. William S. Hart Hall, 24151 ...
The Signal.com's Daybreak: Aug. 7, 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:
Gina MacDonald: Helping the mentally ill
The National Alliance for Mental Health is one of the largest nonprofit organizations in the United States, with self-help, support, and advocacy groups in every state.
A back-to-school gift for Rosedell Elementary
Millenium Maintenance Systems donated time and work to clean up the school's campus as a "thank you," because the owner's daughters attended the school. The service is estimated to be worth at least a $2,000.
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