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PACC Automotive: Celebrating 20 years in business
To many, the car is a means for them to get from one place to another. But to people like Dan Carpenter, a car and each of its myriad parts translate into one big puzzle.
Six Flags sees slight growth
Six Flags, Inc., owner of the Magic Mountain and Hurricane Harbor theme parks in Valencia, reported a slight increase in total revenues, but dip in total attendance for its second quarter, according to a statement released Monday.
Online marketing: You could do it, too!
As the media continues to harp on the poorly-running economy, top executives are wondering if there are any inexpensive, quickly-performed actions that can be taken to improve their marketing.
ITT Technical Institute director to speak at VIA luncheon
John Silver, director of career services for ITT Technical Institute in Sylmar, will be the keynote speaker at the next Valley Industrial Association luncheon on Aug. 19, beginning at 11:30 a.m.
Local business expands services to Santa Clarita
HR Express & Logistics has extended its delivery services to the Santa Clarita Valley after spending 14 years serving Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley.
Valley Publications Unlimited acquires Santa Clarita Valley Living Magazine
Santa Clarita's Valley Publications Unlimited, local publishers of Santa Clarita Free Classifieds and Canyon Country Magazine, is now publishing Santa Clarita Valley Living Magazine.
SCV home sales continue to rise
Sales of single-family homes and condos in the Santa Clarita Valley posted the fifth consecutive month of increased activity in June and the Southland Regional Association of Realtors believes the local residential real estate market is improving and will continue to remain on the rebound in the coming months.
Local doctor to discuss reverse sun damage
Dr. Van Veloso, medical director and co-owner of Infinity MedSpa in Valencia, will host an informational meeting on Aug. 14 about the current medical treatments and procedures that reverse the negative effects of sun-damaged skin. The talk is set to begin at 7 p.m. and will take place at Infinity MedSpa, located in the Promenade Town Center, 27019 McBean Parkway in Valencia.
Business briefs
Small business counseling available Starting Aug. 5, local business owners and entrepreneurs will be able to schedule free one-on-one business counseling sessions with representatives from the Small Business Development Center at the College of the Canyons Canyon Country campus. The SBDC, which has been ranked No. 1 in the network of centers in the Los Angeles area, promotes and stimulates the growth of small businesses by providing expert, no- or low-cost business, financial and loan ...
Bank of Santa Clarita reports strong growth
Bank of Santa Clarita reported last week that its net income grew to $102,000 during the second quarter ending June 30.
Business briefs
Advertising group sees rise in membership Advertising Professionals of North Los Angeles County, the local chapter of the American Advertising Federation, has seen an increase in membership during the first half of 2008. From January through June, 11 new members joined the professional group that serves the Santa Clarita, Antelope and San Fernando valleys. ADPROS meets at noon on the third Friday of every month at Salt Creek Grille in Valencia. For more information, contact ...
Local jobless rate jumps up again
The city's unemployment rate increased to 4.3 percent in June, a jump from May's 3.9 percent, according to the state's Employment Development Department.
Business briefs
The Heart Link Network launches SCV chapter Kelli Hagen will introduce The Heart Link Network, a women's networking organization, to Santa Clarita during a dinner and networking event set for July 22 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Santa Clarita is the newest location for a Heart Link chapter. Dawn Billings is the CEO and founder of The Heart Link Network, a marketing and networking organization designed specifically around the female endocrine system. To RSVP to ...
Shield Healthcare offers assistance
Shield Healthcare of Valencia moved up the effective date of its annual wage increase for hourly employees by six months. The new increase was effective July 1.
Local briefs
VIA luncheon to discuss manufacturing Jack Stewart, president of the California Manufacturing & Technology Association will be the keynote speaker at the Valley Industrial Association's monthly meeting on Tuesday. The luncheon is set to begin at 11:30 a.m. and will takes place at the Hyatt Valencia, located at 24500 Town Center Drive. The association works to improve and enhance a strong business climate fore California's 30,000 manufacturing, processing and technology-based companies. Stewart will discuss top ...
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Boston Scientific’s Spinal Cord Stimulator System Restores Quality of Life
Former Navy SEAL and Army Special Operations member, Richard Holt ofVentura, was one of more than 26 million Americans suffering from chronic back pain until one of his doctors recommended he take advantage of Boston Scientific's spinal cord stimulator innovation – the Precision Spectra Implant.
Fueled by increased demand Green Convergence’s growth doubles yearly
California accounted for nearly one-third of the nation's solar installations last year, according to a national trade association.
Orchard Supply Hardware agrees to sell to Lowe’s
Orchard Supply Hardware Stores, a neighborhood hardware and garden store in Santa Clarita and around the state, announced Monday that it reached an agreement with Lowe's home improvement to sell itself for $205 million in cash.
STEM jobs can boost economy
A research firm study finds that "STEM" jobs in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math - which drive economic growth - are largely available to workers without a four-year college degree.
Princess Cruises celebrates the Royal Princess
LONDON (AP) - A glowing Kate Middleton on Thursday christened a gigantic new cruise ship named the Royal Princess.
Calif. and Texas have strongest GDP growth in the U.S. in 2012
While U.S. gross domestic product grew by 2.5 percent in 2012, California's grew at 3.5 percent, according to a report released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis last week.
Electricore awarded $750K for study
Electricore Inc. of Valencia was awarded $750,000 from the California Energy Commission for a "battery standardization" study for electric vehicles, said an executive with the firm.
Quallion’s batteries still performing after 10 years
Quallion has released test data showing its lithium ion batteries have potential to power long-term implantable medical devices, a spokesman for the company said on Monday.
Shopping center operator acquires a partner’s stake
Shopping center operator, Kimco Realty Corp., announced Monday that it paid $67 million to acquire a partner's stake in 70 shopping centers.
UPDATE: Lee’s buys storage space
Lee's Wine Bistro has purchased the wine warehouse locker space of All Corked Up in Santa Clarita, confirmed Owner Lee Yoon.
U.S. HealthWorks growing
U.S. HealthWorks has entered into a strategic partnership with Indiana University Health, the Valencia occupational healthcare organization announced June 7.
Commercial real estate division formed
The Southland Regional Association of Realtors' board made its commercial real estate committee an official division of the 9,000-member organization, a spokesman announced Wednesday.
Signal website attracts record viewers
More people read, watched and viewed The Signal in print and online during May 2013, than in any month in the 94-year history of the company, said an executive with the newspaper on Thursday.
California leading nation in Q2 growth
When Santa Clarita's April jobless rate dropped to the lowest rate in five years - the city's improving economic picture mirrored statewide forecasts by economic experts on Wednesday.
Family business is thriving
Working in the glass business since he was 15 years old, Stuart Crawford, owner of Santa Clarita based-Valencia Custom Shower Doors, thought he should strike out on his own and do a better job for customers.
