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SBDC launches entrepreneurial institute for region
A new program for entrepreneurs, the Center for Entrepreneurship and Growth, unique only to the region served by the Santa Clarita-based Small Business Development Center, just launched to provide a wide range of services to small business owners throughout the San Fernando, East Ventura and Santa Clarita Valleys.
Mall wins top honor for Patios design
Westfield was recently recognized for its design and architecture of the 250,000-square-foot Patios shopping center expansion to the Westfield Valencia Town Center.
VICA, Westfield share successes
By Sara Mitchell Signal Staff Writer After sharing some of its biggest policy successes in 2012, the Valley Industry and Commerce Association brought one of the most successful retail property groups, Westfield, to the stage to talk about global real estate. Westfield Co-Chief Executive Officer Peter Lowy was the keynote speaker at VICA's 63rd annual meeting on Thursday afternoon, where the business advocacy group elected its 2013 board of directors and gave out various awards. ...
City fills business sponsorship position
The city of Santa Clarita has filled the sponsorship analyst position, left vacant in the past year, with James Kneblik.
Janice France-Pettit: Do your research, prepare before applying for a loan
If you plan on purchasing a home or car, or paying for college, it is probable that at some point you may need to apply for a loan. Taking out a loan is a significant responsibility, so it's important to follow steps to prepare before applying for a loan, not only to help ensure that a lender will consider loaning money to you, but also to make sure that the loan has a positive impact on your finances. To help ensure you're prepared, here are some things to consider:
Improving Web presence takes time
Google is very picky about what makes for a high-value website that deserves top real estate on its search engine.
Team studying how to make biofuels from E. coli
BOULDER, Colo. (AP) - A team led by University of Colorado Boulder has won a five-year, $9.2 million grant for research on how to manipulate E. coli to produce cost-competitive biofuels.
Mini dealership coming to the SCV
A building permit has been issued by the city of Santa Clarita for the first phase of the new Mini Cooper of Valencia dealership to be located on Creekside Road, next to the Nissan of Valencia.
Plan proposed to avert gas shortages in crises
A new bill was introduced in California's state legislature Tuesday to incentivize retail gas sellers to equip their service stations with backup emergency generators.
HealthWorks buys more medical centers
U.S. HealthWorks of Valencia has acquired four more healthcare centers, the company announced Monday.
Realtors usher in new officers, economy
After making it through four years of a depressed real estate market, Mistress of Ceremonies Laura Langen opened the Southland Regional Association of Realtors annual installation dinner Friday night by greeting attendees with: "Welcome to Survivor 2012."
Check your Social Security benefits
Whether close to retirement, planning for it or concerned about benefits accrued, the Social Security Administration offers an online social security estimator for people.
New homes sales dip
Across the nation, sales of new single-family homes in October were down 0.3 percentage points below September sales. The sale of 368,000 new homes, however, marked a 17.2 percent increase over October 2011.
Economic development center receives $550K
The Valley Economic Development Center received a combination opportunity fund grant and loan totaling $550,000 from the California Community Foundation.
Marotta to support operations for U.S. HealthWorks
Gregory C. Marotta has been named as senior vice president of national operations for Valencia-based U.S. HealthWorks. He assumes his new position Sunday.
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FHA change requires mortgage insurance for the life of the loan
Starting next month, home buyers who get FHA-backed loans will have to buy mortgage insurance throughout the life of their mortgage.
First full ‘spaceline’ test flight successful
At 8 a.m. local time on Monday, a rocket-powered flight of the world's first commercial "spaceline," by Virgin Galactic, owned by Sir Richard Branson's Virgin Group, ended in a smooth landing in the Mojave Desert.
Pollock to head CABEC Board
Jeff Pollock of Santa Clarita has been named the 2013 Chairman of the Board of the California Association of Building Energy Consultants - CABEC.
Movie ranches backbone of film industry
A large red-tailed hawk swoops down overhead through the many native oak trees that provide part of the natural landscape – and shade – on three local movie ranches doing business in Sand Canyon.
Local firm attracts $6.5 million for startup
A startup online marketplace that connects publishers with freelance journalists was created in the Saugus garage of its co-founder Bill Momary in 2009.
Bank of Santa Clarita reports strong Q1 earnings
The Bank of Santa Clarita released its first quarter earnings report this week.
More businesses are moving into Canyon Country retail center
A retail center built just before the recession on the east side of Santa Clarita is beginning to fill up quickly, said an executive with The Plaza at Golden Valley.
Local landscaper supports students in changing industry
Helping to support college scholarship fund, Stay Green Inc. pledged $25,000 to support scholarships for university students studying landscaping and horticulture.
Lithium ion battery firm opens SCV plant
Quallion's ongoing growth and expansion into new industries led the company to open a new location in Santa Clarita's Mann Biomedical Park on Monday.
Princess Cruises wins award
Princess Cruises has been honored by the Port of Seattle with an award for cruise line's environmental stewardship.
Princess Cruises wins environmental award
Princess Cruises has been honored by the Port of Seattle with an award for cruise line's environmental stewardship.
Annexing movie ranches profitable
Annexing the Santa Clarita Valley's movie ranches into the city, through the Movie Ranch Overlay Zone, brings an economic benefit to the city and local businesses.
Lack of buildings leads to loss of jobs
The lack of available industrial space is leading to the loss of jobs at one local company, which was unable to secure enough space quickly enough to satisfy a major client.
Mission Valley Bank president selected to head up California Independent Bankers
Tamara Gurney, Mission Valley Bank president and CEO, has been selected as the California Independent Bankers 2013 incoming president, said a spokesman for the bank.
Williams Homes building in Santa Clarita
Williams Homes announced its latest new home development on Wednesday, which is based in Santa Clarita.
