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Yahoo’s stock hits $19, first since 2010
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Yahoo's shares touched $19 Monday, the first time they have traded that high in more than two and half years.
Cyber Monday may make history
NEW YORK (AP) - Americans clicked away on their computers and smartphones for deals on Cyber Monday, which is expected to be the biggest online shopping day in history.
Owners left in fiscal cliff-hanger
Uncertainty over the budget calamity facing the country is doing more to retard growth and hiring among companies than if the company CEOs had the particulars and could just swallow the bitter pill of tax increases and spending cuts, local business owners said.
Local retailer looks forward to Small Business Saturday
Vexation Clothing of Valencia is all ready for Small Business Saturday. "We had a good holiday season last year," said Farah Noor, store manager. "We hope to get those return clients as well as bring in new people." In its third annual Small Business Saturday campaign, American Express is urging shoppers to support businesses like Vexation Clothing. Last year, Small Business Saturday gave a boost to Main Street businesses all across the country, with more ...
New-house construction hits four-year high
New-home construction in the country climbed to a four-year high, according to data tracked by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Coffee house owner set to brew
Sylvia Hillo is surrounded by coffee and tea for 12 hours a day, seven days a week - but the new owner of The Coffee House on Lyons Avenue rarely gets the chance to sit down and enjoy a cup.
Currently Filming in SCV
Film and TV productions bring revenue and jobs to Santa Clarita. You might run into a film crew any day. Here are some productions that are currently shooting around town.
Signal’s gift guide offers many ideas
The Signal's "Last Minute Gift Ideas" special section is publishing Dec. 7. "Each year, thousands of shoppers look to The Signal's Gift Guides for the latest in holiday decorating, food and innovative gift ideas. It is the most powerful way for advertisers to maximize their exposure to all last-minute Santa Clarita Valley shoppers," said Signal Publisher/Executive Producer Randy Morton. Deadline to reserve space is Nov. 26. The holiday gift guide will also be posted on ...
Business Journal to publish lists edition
On Nov. 29, the Santa Clarita Valley Business Journal will be publishing its inaugural edition of the 2013 SCV Lists and Top Companies. This resource guide is an annual compilation of previously published lists focusing on top SCV companies, industries, retail companies as well as schools.
Enterprise zone officials meet
The California Association of Enterprise Zones held its annual conference at the Hyatt Regency Valencia in Santa Clarita on Thursday.
Small Business promotion day set
Giving a boost to small businesses for the holiday season, American Express is launching its third annual "Small Business Saturday" campaign Nov. 24.
Knowing the options in financial planning
People often spend more time planning vacations in their lifetime than they spend on planning for their future, attendees heard at a free financial planning seminar Tuesday night.
State association convening in Santa Clarita
More than 200 enterprise zone specialists from across the nation are converging in Santa Clarita at the Hyatt Regency Valencia from today through Friday for the annual California Association of Enterprise Zones conference.
Verizon upgrades local service
What many local cellphone users already noticed will become official Thursday when Verizon makes its 4G LTE wireless network system officially available in the Santa Clarita Valley.
Canyon Country Vons expanding
Ground was broken for the expansion of the Vons supermarket at the Sand Canyon Shopping Center in Canyon Country on Thursday.
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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.
Newhall retail center sold
A Newhall retail center, Stagecoach Plaza, has sold for $8.5 million to a Los Angeles buyer.
