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New Robek's location throws grand opening
Robeks, which sells nutritional food products and supplements, opened a new location at McBean and Decoro in Saugus on Saturday.
JET Technologies adds business division
JET Technologies of Valencia announced the addition of its new business division, "Scuba Instruments."
Record set for film permits in April
The city's film office issued 31 permits in April, making it the best April on record. According to the film office, April's numbers come as a 63 percent increase when compared to April 2007, when 19 permits were issued. Previous numbers show that 24 permits were issued in April 2006, 18 permits in April 2005, 23 permits in April 2004 and 17 permits in April 2003, which was the first full year the city handled ...
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ADPROS to hold meeting today Advertising Professionals of North Los Angeles County (ADPROS) will meet Friday at noon for their monthly networking and business development luncheon at Salt Creek Grille, located at 24415 Town Center Drive in Valencia. Members eat free, but the cost for nonmembers is $30. For more information, contact Gary Jacobs at (661) 713-1087. Psomas announces new associate Psomas has appointed Rob Blasberg as an associate of Psomas in Valencia, a consulting ...
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B&B company hosts job fair B & B Manufacturing will host a job fair on Thursday from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Valencia company, 27940 Beale Court, is a provider of manufacturing solutions to the aerospace, military and automotive industries. During the job fair, applicants will be able to meet the management staff, tour the building and possibly interview with hiring managers. Factory MX plans grand opening ...
Santa Clarita has state's best economic program
The city of Santa Clarita has been awarded the grand prize for best economic development program in the state of California for its tourism program. This marks the second year in a row that the city has won the honor.
Six Flags' profits rise 35%
Six Flags, Inc. announced its first quarter results Thursday, reporting that total revenues of $68.2 million increased 35 percent over the prior-year quarter, while total attendance grew by 19 percent to more than 1.4 million. The company, which is headquartered in New York City and oversees Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia, attributes the increase in attendance to the timing of Easter, which shifted from the second quarter in 2007 to the first quarter in 2008.
Focusing on digital camera education
Finding the right digital camera, taking the best photos and uploading the captured memories can be an intimidating and confusing task.
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Vino 100 Valencia celebrates teacher appreciation week In celebration of teacher appreciation week, held through Saturday, Vino 100 Valencia will offer all teachers a 10 percent discount on purchases when they present a valid teacher's ID. Vino 100 is located at 28112 Newhall Ranch Road at the intersection of Copper Hill Drive in Valencia. Hart District honors business partners Sixteen local businesses received awards from the William S. Hart Union High School District during this ...
Rattlesnake Slim’s: Keeping it Western
When it comes to running Rattlesnake Slim's, Gordon Mehterian wants to keep it as real as possible.
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7-Eleven opens Bouquet Canyon location 7-Eleven will host a grand opening celebration for its newest location on Bouquet Canyon Road today from 1 to 6 p.m. An official ribbon cutting for the Saugus 7-Eleven will take place at 2 p.m. The event will feature live entertainment, prizes and in-store promotions. 7-Eleven is located at 28088 Bouquet Canyon Road in Saugus. Cobblestone Cottage to host shoe drive Cobblestone Cottage will host a benefit for Soles4Souls, Inc. ...
Bank of Santa Clarita’s assets increase
Bank of Santa Clarita reported assets of $134.6 million for the first quarter of 2008. The figure comes as a 14 percent increase when compared to March 31, 2007. Total net loans at March 31 increased to $114.6 million compared to $96.8 million, showing an 18 percent change. Deposits at the end of the first quarter were $101 million compared to $98.1 million last year, an increase of 3 percent. The bank reports that interest ...
Auto dealer offers prize money to schools buying most cars
Santa Clarita Valley students and parents can earn points and prize money for their schools by test driving and buying cars at any Valencia Auto Center dealership during the month of May.
Hurricane Harbor opens this weekend
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor will mark the start of its 14th season on Saturday with the Polar Plunge, an annual benefit for the Special Olympics.
SCV home sales on rebound
Home and condominium sales in the Santa Clarita Valley were on the increase in March, despite a continuing overall slowdown in the market, according to the Southland Regional Association of Realtors.
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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.
VIA keynote speaker touts ‘lean’ and mean
The keynote speaker at the Valley Industry Association's luncheon on Tuesday said he was first introduced to the concept of lean manufacturing when his family had to make a decision between buying steel for their family operated business or putting food on the dinner table.
US housing starts surpass 1 million in March
WASHINGTON (AP) - U.S. homebuilders broke the 1 million mark in March for the first time since June 2008. The gain signals continued strength for the housing recovery at the start of the spring buying season.
Ocon U.S. HealthWorks VP of Tax
Ramon Ocon has been named as the Vice President of Tax for U.S. HealthWorks of Valencia.
Pegi Matsuda to head VEDC’s board
Pegi Matsuda has been appointed as the Chairwoman of the Valley Economic Development Center's board of directors, where she has served on the board for the past 10 years.
Local Boston Scientific working on back pain
Boston Scientific received U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval last week for its second generation Precision Spectra Spinal Cord Stimulator System, which controls pain.
Retailer permits are approved for Patios
Permits have been issued for a fashion accessories retailer to occupy a portion of the space where The Westfield Group had petitioned the city of Santa Clarita to locate a Walmart Neighborhood Market, said an official with the city.
Second BevMo store to open in the Santa Clarita Valley
The second Santa Clarita Valley BevMo store opens in Canyon Country April 26, said Josh Phaneuf, with BevMo.
Santa Clarita Valley office vacancies rise slightly
Santa Clarita's first-quarter office vacancy rate rose slightly as one business moved out of the area and another, smaller firm moved in.
Family-run 7-Eleven closing after 27 years
What 7-Eleven, Inc. giveth, 7-Eleven, Inc. taketh.
Homeowners in need often become victims
If a company is asking for money upfront to perform a loan modification service, that's a red flag, said a local Realtor.
