Can tax breaks save SCV film industry?

A film-industry leader said Friday, at a meeting called upon by Assemblyman Cameron Smyth, R-Santa Clarita, that she isn't sure if California's new tax credits for in-state productions will be enough to lure her firm back to California.

The Signal forced to make cuts

The Signal newspaper laid off seven employees and temporarily cut pay for the rest Friday on the heels of declining revenue.

Business park helps keep the shutters open

Bryan Buhtz thinks he found the perfect space for his Shutter World Inc. business. "I'm hoping to have this unit for a very long time, and I knew for longevity it would last a long time," said Buhtz, of Saugus, whose family-owned window-shutter business has grown since its inception in 1996. In 2007, he moved to a business condominium in the Discovery Gateway Spectrum II project on Constellation Road. "After building up the company and ...

Local Realtor earns 'green' designation

The National Association of REALTORS awarded Leah Pollack, of Valencia's Elite Professionals Real Estate Services, Inc. with its "Green Designation," the only green real estate professional designation recognized by the association.

Free foreclosure seminar in Newhall Saturday

The Foreclosure Center in Newhall will host a free foreclosure seminar 10 a.m. Saturday at 24002 Lyons Avenue in Newhall. Bill Greene, vice president of Countrywide/Bank of America, will speak on understanding the foreclosure and short-pay process. Munzer Ghoshel will speak on investing IRA and 401k money into real estate, and Phil Nordella, owner of the Foreclosure Center, will speak on the best way to buy a foreclosure. A question and answer session will follow. ...

Discovering new careers at COC

SCV School and Business Alliance and their title sponsor, Boston Scientific Neuromodulation host Discovering Careers 2009 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 25 at College of the Canyons.

Murray hosts foreclosure workshop

Rick Murray of Foreclosure Prevention Consultants hosts a free foreclosure prevention workshop at 6 p.m. Thursday at the Valencia Library, 23743 Valencia Blvd.

Local company gains exclusive contract

Picture Perfect Window Coverings is now the first and only distributor of custom area rugs by Masland Carpets in the Santa Clarita Valley.

Home sweet home business

For Angela Freeland, of Valencia, transforming an occasional hobby into a successful job opportunity has proved to be a truly sweet sensation.

Tea maker wants to hear your tale

Santa Clarita-based TeaZazz Sparkling Tea is asking Southern California residents to submit their stories for a chance to receive 100 bottles of TeaZazz for an upcoming event, a charity of choice or just a special occasion.

Chamber recognizes future leaders

Celebrating its 11th anniversary, the Santa Clarita Valley Junior Chamber International is hosting its annual Awards and Installation dinner 6 p.m. Saturday at the Hyatt Valencia.

The latest in friendly sky touring

Sally Bond and Bill Wolf, of Canyon Country, were part of an exclusive group who toured the new V Australia's Boeing 777 airplane after its arrival into LAX Friday.

Breaking new ground for health

Clinic construction has begun at 23772 Newhall Avenue, the future home of Samuel Dixon Family Health Centers, Inc.'s Newhall Health Center location, according to a recent center news release.

Vino 100 hosts 'Bottle Shock' movie showing

Vino 100 hosts two exclusive screenings of the highly acclaimed movie, "Bottle Shock," to coincide with the film's national DVD release, from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday, at 28112 Newhall Ranch Road in Valencia. Lannette Pabon, one of several screenwriters credited for the film, will sign DVDs at Thursday's showing. "Bottle Shock" tells the story of the historic 1976 wine-tasting contest known as the "Judgment of Paris," where, for the first time, American ...

Chamber mixer at Bristol Farms

Bristol Farms hosts a Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce mixer from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 18 at 23975 Newhall Ranch Rd. in Valencia. For information, call (661) 284-5970.

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.

Stores host block party to attract business

Sometimes it just takes a village of business owners to kick off a round of economic activity.

Median household income fell 7.3 percent in recession

SBDC has a record year

The Santa Clarita-based Small Business Development Center had its most successful year to date in 2012, according to the business assistance center on Wednesday.

Enterprise Zone audit reveals no major flaws

An exhaustive five-day audit of Santa Clarita's Enterprise Zone resulted in the program being given a green light with regards to running of the program and credits granted.

Santa Clarita: SBDC Annual Report Highlights Clients' Small Business Success

SANTA CLARITA - In 2012, the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted by College of the Canyons experienced its most successful operational year to date, with SBDC assisted clients combining to start 53 new small businesses and create or retain 937 local jobs.