Archive By Section - Local Business
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.
Medieval dreams going online
For Dianna Bayhylle, closing the doors on her 1-year-old store, Glastonburys Gifts, marked the ending of a dream that had really just begun.
Articles by Section - Local Business
U.S. HealthWorks appoints Strickland national director
Scott Strickland has been appointed as National Director of Therapy Services for Valencia-based U.S. HealthWorks.
Purchasing a home can be tricky these days
Editor's Note: This is the last of a two-part series on the local real estate market. Last Sunday's story focused on the homeowner, or seller. Today's story focuses on the buyer.
Men’s Wearhouse founder speaks at VIA B2B
"Compassion and forgiveness are just as important as accountability and hard work," said George Zimmer, founder and executive chairman of the Men's Wearhouse.
Hundreds attend used clothing consignment sale
or hundreds of women buying and selling used clothing, much of it high-end and designer goods.
