Social media: where to draw the line for teens
November 1, 2019
It’s the rare teen who doesn’t use social media. By some estimates, 97% of all U.S. adolescents use at least one of the most popular apps, like YouTube, Instagram or Snapchat.
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Bella Vida to host tribute for Veterans Day
October 31, 2019
By Raychel Stewart For The Signal The Bella Vida senior center is hosting a Veterans Day tribute event to give thanks and gratitude for veterans throughout the country on Nov.
Halloween takes over Castaic Sports Complex
October 31, 2019
By Raychel Stewart For The Signal The Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation hosted the annual Halloween Splash and Carnival at the Castaic Sports Complex and Aquatic Center
A look at the evolution of influencers
October 27, 2019
Every year, companies give billions of dollars to “influencers” who promote the companies’ products, typically on their social media accounts. This is known as influencer marketing and makes up the
Paul Butler: Workplace politics
October 25, 2019
This week, I thought I’d keep it light and talk politics! People are paying a lot of interest to what the politicians are saying or not saying and, even more
Beware of cybercrime masquerading as legitimate business
October 25, 2019
By Steve Nuñez Vice President and Relationship Manager for Mission Valley Bank If you’re old enough to remember the flimsy plastic masks children wore with costumes one night a year
VIA celebrates 2019 Bash
October 25, 2019
The Valley Industry Association hosted its annual VIA Bash on Saturday at the Hyatt Regency Valencia to celebrate its members’ accomplishments with an awards ceremony and support its community outreach.
Tips to prevent hearing loss in seniors
October 24, 2019
By Raychel Stewart For The Signal Fifteen percent of people over the age of 18 report some type of hearing loss, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine. That number jumps to
Medicare scams target seniors
October 21, 2019
By Kimberly Silverio-Bautista For The Signal Seniors should be on the lookout for Medicare scams, according to the L.A. County District Attorney’s Office. Scammers are profiling themselves as Medicare representatives
Paul Butler: Lessons learned
October 19, 2019
Recently, I was asked to present to a group of business students on the lessons I’ve learned starting and sustaining a business and organized my thoughts into eight points. I
Fast-growing SCV businesses recognized on Inc. 5000 list
October 18, 2019
Eight Santa Clarita Valley-based companies have been named to Inc. Magazine’s 2019 Inc. 5000 list, which identifies private companies in the U.S. that have had the highest percentage of growth
Chamber’s Small Business Council announces chair
October 18, 2019
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce announced Brian Schlick, co-owner of Schlick Art & Photography, as the founding chair for the Small Business Council Thursday. The goal of the
Construction begins at Orchard Medical Center
October 18, 2019
Construction has commenced for a two-story medical office building at Orchard Medical Center in Valencia, CBRE officials announced Monday. This 41,244-square-foot building, located at 25425 Orchard Village Road, will be
SCV’s largest firm changes name to Poole Shaffery & Koegle
October 16, 2019
By Perry Smith Signal Managing Editor The Santa Clarita Valley’s largest law firm announced Wednesday a new name has been added to the title. Poole & Shaffery, LLP, is now
Paul Butler: Talking workplace politics
October 12, 2019
This week, I thought I’d keep it light and talk politics! People are paying a lot of interest to what the politicians are saying or not saying and, even more
Teacision opens shop on Orchard Village
October 11, 2019
After years of successful management of four sushi restaurants, Stevenson Ranch resident Boston Yoon decided it was time to try a more family-friendly type of business. Enter Teacision. Yoon decided
Chamber identifies ‘job creator’ bills
October 11, 2019
The California Chamber of Commerce is urging Gov. Gavin Newsom to sign three bills, all of which are expected to either create jobs or boost economic development. Assembly Bill 23
Bill limiting interest rates on certain personal loans signed into law
October 11, 2019
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 539, entitled the Fair Access to Credit Act, into law on Thursday, which will cap interest rates at 36% simple interest, for loans between
Valencia Acura receives J.D. Power 2019 Dealer of Excellence Certification
October 11, 2019
Each year, the J.D. Power 2019 Dealer of Excellence Program recognizes a select number of vehicle dealerships across the country for providing exceptional customer service, one of which was Valencia
Grace Baptist Church hosts annual fall festival
October 10, 2019
By Raychel Stewart For The Signal Grace Baptist Church will host its annual Fall Festival on the churchyard at Cooper Hill Drive on Oct. 25 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Attendees can