Women from all over the San Fernando Valley joined together on May 5th to make a difference by doing something that may be outside of their comfort zones at the 3rd Annual Women Empowerment Build.  To quote Chairwoman Alison Haislip of Hulu’s Original Series Battleground, “Tonight if you hear on the news that there was a major estrogen explosion in the San Fernando Valley today, that would be us. We are weapons of mass construction!” Also in attendance was Habitat Ambassador Arianne Zucker of Days of Our Lives, who gave an amazing safety briefing. Field Representative Sarah Tamor from Fran Pavley’s office presented a certificate of achievement in recognition for all of the work Habitat has done to Habitat Chairman … Read More …

By Michele E. Buttelman  , The Signal Features Editor – The small building at the corner of Spruce and 11th streets in Newhall began life as the American Theater. The movie theater was built by Western silent film star William S. Hart and donated to American Legion Post 507. The theater was designed by nationally renowned cinema architect S. Charles Lee. It opened on May 23, 1941, with a dedication ceremony attended by Hart. Hart asked only that one Western a week be shown at the theater, in addition to the contemporary films of the day. The theater closed in 1965 and the building was converted to the meeting and entertainment center for Post 507. The building is now a … Read More …

Thursday, 19 April 2012 11:00 – Green Convergence, Santa Clarita Valley’s only SunPower Elite Dealer, today announced a partnership with the local chapter of Habitat for Humanity (Habitat). With a purchase of a SunPower high efficiency solar system, Santa Clarita Valley (SCV) veterans will benefit through Habitat’s “SCV Habitat for Heroes” program. When a solar system is purchased through Green Convergence in Santa Clarita, a contribution of up to $2,000 will be made to benefit SCV Habitat for Heroes.  The contribution is made possible through an agreement between Green Convergence and SunPower. Mark Figearo, CEO of Green Convergence, is passionate about giving back to our local veterans.  “They put themselves on the line for our freedom. Now we can assist … Read More …