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Congressman Barletta Touts Accomplishments, Priorities
Congressman Lou Barletta touted some of the numerous accomplishments from his near eight-year tenure representing the 11th congressional district and also looked ahead to some of the priorities remaining for the current Congress in the few remaining months until the new Congress is seating in January. The U.S. Rep. made his remarks to members of…
Read MoreState Officials Promote Education Saving Program
Beginning in 2019, every child born or adopted into Pennsylvania will have $100 invested into an account for their future education. Funds can used up to age 29 for continuing education after high school to better prepare for the workforce. Pennsylvania Treasurer Joe Torsella was joined by other state officials in Berwick recently to celebrate…
Read MoreMember News – September 19, 2018
Member News Knoebels Amusement Resort, which is no stranger to industry awards, is once again the recipient of several Amusement Today’s Golden Ticket Awards, which annually recognize the “best of the best” in the amusement industry and are calculated from an international poll (See the complete rankings for all categories). The results come from a survey…
Read MoreIncreasing Awareness of Substance Abuse and Recovery
The United in Recovery coalition is participating in events throughout the fall to raise awareness of substance abuse issues and celebrate recovery. A display in the Education building at the Bloomsburg Fair is designed to help parents and guardians identify potential hiding places for drugs. The Hiding in Plain Sight display simulates a child’s bedroom…
Read MoreWelcome Lapels
More than 400 businesses and organizations belong to the Chamber to receive benefits and support efforts to strengthen their businesses and our region. Increased membership allows us to offer additional programs and benefits, have a stronger voice in advocacy and be involved in more activities and initiatives in our communities. The Chamber welcomes its newest…
Read MoreBloomsburg Community Foundation Awards Over $10K to Local Nonprofits
The Bloomsburg Area Community Foundation (BACF), whose funds are administered by the Central Susquehanna Community Foundation, recently awarded $10,300 to local nonprofits during its competitive grantround. The awards were granted through the Bloomsburg Area Community Foundation Fund. The awards were given out at a luncheon at Monty’s on the Bloomsburg University, on Tuesday, Sept. 11, during…
Read MoreSEDA-COG Requests Input For Travel Needs Survey
SEDA-COG wants to hear from you. How are you affected by transportation services in the central Pennsylvania region? How could services better help you, your family, or your business in Clinton, Columbia, Juniata, Lycoming, Mifflin, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder and Union counties? Let us know by participating in a brief online survey. The survey, available through…
Read MoreChamber Supports Open Meeting Legislation
Legislation under consideration in the PA House of Representatives would require that agendas for public meetings be posted on agency websites at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. With a few exceptions, items not on the published agenda could not be voted upon. The Chamber’s Board of Directors recently expressed support for the bill.…
Read MoreTax Foundation Report Analyzes PA Tax Code, Offers Recommendations
The PA Chamber unveiled a new study last week, “Pennsylvania: A 21st Century Tax Code for the Commonwealth,” that presents a comparative analysis of the state’s tax structure with other states and provides a menu of policy options to improve Pennsylvania’s tax system and overall competitiveness. Compiled by the Tax Foundation and funded via a grant…
Read MoreMember News – September 12, 2018
Member News The Penn State World Campus will hold a number of informational webinars in September for those that may be interested in pursuing a degree or certification through Penn State’s online/virtual delivery unit. Tonight, Sept. 12, from 8-9 p.m., there will be an information webinar on the redesigned Penn State Online MBA. Then, on Thursday,…
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