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Classroom on Main St. Comes to Danville
The 2019 Classroom on Main Street program visited Danville for this year’s program day. This event is designed to provide high school students with an overview of entrepreneurial skills that will assist them in their future careers. Students also learn at local small businesses, from the owners, about what it takes to succeed. The program…
Read MoreMillionaire Grocery Clerks, Tax-Free Companies Among the Many Possibilities Through Employee Ownership
From Pennsylvania Center for Employee Ownership (PCEO) Millionaire grocery clerks, real retirement savings, tax free companies. Crazy? No…it’s called employee ownership. What if your employer (or you, as a small business owner) could sell you a percentage of their/your company? What if you paid NOTHING for the shares, but now had real retirement funds? And…
Read MoreEmployer Feedback, IFO Report Further Highlight the Negative Consequences of Government Mandated Wage Increases
From PA Chamber of Business & Industry As noted in last month’s column, one aspect of Gov. Tom Wolf’s budget proposal that is concerning to the PA Chamber is an aggressive plan to increase Pennsylvania’s minimum wage to $12 in July – which represents 65 percent increase over the current rate – and incrementally increase…
Read MoreMember News – April 10, 2019
Commonwealth Health – Berwick Hospital Center‘s free six-week educational series titled “Six Weeks to Better Health” continues this afternoon and wraps up next Wednesday April 17. Today’s presentation is from 12-1 p.m. at the Hospital’s Conference Room 1 and 2, located at 701 East 16th St., Berwick and the final session next Wednesday is from 5-6…
Read MoreBloomsburg Town Council Tables Plan to Close Parking Lots for Block Party
Parking lots in downtown Bloomsburg will be open under normal enforcement this weekend after Town Council voted unanimously to table a plan devised to deter visitors for this weekend’s Block Party. The Town had announced that metered parking spaces in the lots would be closed from midnight to 6 p.m. on Saturday. A number business…
Read MoreWelcome PinPoint Local
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 MorePrecautions to Take for Spring Seasonal Allergies
From ChamberChoice Mold growth blooms inside and outside after spring rains. When flowers, trees, weeds and grasses begin to blossom, allergies will follow. Spring-cleaning activities can stir up dust mites, so be sure to: Wash your bedding every week in hot water to help keep pollen under control. Wash your hair before going to bed,…
Read MoreTravel Training
From rabbittransit Learn how to use the Fixed Route or Paratransit service with free travel training by rabbittransit. Increased mobility through bus service can bring passengers increased independence, lead to a more active lifestyle, and can enhance quality of life. Travel training eliminates feelings of isolation and the need for passengers to rely on others…
Read MoreChamber Welcomes 2019-20 Board
The Chamber 2019-20 fiscal year began on April 1, and with that, the 2019-20 Board of Directors began its year-long term. There are a minimal number of changes on the Chamber board this year, as just two members depart and one new member comes on. Joining the board as the new chair of the Foundation…
Read MoreIFO Report Shows Negative Impact of Mandated Wage Hikes on Businesses, Lesser-Skilled Workers
From PA Chamber of Business & Industry Pennsylvania’s Independent Fiscal Office recently unveiled an analysis of revenue proposals in Gov. Tom Wolf’s 2019-20 state budget plan, including an immediate increase in the minimum wage to $12 an hour and ultimately to $15 and elimination of the tipped wage. The report includes a look at findings from prominent…
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