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Member News – October 4, 2017
Member News State Rep. David Millard will host a Senior Caregiver Support Forum tomorrow, Oct. 5, beginning at 6 p.m. at the Central Susquehanna Community Foundation, 725 West Front St., Berwick. Intended for people that help care for aging loved ones, this forum will provide attendees with an opportunity to learn about important resources available…
Read MoreThere’s Still Time for Food, Catering and Beverage Vendors to Sign Up for the Third Annual Taste of the Valley
As originally communicated over the summer, the third annual Taste of the Valley will be held this year at Ponduce Farms, 270 White Church Rd., Elysburg, on Sunday, Oct. 15, from 12-3 p.m. Interested vendors in the food, catering and beverage categories are still welcome to sign up. Vendors will be accepted up through the day of…
Read MoreWith Revenue Deal Apparently Close, PA Senate and House Both Return to Session This Week
From PA Chamber of Business & Industry The Senate wasn’t scheduled to return to session until Monday, Oct. 16, unless any real progress had been made on negotiations to finalize the $32 billion 2017-18 state budget with a revenue plan that will pay for it. It now appears that is the case, as the Senate…
Read MoreWelcome Back Econo Lodge Bloomsburg
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 MoreBeing Better Consumers: How to Control the Cost of Health Care Through Price Transparency
From ChamberChoice and Smart Business Pittsburgh As the cost of health care continues to rise, it is crucial for consumers to better understand the actual cost of health care and the need for greater price transparency. “After all, we practice consumerism when it comes to shopping at the grocery store, buying clothes and other products and services. We shop…
Read MorePA Chamber to Hold Webinar on Federal Tax Reform
Since last year’s election and the new executive administration and legislators took their offices in January, one issue that has been discussed but hasn’t necessarily been at the forefront of the daily news is federal tax reform. That issue will likely be front and center soon, as congressional leaders have said they will be taking…
Read MoreEnergy Savings Benefit the Bottom Line and Public Health
Improving energy efficiencies at your home and business will not only save you money, but also result in a healthier environment. Reducing the demand for traditional power generation lowers emissions of carbon dioxide, sulfur dioxide, and mercury, with tangible health benefits. Opportunities to improve efficiencies can be as simple as replacing older lighting with LED…
Read MoreKawneer Showcases State-of-the-Art Plant at September Business After Hours
Chamber members enjoyed delicious food and sweets from fellow member Lucy’s Kitchen & Catering and also had an opportunity to go on a tour of Kawneer’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Bloomsburg at September’s Business After Hours last Wednesday, Sept. 20. Those that went on the tour saw Kawneer’s massive plant where thousands of door and…
Read MoreMember News – September 27, 2017
Member News First Keystone Bank is lending a hand to support the relief efforts in Texas and Florida due to the recent hurricanes. It is holding collections for the Texas and Miami diaper banks through this Friday, Sept. 29. The goal is to fill a truck with baby items, and the bank will cover costs…
Read MorePA Department of Health Seeks Input on Regulations for Medical Marijuana Program
The Pennsylvania Department of Health is seeking input from patients and their caregivers on what should be included in the proposed regulations for the state’s new medical marijuana program. The deadline to submit public comments is next Monday, Oct. 2. The draft regulations can be viewed on the PA Dept. of Health’s website. The draft…
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