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Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport Requests Your Feedback With One-Minute Survey
In an effort to best assist local organizations with airline service, the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) is exploring different opportunities for new routes, including from/to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) and Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI). To get the best possible opportunity for our local companies/organizations, however, AVP needs some feedback from our members. Please be assured…
Read MoreWelcome LIFE Geisinger
More than 500 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 MoreLast Week of State Fiscal Year Focuses on Gaming Discussions, Other Unknowns
From PA Chamber of Business & Industry With only a few days left in the 2016-17 Fiscal Year, lawmakers are scheduled to be in session through June 30, the state’s constitutional budget deadline. More session days may be scheduled as necessary. Legislative leaders remain engaged in conversations over what the next year’s budget plan will…
Read MoreChamber Supports Expansion of Telecommunications Infrastructure
Adequate infrastructure is critical to the health and growth of communities. In addition to good roads, water, and electricity, reliable telecommunications is essential for resident safety and business operations. Unfortunately, telecommunications service, especially broadband internet, is either limited or nonexistent in significant portions of Montour and Columbia counties. The Columbia Montour Chamber recently joined with…
Read MoreMember Spotlight: Carr’s Sawmill
“Membership in the Columbia Montour Chamber has allowed for the opportunity to learn about other small businesses and share ideas from one small business owner to another. It has also generated sales through networking at Chamber events.” – Dan Carr, owner, Carr’s Sawmill. Carr’s Sawmill was added to the family farming operation in 1983 by…
Read MoreExpanded Maternity Center Opens at Geisinger Bloomsburg Hospital
Geisinger Bloomsburg Hospital recently opened an updated and expanded Maternity Center designed to create a family-friendly, comfortable space for expectant mothers, babies and their families. The unit’s updates included more than doubling its previous space to create a new 6,385 square-foot postpartum unit, including eight large postpartum rooms and a nursery for infants and their…
Read MoreNEPIRC to Offer Free Leadership Development Training Seminar in Berwick
The Northeastern Pennsylvania Industrial Resource Center (NEPIRC) is offering a series of free leadership development seminars during the month of August, including one that will be held in Berwick. Leadership development is applicable to all levels, in all industries. Become a stronger, more impactful leader and learn how to manage teams more effectively. These four-hour,…
Read MoreMember News – June 21, 2017
Member News Children’s Museum Hosts Special Needs Night The Children’s Museum, 2 W. 7th St., Bloomsburg, will host Special Needs Night this Friday, June 23, from 6-8 p.m. Come to a fun night out for families with special needs. Enjoy a reduced number of visitors, space and freedome to explore at your own pace,…
Read MoreWelcome Just a Drop Essential Oil
More than 500 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 MoreState House Bill Seeks to Reduce Opioid Abuse
The Pennsylvania Chamber of Business & Industry is urging employers to contact House members in their area early this week to urge support for H.B. 18, important legislation related to prescription drug and opioid overuse and abuse among injured workers in Pennsylvania, which the House is scheduled to consider Tuesday, June 20. House Bill 18…
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