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Small Business Tax Reform Bills Clear Committee Hurdle
From PA Chamber of Business & Industry The PA House Finance Committee voted last week to advance three bills that would help small businesses in the Commonwealth compete on an even playing field. House Bill 331 would bring the state’s Tax Code in line with federal law to allow for a tax deferral of a…
Read MoreBucknell SBDC Launches InnovateHER Business Challenge
State Representative Lynda Schlegel Culver and the Bucknell University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) announce the launch of the 2017 InnovateHER Business Challenge, a prize competition designed to unearth innovative products and services that help, impact and empower the lives of women and families. Through InnovateHER, the U.S. Small Business Association (SBA) is seeking products…
Read MoreMontour County Readdressing Meetings Scheduled
A series of public information sessions will be held in May to provide updates on the merger of the 911 centers between Columbia and Montour counties and readdressing in Montour County. Residents and commercial property owners in Montour County, Riverside Borough and Rush Township are encouraged to attend one of the following sessions. Wednesday, May…
Read MoreLeadership Central Penn to Hold Graduation May 18
Chamber members and the public are invited to the Leadership Central Penn graduation luncheon for the Class of 2017. Date: May 18, 2017 Place: Frosty Valley Country Club, Danville Time: 11:15 am – 1:30 pm This year’s keynote speaker is Dr. Holly Morrison, President & CEO of the Central Susquehanna Community Foundation. A full buffet lunch…
Read MoreRenaissance Parking Regulations
The Bloomsburg Police Department issued the following press release regarding parking regulations during the Renaissance Jamboree this Saturday, April 29. The Bloomsburg Police Department would like to remind everyone of certain parking regulations enforced for The Annual Renaissance Jamboree taking place this Saturday, April 29, 2017. The event will close Main Street/SR0011 from Iron Street…
Read MoreWelcome Cerridwen’s Garden
More than 550 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 MoreWelcome Planet Fitness
More than 550 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 MoreWorkPlace Health Offers Full Range of Employer Health Services
Chamber members learned about the services offered by WorkPlace Health last Wednesday evening at April’s Business After Hours. WorkPlace Health, a division of Phoenix Rehabilitation and Health Services, offers a full range of services for area employers including drug and alcohol screening, OSHA testing, physical and health exams, and rehabilitation for workplace injuries. For more…
Read MoreThere’s Still Time to Register for the Chamber Golf Outing
The Chamber’s annual Golf Outing, sponsored by Williams, is rapidly approaching. Scheduled for Thursday, May 25, at Knoebels Three Ponds Golf Club in Elysburg, this event features a full day of fun, food, drinks and golf. Cost is $85 per person or $340 per foursome and includes lunch, green fees, cart, a plated dinner, beverages on the…
Read MoreMember News – April 26, 2017
Member News Wesley United Methodist Church Hosts Free Handbell Concert The Hershey Handbell Ensemble will perform a concert at Wesley United Methodist Church, located at Market and West 3rd Streets in Bloomsburg, on Friday, April 28 at 7 p.m. The concert is free, although the Ensemble gratefully accepts donations. This 16-member group plays seasonally in…
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