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From Congressman Dan Meuser Congress recently passed and President Trump signed into law H.R. 7010, the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act. This bill modifies the Paycheck Protection Program to better suit small business’ evolving circumstances. The main reforms include: Extends the covered period for loan forgiveness from eight weeks after the date of loan disbursement…

The Pennsylvania 30 Day Fund announced that it will deploy at least $100,000 for diverse small businesses who have suffered loss due to property damage and looting. The nonprofit organization provides $3000 forgivable loans to small businesses owners who complete a simple application and submit a video. The Fund launched on May 7, 2020, and…

More than 435 businesses and organizations belong to the Chamber to receive benefits and support efforts to strengthen their businesses and the region. Increased membership allows the Chamber to offer additional programs and benefits, have a stronger voice in advocacy and be involved in more activities and initiatives. The Chamber welcomes PB&J Bar. PB&J Bar,…

The Columbia Montour Chamber’s Visionary Member Spotlight highlights First Columbia Bank & Trust Co. For nearly 120 years, the institution has been committed to serving customers and the communities in which they reside, providing a full range of banking, trust, and investment services for both individuals and businesses.  The Bank is dedicated to remaining a…

More than 435 businesses and organizations belong to the Chamber to receive benefits and support efforts to strengthen their businesses and the region. Increased membership allows the Chamber to offer additional programs and benefits, have a stronger voice in advocacy and be involved in more activities and initiatives. The Chamber welcomes Trivium Packaging. Trivium Packaging…

Geisinger will be hosting Back to Business Town Hall- part two, on June 4th from 11 am-12 pm.  This event will feature Dr. Stanley Martin, Infectious Diseases; Allison Hess, VP, Health & Wellness; Brion Lieberman, VP, Human Resources.  Register for the event here.  This Virtual Meeting will be taped and added to their business resources…

DRIVE, an economic development council of governments serving Columbia and Montour Counties announces an expansion of its wireless broadband network in Montour County. The original pilot project launched in 2019 to reach underserved areas of the county as well as to create a wide area network for Montour County owned offices. Jennifer Wakeman, executive director,…

In response to the heightened needs of area nonprofit organizations and its mission to enhance the quality of life in the region, the Central Susquehanna Community Foundation is pleased to announce a second grantround available for Disaster Relief Funding. Established in 2011, the purpose of the Foundation’s Disaster Relief Fund is to support nonprofit organizations…

In Pennsylvania and across the country, child care is identified as one of the top barriers to employment. In the changing landscape of workforce development, businesses want to better understand how child care affects their bottom line and Pennsylvania’s edge in the national and global marketplace. The effects of COVID-19 mitigation mandates have created new…

On Tuesday, June 9, 2020, the “What’s So Cool About Manufacturing?” (WSCM) student video program will conclude its seventh season with the “Best of PA” Statewide Awards Event. Due to the unprecedented challenges presented by social distancing, this year’s event will stream ‘live from home’ on YouTube, and will include 22 teams competing for first,…