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From PA Chamber of Business & Industry On July 15th, Governor Tom Wolf and Department of Health Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine issued new mitigation orders – namely on dining and entertainment establishments throughout the Commonwealth – in response to a recent increase of COVID-19 cases in certain areas of Pennsylvania. The restrictions include a requirement…

The Columbia Montour Chamber’s Visionary Member Spotlight highlights Bloomsburg University.  As one of 14 public universities in the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, Bloomsburg University prepares students to become productive members of society and leaders with 57 undergraduate degree programs with 66 minors and 19 graduate degree programs.  The university is the largest employer…

It is the intent of the the Columbia County Commissioner’s Small Business/Tourism Grant to provide qualifying businesses a grant to help with costs such as rent or mortgage payments, utilities, and lost inventory.  This COVID-19 Columbia County Relief Block Grant (Small Business/Tourism Program) will utilize the Central Susquehanna Community Foundation’s web-based grant management system only…

Chamber members enjoyed an evening at the Children’s Museum, taking tours of the exhibits, while sampling baked goods, and sipping on wine at the Chamber’s Business After Hours, held on July 15th in Bloomsburg.  Attendees were able to catch up with and meet others in the local business community, while also getting a sneak peek…

Danville Heritage Festival As part of the Celebrate Danville festivities, The Danville Heritage Festival organizers have been working to create videos, essays, and other content to celebrate our community’s history and are excited to announce the planned 2020 Danville Heritage Festival scheduled all throughout the week of July 13-19. The content can be viewed on…

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 Helping Hands Home Health.…

Governor Tom Wolf announced that $10 million is now available for Pennsylvania businesses that have worked to maintain access to fresh, healthy food throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. “Pennsylvania’s food retailers stepped up to the plate to protect those putting food on the shelf, to think outside of the box to protect the most vulnerable, and…

From PA Chamber of Business & Industry PA Chamber of Business and Industry President and CEO Gene Barr issued the following statement after Gov. Tom Wolf signed S.B. 637, legislation that helps Pennsylvanians with criminal records re-enter the workforce by reforming the process by which they can obtain an occupational license: “Pennsylvania oversees the administration…

On July 4, President Trump signed into law a bill extending the deadline to apply for a Paycheck Protection Program loan to August 8. This modification gives businesses an additional six weeks to apply for a PPP loan. If you have already received a Payroll Protection Program loan, you may not receive a second loan.…

Columbia/Montour Fireman’s Relief Carnival Columbia/Montour Fire Departments Weekend Carnival at The Bloomsburg Fair! Friday, July 17th  – 4 PM until 10 PM Saturday, July 18th  – 12 Pm until 10 pm Fireworks Scheduled for Saturday night at Dusk (9:30 pm-ish) Fire Department Companies from 2 Counties bringing hot dogs, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, caramel corn, sweet corn,…