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From ChamberChoice and Smart Business Pittsburgh As technology develops, so too have the improvements and capabilities with the delivery of health care. “Telehealth innovations in the health care industry are a significant step forward in mitigating rising health care costs,” says Ron Carmassi, client advisor at JRG Advisors. He added that technology can lead to better…

From Talen Energy Operators at the Susquehanna Steam Electric Station disconnected the Unit 2 reactor from the electrical grid on Saturday, March 23 to begin its scheduled refueling and maintenance outage.  The unit’s refueling outage occurs every two years and helps ensure that the station runs safely and efficiently, generating reliable “always on” carbon-free power to the…

From PA Chamber of Business & Industry Last week, the state House of Representatives overwhelmingly approved a slate of bipartisan workforce development-related bills that have earned the PA Chamber’s backing.  The PA Chamber is helping lead an effort with the Wolf Administration, the General Assembly, state agencies and the private sector to build a more…

Currently, and running through April 4, the United Way of Columbia and Montour County is again offering free basic tax help to low and moderate-income residents in the community. This program will be held Tuesdays and Wednesday from 2-6 p.m. and Thursdays from 4-8 p.m. at Wesley United Methodist Church, located at 130 W. 3rd…

Earlier this month, Harry Mathias, superintendent of the Central Columbia School District who is retiring at the end of the current school year, attended his final board meetings for both the Chamber and Foundation of the Columbia Montour Chamber. Harry has spent his entire career investing in the education of children through public education. He is…

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…

Chamber members and other attendees had an opportunity to check out the still relatively new office at Hamilton Dental Care while also meeting the staff and its newest dentist and enjoying some delicious hors d’oeuvres from That Kitchen Witch at March’s Business After Hours, held on the first day of spring, March 20. Hamilton Dental…

From ChamberChoice The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (“ACA”) permits employers to charge higher premiums to tobacco users for medical coverage (except where limited by state law). This should be done in conjunction with a wellness plan that offers tobacco cessation counseling, and employers generally will determine tobacco use by requiring employees to complete…

Would a public bus be used by your employees? A group of agencies working to establish service along the Route 11 corridor from Berwick to Selinsgrove is seeking input from local employers as planning moves forward. It is anticipated that service would begin in 2020. The effort is being spearheaded by the Greater Susquehanna Valley…

From PA Chamber of Business & Industry The 2019-20 budget process is officially underway and with it has come a renewed sense of optimism that a budget will be finalized by the June 30th constitutional deadline. With year-to-date revenue collections currently $290 million above estimate, the governor’s budget proposal does not include any broad-based tax…