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Public Meeting Scheduled to Discuss Routes 54 & 642 Safety Improvements in Danville

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is advancing a safety improvement project at the intersections of Route 54 and 642 in Valley Township, Montour County that began in 2015. Following several public meetings, a study was conducted with a community advisory committee to identify and evaluate alternative improvements to the Route 54 corridor between the…

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Member News – October 10, 2018

Member News Following a weekend of Homecoming activities, Bloomsburg University will be welcoming parents and family members of BU students this weekend for Parents and Family Weekend. Activities begin on Friday and continue through the weekend, including a football game against East Stroudsburg beginning at 2 p.m. A full schedule of events is available online. …

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Chamber on Hand for Ribbon Cutting at Danville Area High School’s New Performing Arts Center

The Chamber had the opportunity to take part in the Danville Area School District’s Homecoming festivities on Friday, Oct. 5, specifically by helping cut the ribbon on the high school’s new performing arts center. The ribbon cutting for the new facility, which opened in August, was held in between the Homecoming parade and the football…

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Welcome George Automotive Services

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…

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5K to Benefit Substance Recovery

A 5K run/walk to benefit education and recovery from substance abuse in the area is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 13 in Bloomsburg. The event is being sponsored by United in Recovery, a coalition of local organizations and citizens organized by the United Way of Columbia and Montour County. The Chamber is part of this coalition with…

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Williams Receives FERC Approval to Place Atlantic Sunrise Project Into Full Service; Project Goes Into Full Service Oct. 6

From Williams On Thursday, Oct. 4, Williams reported that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has approved the Company’s request to place its Atlantic Sunrise project into full service. The Company plans to place the project into full service on Oct. 6, 2018. Backed by long-term shipper commitments, the historic project increases the design capacity…

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Downtown Berwick Enhancement Efforts Moving Forward

Despite recent news about two distressed properties in Berwick’s downtown, there are proactive efforts underway to enhance the central business district. A committee, which is being coordinated by Community Strategies Group and includes representation from the Chamber, is meeting regularly to advance several initiatives. The community was provided an update on these efforts at a…

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State Budget Includes Funding for Jobseekers and Existing Employees

The 2018-19 State budget includes $30 million for workforce development initiatives. Funding includes support for career exploration, entry-level job seekers, and those looking to enhance their skills. One goal of the initiative is to double the number of people in apprenticeship programs in Pennsylvania by 2025. Gerald Oleksiak, Secretary of Pennsylvania’s Department of Labor and…

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Member News – October 3, 2018

Member News The Central Susquehanna Community Foundation‘s Women’s Giving Circle will hold its annual celebration tomorrow, Oct. 4 at the Pine Barn Inn from 6:30-8:30 p.m. This event, sponsored by First Keystone Community Bank, will celebrate another successful year for the Women’s Giving Circle, which was established to empower, connect and inspire women and girls by…

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Chamber Reduces Low Interest Loan Program Interest Rate to Three Percent

The Chamber’s Board of Directors recently voted to lower the interest rate for the Chamber’s low interest loan program to 3% on a permanent basis. Previously, the interest rate was an option of a variable rate at the Prime Rate or a fixed rate of Prime plus 50 basis points. Effective immediately, all otherwise qualified…

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