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Governor Announces Initiative to Expand Broadband Access
On Monday, March 19, Governor Tom Wolf announced a new initiative aimed at expanding broadband access to businesses and households in Pennsylvania through the creation of a new office dedicated to ensuring every Pennsylvanian has access to high-speed internet. The announcement also included the introduction of the Pennsylvania Broadband Investment Incentive Program, which offers incentives…
Read MoreReview, confirm, update: Your office spring cleaning should include employee benefits files
From ChamberChoice and Smart Business Pittsburgh As spring approaches, many of us get the itch for a little “spring cleaning.” It’s less hectic with end of the year issues and open enrollment out of the way. It’s also the perfect time for employers to pull out benefits records for review, confirmation and updating, says Chuck Whitford, consultant…
Read MoreSpots Remain For Nonprofit Vendors at Annual Bloomsburg Renaissance Jamboree
The 40th annual Renaissance Jamboree in downtown Bloomsburg will be held on Saturday, April 28 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., rain or shine. This annual event is run by Downtown Bloomsburg, Inc., and is co-sponsored by Bloomsburg University and its Program Board, the Columbia Montour Chamber and the Town of Bloomsburg. There are still…
Read MoreWelcome Budget Roofing, Inc.
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…
Read MoreMember News – March 14, 2018
Member News The Wilkes Small Business Development Center will hold a First Step Workshop tonight, March 14, at 6 p.m. at its location at 85 South Main St., Wilkes-Barre. Cost for this workshop is $20, and registration can be done online or by calling 570-408-4340. A Wilkes SBDC representative is also available to meet with those…
Read MoreGovernor’s Cabinet Members Discuss Education, Substance Abuse and Infrastructure
Members of Governor Wolf’s cabinet were in Bloomsburg on Monday, March 12, as part of a series of “Cabinet in Your Community” meetings across the state. Community members were invited to ask questions of the secretaries of Agriculture, Transportation, Corrections, Education, and the Commissioner of the PA State Police. During the 90-minute meeting, topics included…
Read MoreBloomsburg Open to Mini Casinos
On Monday, March 12, Bloomsburg Town Council passed a resolution which would allow a “mini casino” to locate in the Town. Pennsylvania is making 10 Category 4 casino licenses available through an auction process currently underway. Local municipalities have the option as to whether or not they would allow such establishments. Several other municipalities in Columbia…
Read MoreFinal Week of 2018-19 State Budget Hearings Wraps Up
From PA Chamber of Business & Industry Last week, the House and Senate Appropriations Committees hosted their third and final week of budget hearings with the heads of state agencies and state row offices, to discuss Gov. Tom Wolf’s proposed spending level for their entities in the 2018-19 Fiscal Year, among related issues. Amazon’s consideration…
Read MorePA Senator, Geisinger Representative Brief Local Chambers on Energy Policy and Efficiency
From Chambers for Innovation & Clean Energy To some, Pennsylvania may be best known for its great historical significance — as home of the Liberty Bell and the place where the Declaration of Independence was signed and the U.S. Constitution drawn up. But Pennsylvania has an equally strong history of innovation: being home to the…
Read MorePA Chamber: Responsible State Spending, Pro-Growth Policies Will Build a Stronger PA
From PA Chamber of Business & Industry When Gov. Tom Wolf first took office, he adopted the mantra, “Jobs that Pay. Schools That Teach. Government That Works.” when describing his policy priorities. In many ways, our member businesses have indicated that the PA Chamber’s mission is much the same – to create a robust environment…
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