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Becker Healthcare Podcast Interviews Geisinger Doctors Martin, Suk
Becker Healthcare Podcast Interviews Geisinger Doctors Martin, Suk The Becker Healthcare Podcast, associated with Becker’s Hospital Review, is recognized as a forum for healthcare industry thought leadership. Recently, this podcast featured not one, but two Geisinger physicians. Congratulations to Dr. Suk and Dr. Martin for recognition in making local healthcare in Columbia and Montour…
Read MoreRecap: Third Annual Mixer with Nonprofits
Recap: Third Annual Mixer with Nonprofits Thanks to the generous sponsorship of the Community Giving Foundation, Service 1st Federal Credit Union, and the hospitality of the team at The Meadows at Maria Joseph Continuing Care Community, last week’s Third Annual Nonprofit Mixer was a fantastic opportunity for nonprofits and our business community to connect. …
Read MoreBerwick Businesses Asked for Input on Signage
The committee for Berwick, The Next Step continues to meet twice a month to enhance the downtown for the benefit of the entire community. The committee is working on a number of recommendations in the Building a Better Berwick report, which is available online. One of the recommendations is updating the Borough’s signage ordinance, to allow…
Read MoreBusiness Program is a Great Opportunity for Local Students
From Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week Note: The Chamber is hosting a free informational breakfast for those businesses, students and parents that may be interested in learning more about this program on Wednesday, Jan. 23, at 7:30 a.m. at the Greenly Center, 50 East Main St., Bloomsburg (learn more). There is an award-winning summer economics education…
Read MoreLeadership Central Penn Goes to Court
Leadership Central Penn (LCP) wrapped up 2018 with a trip to the Columbia County Courthouse to learn about the law. The Hon. Judge James graciously hosted the class for a morning session on the three types of law, the structure of Pennsylvania’s judicial system and his presentation, “The Cost of Justice.” The morning started with…
Read MoreChamber Foundation Extends Thanks for Support of Educational Improvement Programs in Workforce Development
The Foundation of the Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce would like to thank the following Chamber members for their support of its educational improvement programs in workforce development: First Columbia Bank & Trust First Keystone Community Bank PPL Electric Utilities UGI Funds were received through the PA Department of Community & Economic Development’s EITC program. …
Read MoreWinter Weather Travel Tips
From rabbittransit Plan Ahead: Extreme winter weather may cause delays in paratransit service, so please plan ahead and allow extra time for travel. This is especially important if you’re making a new trip or one you are not completely familiar with. If you need to update a standing ride or cancel a trip, call our…
Read MoreMobility Often Taken for Granted
From rabbittransit Often, many people take for granted the ability to travel to everyday locations — a place to buy milk, receive an immunization, maintain employment or learn the alphabet. Without these connections, individuals cannot provide for their basic needs or dare to explore opportunities for their future. 3P Ride is a nonprofit organization dedicated…
Read MoreBloomsburg Ordinance Change Seeks to Increase Parking Availability
Bloomsburg Town Council recently approved an amendment to its zoning ordinance with a goal of increasing the amount of public parking available for people who visit and work in the downtown. The changes, approved by Council at its December 10th meeting, require that any new residential development in the downtown commercial district provide private parking.…
Read MoreRevolving Car Loan Program Offers Low Interest Car Loans to Qualified Individuals and Families
Last year, the United Way of Columbia and Montour County, in partnership with Community Strategies Group and First Columbia Bank & Trust, initiated a revolving car loan program to assist individuals and families in need of transportation to help in gaining and/or keeping employment. Access (or lack thereof) to transportation in one of the top…
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