Allentown, Pa. – With colder temperatures set to increase energy usage — and inflation impacting the cost of energy supply sources — PPL Electric Utilities wants to remind customers of multiple assistance programs for those struggling to pay their energy bills.
Williamsport, Pa. -- Lycoming County will be accepting pre-application funding requests from municipalities, public authorities, non-profits, and businesses that are located within Lycoming County to help determine how to allocate monies from the Federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
Lock Haven, Pa. – Lock Haven University recently received the Rural Health Program of the Year award, presented by the Pennsylvania Office of Rural Health (PORH), for their response to the COVID-19 virus.
Shop Small Saturday, on Nov. 27, quickly approaches. The holiday season is a time to celebrate and an opportunity to show appreciation for local entrepreneurs and to support the local economy.
Allentown, Pa. – With colder temperatures set to increase energy usage — and inflation impacting the cost of energy supply sources — PPL Electric Utilities wants to remind customers of multiple assistance programs for those struggling to pay their energy bills.
Harrisburg, Pa. -- Tipped workers can now benefit from a new rule that raises their earnings during "non tipped work." The Department of Labor (USDOL) has issued a new Tip Regulation which dismisses a former DOL rule and responds to a lawsuit that began under the Trump Administration.
Families with students planning a future that includes college should know about the PA 529 College and Career Savings Program. Are you familiar with how they work?
Williamsport, Pa. – State College Federal Credit Union recently completed a merger with Horizon Federal Credit Union of Williamsport, Pa. The result increases Horizon’s membership to 15,000 and extends its footprint into Centre County, Pa.
Recent legislation on fuel options in Pa. centers energy use as a consumer's choice or right. As some states move away from natural gas, Senate Bill 275 would maintain Pennsylvania's allegiance to any and all energy sources. The bill was approved by the state Senate on Wednesday.
Following FDA approval and CDC authorization of booster doses of Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines, certain locations are now offering all three booster vaccines, including Pfizer.
The minimum contribution to open a PA 529 College Career Savings Program has changed twice since July 2020, shifting from a $10 minimum to a now $1 minimum, according to the Pennsylvania Treasury.
Friends and family are a great resource when it comes to understanding which Medicare plan might be right for you. But doing your own research and understanding what each plan covers is key to finding your best plan. In fact, so is shopping and comparing your plan options.
Williamsport -- Educational efforts to promote STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) learning are often reinforced by local communities. In the Williamsport area, the James V. Brown library, is offering a "Tinkering kit" program to students.
Williamsport -- Lycoming-Clinton Counties Commission for Community Action (STEP), Inc. has been developing their endowment funds over the last two years, and now, through local non-profit partnerships, generates endowment funds totaling more than $600,000. These funds reduce STEP's reliance …
Lewisburg -- Bucknell University joins regional hospitals in raising their staff minimum wage to $15 per hour. This pay increase coincides with a comprehensive benefits package for eligible Bucknell staff.
This editorial was submitted on Oct. 11, 2021.
This past week, State Farm® released their annual animal/deer collision research. According to their findings, Pennsylvania drivers rank first in the nation for the number of animal collisions claims with just over 166,000 animal collision claims filed in July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021.
Allentown -- Before long, the temperatures will start to dip below freezing and the first snowflakes will flutter by. Until then, cool fall days are great for doing a little preparation and planning to ensure that your home is ready for colder months. In the average house, heating systems us…
Harrisburg, Pa. -- A hearing on higher education funding in Pennsylvania took place on Monday. The funding will apply to various Pa. universities.
Danville, Pa. -- New medicare plans will be implemented in 2022, but customers should preview them now. Medicare’s annual enrollment period begins Oct. 15 and ends Dec. 7, 2021. During this time, Medicare beneficiaries can make changes to their current coverage for 2022.
Williamsport, Pa. -- With branches in Williamsport, Lock Haven, and Muncy, one local financial institution said they have passed a major milestone in savings for their customers.
Amid the pandemic, community banks, credit unions, and other financial institutions distributed Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans to countless small businesses.
