News Releases
CCEDC Appoints a New Economic Development Director
The CCEDC Appoints New Carbon County Economic Development Director Carbon County, PA – The Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Brenda Sacco as the new director of economic development for Carbon County. Sacco brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the role, and we are confident that her leadership will greatly benefit our community and county now and in the future. In her position, Sacco is dedicated to supporting the
Art on Center Art Gallery & Show Event
Art on Center Art Gallery & Show Event Carbon County, PA – The Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC) and Art on Center of Jim Thorpe invite you to Art on Center's Art Gallery and Show Event on Thursday, June 20, 2024 from 4:00pm-7:00pm at the CCEDC office at 137 South Street in Lehighton. Come learn about the Art on Center community and support local artists. Enjoy a fun evening of art appreciation, which includes local artists, live music, games, wine and food provided by
Carbon County Women in Business & Wildlands Conservancy to Host Wildlife Presentation & Sunset Cano
Carbon County, PA- The Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corporation's (CCEDC) Women in Business Committee and the Wildlands Conservancy invite you to a wildlife of the watershed presentation before enjoying a sunset paddle on Mauch Chunk Lake on Thursday, June 14, 2024 from 5:00pm-7:00pm at Mauch Chunk Lake Park in Jim Thorpe. This is a fun opportunity to network and enjoy the outdoors and time on the water. Participants are welcome to use the canoes provided by The Wildlands Conservancy or bring
The Mahoning Drive In Theater 75th Anniversary Double Feature & Ribbon Cutting
Carbon County, PA- The Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC) invites you to help The Mahoning Drive-In Theater of Lehighton celebrate their 75th Anniversary on National Drive-In Day, on Thursday, June 6th, with a ribbon cutting and birthday party featuring a special 35mm double feature of April Showers and Jurassic Park. Your car is your own private theatre as two film classics are presented that mark milestones in The Mahoning Drive-In Theater's 75-year history. Enjoy special
Ribbon Cutting & Happy Hour Celebration for the New Pocono Tavern
Carbon County, PA- The Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC) invites you to come unwind after work and celebrate the ribbon cutting of the new Pocono Tavern of Lehighton on Thursday, May 30, 2024 from 4:00pm-7:00pm. This event will be paired with our monthly networking happy hour. Enjoy networking and specials, and then stay after the event for dinner. The Pocono Tavern offers an extensive menu with daily specials and entertainment. To learn more about Pocono Tavern,
Ten Pennsylvania Communities Selected to Participate in Community Revitalization Initiative
HARRISBURG, April 29, 2024 – Ten Pennsylvania communities were officially welcomed as Blueprint Communities® today, beginning a unique 18-month local revitalization program. The ceremony was attended by 150 people including public officials, and representatives of the ten communities and financial institution partners. Blueprint Communities, a program of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh (FHLBank), is a place-based revitalization initiative. This year, the program is being administered by
