News Releases
CARBON COUNTY, MAHONING TOWNSHIP } STATE ROUTE 3005, SECTION 01B SR 3005 SECTION 01B BRIDGE REPLA
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, Engineering District 5-0 is moving forward with a plan to replace the bridge carrying SR 3005 (Country Club Road) over Mahoning Creek in Mahoning Township, Carbon County. The bridge will be closed during construction. Proposed construction is scheduled to begin in late 2025.. The purpose of this letter is to invite you to participate in a plans display that will be posted on the PennDOT website beginning August 9, 2023 at the following web address:
Pennsylvania Industrial Development (PIDA) 2 nd Quarter Rates Just Announced
Lehighton- The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) released the 2 nd quarter 2023 interest rates for companies who wish to apply for a PIDA loan through the Carbon Chamber and Economic Development Corp. (CCEDC). For term loans with a regular amortization; 1. Fixed interest rate for the full term of the loan (up to a 15-yr. period), set at the current 10-year treasury yield + 100 basis points. Based on the current 10-year treasury yield, the fixed rate option is 4.50%
CCIDA PEDFA Loan Program
Carbon County, PA- Carbon County Industrial Development Authority (CCIDA) announces the availability of Pennsylvania Economic Development Financing Authority Bond Financing (PEDFA). PEDFA was established in 1987 to provide access to low-interest financing through the issuance of tax-exempt and taxable debt including bonds or notes. Some advantages of tax-exempt financing through PEDFA may include low-interest rates, generally 20% - 30% below comparable commercial alternatives and long-term financing often
PennDOT Invites Public Feedback on Transportation in Pennsylvania
12-Year Program Public Comment Period Open Now Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced several opportunities today for Pennsylvanians to participate in the transportation planning process. "Transportation needs to work for everyone, no matter who they are, no matter where they live and no matter how they travel," said Acting PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll. "Pennsylvanians' feedback is critical as we plan and prioritize important improvements to our
Support Lehighton Events to Help Revitalize Downtown
LEHIGHTON, PA- The Lehighton Downtown Partnership is committed to the revitalization of downtown Lehighton. By bringing the community and businesses together to create an environment for all of us to enjoy. Our “wishlist” for the year is extensive from beautification projects, signage, the refurbishment of the Lehigh Valley Caboose, and more. To be able to achieve our “wishlist,” we raise funds by holding our events. Two upcoming fundraisers are the Kilts on Wheels Pub Crawl and the infamous Wine on
Sen. Casey Office - FY24 Appropriations Application Portal Live
Appropriations request forms for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 are now live. Links to the programmatic and congressionally directed spending application forms are posted on our website and can be found below. The deadline for submissions is Friday, March 17 at 11:59pm ET. Guidance for FY24 programmatic and congressionally directed spending applications is available on Senator Casey’s website. FY24 Programmatic Application Form FY24 Congressionally Directed Spending Application Form Guidance and Best Practices
EAST PENN STREET @ SR443 - Road Closure Notification w/ Detour
EAST PENN STREET @ SR443 - Road Closure Notification w/ Detour - PennDOT ECMS 66296 SR443 Road ReconstructionNOTICE FROM H&K GROUP, INC: Beginning March 13th, access to and from EAST PENN STREET @ SR443 will be closed for a duration of approximately 4-5 months. Local traffic to homes and businesses will access East Penn Street from Bridge Street via an approved detour. Attached is that detour route which will allow us to complete the storm sewer installation and reconstruction within the highlighted
Casey Announces Funding for Manufacturing Investments for Coal Communities
For Immediate Release February 13, 2023 Contact Natalie Adams: 202-228-3789 Casey Announces Funding for Manufacturing Investments for Coal Communities New tax credit incentivizes clean manufacturing, particularly in coal communities Casey fought to prioritize “energy communities” in Inflation Reduction Act Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) announced the implementation of an Inflation Reduction Act provision to provide tax credits to manufacturers in coal communities. The
The CCEDC Announces New Leadership Team
Lehighton, PA -It’s a brand new year, and the Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC), a proud partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, is excited to announce the members of their brand new team, who are ready to connect you to valuable business professionals, programs, and resources to help start or grow your business. Marianne Garritano Rustad has been recently promoted to the new vice president of operations. She joined the Chamber in August of 2021 as events manager
Andreas Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Offers 5-Star Scholarship Opportunities to Class of 2023
Andreas Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Offers 5-Star Scholarship Opportunities to Class of 2023 January 11, 2023 –Lehighton, PA – Andreas Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. of Lehighton, PA is giving away four $500.00 scholarships to 5-Star ‘Class of 2023’ high school seniors at the Lehighton Area High School, Palmerton Area High School, Jim Thorpe Area High School and the Carbon Career and Technical Institute (CCTI), who plan to attend an accredited college, university or technical college
Jack Frost Big Boulder Celebrates Opening of Five New Lifts
Bringing People and Business Together …Carbon Chamber and Economic Development Corporation137 South Street | Lehighton, PA 18235Phone: 610.379.5000 info@carboncountychamber.org Media Advisory Media Advisory Media Advisory FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Alice Wanamaker (484) 274-2080alicew@carboncountychamber.org Jack Frost Big Boulder Celebrates Opening of Five New LiftsAnniversary Ribbon CuttingCarbon County – December 6, 2022 - The Carbon Chamber & Economic Development
BUCKNO LISICKY & COMPANY JOINS THE BDO ALLIANCE USA
BUCKNO LISICKY & COMPANY JOINS THE BDO ALLIANCE USA Allentown, Pennsylvania November 22, 2022 – Buckno Lisicky & Company has joined the BDO Alliance USA, a nationwide association of independently owned local and regional accounting, consulting and service firms with similar client service goals. As an independent member of the BDO Alliance USA, Buckno Lisicky & Company can expand the services offered to clients by drawing on the resources of BDO USA, LLP, one of the nation’s leading professional
