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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
One Month Until Pick Up the Poconos Spring Cleanup
Pocono Pa. – Celebrate Earth Day this year by spending time caring for the environment. The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) is seeking volunteers for its region-wide litter pick-up day on Saturday, April 22, 2023, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. rain or shine. The Pick Up the Poconos Spring Cleanup is just one component of the PMVB’s “Pick Up the Poconos” campaign, which has resulted in nearly 28,000 bags of trash being picked up and properly disposed of. Anyone interested in helping the cause can
Rain Barrel Program Funded in Carbon County
PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release: March 9, 2023 CONTACT: Susan Gallagher, Carbon County Environmental Education Center (570) 645-8597 cceec@ptd.net Rain Barrel Program Funded in Carbon County The Carbon County Environmental Education Center recently received funding through the Pennsylvania Association of Conservation Districts to promote the use of rain barrels in pollution prevention. Area businesses are being given advanced opportunity to participate before the program is opened to
2023 Jim Thorpe Area Running Festival Set to Take Place April 29th and 30th
Jim Thorpe, PA - The 5th annual Jim Thorpe Area Running Festival presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network is set to take place on April 29th and 30th, 2023. This annual event celebrates the rich history and beautiful scenery of the Jim Thorpe area, while promoting healthy lifestyles and physical activity. For 2023, the Festival has teamed up with Together With Veterans of Carbon County, a charitable non-profit working to prevent suicide among those who have already given so much to our country. The
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
Press Release: Mauch Chunk Trust Company expands financial education programs available to the entire community for free
Contact: Marty McGuire, Marketing DirectorMauch Chunk Trust Company1111 North Street, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229Phone: (570) 325-0508Email: mmcguire@mct.bankMAUCH CHUNK TRUST COMPANY EXPANDS FINANCIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS AVAILABLE TO ENTIRE COMMUNITY FOR FREE Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, February 23, 2023– For several years, Mauch Chunk Trust Company has been offering free financial education programs and materials to teachers and students in Carbon County and the
CCEDC HIPPIE 5K IS BACK!!!!!
Carbon Chamber and Economic Development Corporation137 South Street | Lehighton, PA 18235Phone: 610.379.5000 info@carboncountychamber.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Marianne G. Rustadmarianner@carboncountychamber.org The Carbon Hippie Run Continues in 2023 Carbon County, PA – Feb. 28, 2023 – The Carbon Chamber and Economic Development (CCEDC) in association with the Business Education Partnership and St. Luke’s Carbon Campus are excited to announce the return of the Hippie 5K Run/Walk on
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
30th Annual Jim Thorpe Winterfest
30TH ANNUAL JIM THORPE WINTERFEST TO TAKE PLACE PRESIDENTS' DAY WEEKEND. THIS YEARS THEME: FIRE AND ICE HERALDS THE SNOWBALL YOGA AND DANCE PARTY TO DEFEAT WINTER BLUES.JIM THORPE, PA - For Jim Thorpe, this year marks a thirty-year milestone for the annual Winterfest celebration in the historic business district. Winterfest was created to drive people out of mid-winter doldrums and keep them connected and active through music and events in the business community. Event dates are February 17-19, 2023. This
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
Jack Frost Mountain Resort to Open This Friday for 50th Anniversary Season Two New Chairlifts Debut
MEDIA ALERT Jack Frost Mountain Resort to Open This Friday for 50th Anniversary Season Two New Chairlifts Debut This Weekend! WHAT: Today, Jack Frost Mountain Resort announced that it will open on Friday, December 2, for its 50th anniversary season. Opening Day Terrain and Activities Opening Weekend Terrain: Snowflake, Powderpuff, Easy Rider, Jane’s Lane, ski school learning area, and One Park with 10 features. Please be reminded that limited terrain and early season conditions
VA will launch new life insurance program in January, making life insurance available to more Vetera
WASHINGTON — On Jan. 1, 2023, the Department of Veterans Affairs will open enrollment for Veterans Affairs Life Insurance — the first new VA life insurance program for Veterans in more than 50 years — extending VALife access to millions of Veterans. VALife will provide up to $40,000 of whole life insurance for all Veterans, age 80 or under, with service-connected disabilities rated from 0-100%. Acceptance in the program is guaranteed, and no medical underwriting is required. It will also allow
New Conservation Videos Released by County Nature & Commerce Committee
Carbon Chamber and Economic Development Corporation137 South Street Lehighton, PA 18235 | Phone: 610.379.5000www.carboncountychamber.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Kathy Henderson khenderson@carboncountychamber.org
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
Longtime Champion of the Poconos Remembered
Longtime Champion of the Poconos RememberedRobert Uguccioni Leaves Legacy of Pocono Hospitality November 12, 2022 - It is with great sadness the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) joins in mourning the passing of one of the region’s strongest advocates and tourism leaders, Robert Uguccioni. Bob, as he was best known, served as the executive director of the PMVB from 1967 to 2007. Uguccioni was also known to many as “Mr. Pocono” for his substantial accomplishments over the years to promote the
Markley Insurance and Financial Services, a member of FRM Group, Christmas tree project benefits Car
Frailey insurance and Financial Services Markley Insurance and Financial Services 1286 N. Ninth Street 445 Coal Street Stroudsburg, PA 18360-8782 Lehighton, PA
Carbon County Industrial Development Authority Invests in New Business Opening This Saturday
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: Kathy Henderson 484-464-9576 Khenderson@carboncountychamber.org Carbon County Industrial Development Authority Invests in New Business Opening This Saturday
Raising the House Hosts Second Annual Lights at the Lake
Raising the House Hosts Second Annual Lights at the Lake Raising the House, at Palmerton, PA based nonprofit is preparing to host our 2nd Annual Lights at the Lake! This beautiful holiday and winter themed light show takes place at wonderful Mauch Chunk Lake Park, in Jim Thorpe! Lights at the Lake will open on November 18th and run through December 23rd packed with fun every night and even a visit or two from Santa Claus! This great fundraiser helps RTH do good all year; it allows us to help children
South 9th Street (902 Bridge) @ SR443 - Road Closure Notification - PennDOT ECMS 66296 SR443 Road Re
UPDATE 10/20/2022 Monday, October 31st, the week of, H&K will transition from Phase 1 Detour to Phase 2 Detour. The exact date is TBD based on weather leading up to. The switch to Phase 2, for a duration of approximately 5 weeks. The southbound lane of the 9th Street Bridge (902) will be closed. Motorists will NOT be able to travel from Bridge Street to SR443, flow of traffic will only be ONEWAY heading towards Bridge Street. Once Phase 2 is complete, the detour will be removed and traffic will
St. Luke’s Penn Foundation Receives VA Grant to Enhance Suicide Prevention Efforts in Carbon County
ST. LUKE’S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORKNEWS RELEASESt. Luke’s Penn Foundation Receives VA Grant to Enhance Suicide Prevention Efforts in Carbon CountySt. Luke’s Penn Foundation has received a more than $530,000 community-based grant from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to enhance its veteran suicide prevention services. The $534,424 grant from the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program will be used to establish a peer support program for veterans, said Jane Straw, MA,
Old Las Vegas Gala to Honor Local Professionals
Bringing People and Business Together …137 South Street | Lehighton, PA 18235Phone: 610.379.5000 | mail@carboncountychamber.org Media Release Media Release Media ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact:Alice WanamakerAlicew@carboncountychamber.org Old Las Vegas Gala to Honor Local Professionals October 14, 2022 - Carbon County, PA – The Carbon Chamber and Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC) will honor businesses and business professionals in
BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORT INTRODUCES REFRESHED LOGO
Media Contact: Marguarite Clark Public RelationsMarguarite Clark (949) 295-2801 mc@mclarkpr.com BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORT INTRODUCES REFRESHED LOGONew Look Unveiled in Time for Resort’s 45th Annual Ski Season PALMERTON, Penn. – Just in time for its 45th ski season, Blue Mountain Resort – home to Pennsylvania's highest vertical at 1,082 feet in the Pocono Mountains – has unveiled a vibrant new logo that pays homage to its history yet sets a fresh new tone for the future. Designed by Native Digital to
12th Annual Palmerton Scarecrow Displays Return
Palmerton Chamber of Commerce 418 Princeton Ave. | Palmerton PA 18071610-826-4777 www.PalmertonPA.com Media Advisory Media Advisory Media Advisory FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Marj Federanich 610-826-5777 12th Annual Palmerton Scarecrow Displays ReturnCarbon County – October 4, 2022 – The Palmerton Area Chamber of Commerce invites the community to decorate their front doorsteps with Scarecrows for the month of October. October 2022 is the 12th year of the
JUST FOR HALLOWEEN CELEBRATING: BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORT PRESENTS HALLOWEEN FRIGHT TIME ZIP & CLIMB AND
Media Contact: Marguarite Clark Public RelationsMarguarite Clark (949) 295-2801 mc@mclarkpr.comPhoto attached JUST FOR HALLOWEEN CELEBRATING: BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORT PRESENTS HALLOWEEN FRIGHT TIME ZIP & CLIMB AND THE MONSTER BALL BASH PALMERTON, Penn. – Yes, it’s time for monsters, spooky things that go bump in the night, ghouls, goblins and ghosts. Amidst the magic of the Pocono Mountains, Blue Mountain Resort in Palmerton will thrill and chill mountainside visitors every Friday and Saturday night
Pick Up the Poconos Day Yields Amazing Results 400 volunteers. 28 locations. 100 miles. 450 bags of
CONTACT: Brianna Strunk Public Relations ManagerPocono Mountains Visitors Bureau bstrunk@poconos.org(570) 856-3050Pick Up the Poconos Day Yields Amazing Results400 volunteers. 28 locations. 100 miles. 450 bags of trash collected. September 29, 2022 – Roads, parks, and trails throughout the Pocono Mountains look much cleaner this week following the fifth annual Pick Up the Poconos Day held on Saturday, September 24. 400 volunteers fanned out across 28 locations and covered over 100 miles of roadway in the
Mauch Chunk Trust Offers Economic Outlook 2023
Carbon Chamber and Economic Development Corporation137 South Street | Lehighton, PA 18235Phone: 610.379.5000 info@carboncountychamber.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Alice Wanamaker 484-274-2080 alicew@carboncountychamber.org Mauch Chunk Trust OffersEconomic Outlook 2023 Carbon County, PA – September 28, 2022 - – The Mauch Chunk Trust Company will be offering an Economic Outlook on October 13, 2022 at The Hofford Mill, 500 Bridge Street, Lehighton PA 18235. Dr. Edmond J.
JTTA Festivals Update 2022
JTTA Festivals Update 2022 The JTTA is very pleased to announce another season of Jim Thorpe’s legendary Fall Foliage Festival! We are excited to welcome visitors back to our beloved Fall Festivals here in Jim Thorpe, still popular after 30+ years! This idyllic Small American Town has long been a favorite destination for visitors throughout the region and across the country. Consistently ranked among the “Top” U.S. Small Towns for Leaf Peeping, Christmas, Outdoor Adventure and Activities, History and our
BUCKNO LISICKY & COMPANY ACCOUNTANT PROMOTED TO MANAGER JOSHUA M. KOLLAR, CPA, CFE
BUCKNO LISICKY & COMPANY ACCOUNTANT PROMOTED TO MANAGERJOSHUA M. KOLLAR, CPA, CFE Allentown, Pennsylvania August 30th, 2022 -- Buckno Lisicky & Company announced today that JOSHUA M. KOLLAR, CPA, CFE was promoted to Manager within the firm from Supervisor/Senior Accountant. Josh is a Manager in the Allentown office of Buckno Lisicky & Company and specializes in preparing business and individual tax returns, as well as company financial statements. Josh graduated from Kutztown University, Summa
BUCKNO LISICKY & COMPANY NAMES SHAREHOLDER TO FIRM
BUCKNO LISICKY & COMPANY NAMES SHAREHOLDER TO FIRM Allentown, Pennsylvania August 22, 2022 – Buckno Lisicky & Company announced today that they have named Kelly Baumley, CPA as a Shareholder to the firm. With Bachelor’s degree in English from Rutgers University and Accounting from Bergen Community College, Kelly’s experience encompasses a wide variety of businesses. Prior to working with Buckno Lisicky & Company, she spent over a decade managing small business accounts receivable and accounts
LCCC Receives Two-Year Grant to Provide Free CDL Training to Military and Families
Lehigh Carbon Community College is one of 19 colleges or training centers in the country and one of only two in Pennsylvania to receive a federal grant that provides funding to former and current military service members and their families to pursue careers as commercial truck drivers. The college’s portion of the total $3.1 million grant was announced on Tuesday during a news conference led by U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg and U.S. Congresswoman Susan Wild. The college will receive
St. Luke’s & Veterans Affairs to improve access to Mental Health Care
OPENING Thursday, November 10th at 1:00 pm St. Luke's Lehighton Campus Main Lobby Entrance 211 North 12th Street, Lehighton, PA. 18235ST. LUKE’S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORKNEWS RELEASESt. Luke’s Works with Veterans Affairs to Improve Access to Mental Health CareWhen Christine LeClair, Director of Veterans Affairs for Carbon County, had a doctor’s appointment at St. Luke’s University Health Network’s new Carbon Campus, she couldn’t help but notice how many veterans she passed in the hallways. “I could tell
Big Foot Sightings Reported in Mahoning Township Investigation Coming October 20th
Carbon Chamber and Economic Development Corporation137 South Street | Lehighton, PA 18235Phone: 610.379.5000 info@carboncountychamber.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Alice Wanamaker 484-274-2080 alicew@carboncountychamber.org Big Foot Sightings Reported in Mahoning TownshipInvestigation Coming October 20th Carbon County, PA – August 17, 2022 - Reported sightings of a large, hairy, humanoid creature in and around the area of Seneca Road in Mahoning Township, Pennsylvania in recent
$50 Weis Markets Gift Cards Available to Pocono Hospitality & Restaurant Workers
CONTACT:Chris Barrett President/CEO Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau cbarrett@poconos.org(717) 975-7528 $50 Weis Markets Gift Cards Available to Pocono Hospitality & Restaurant WorkersGoal is to provide some financial relief to employees due to inflation July 29, 2022 - The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) and Pocono Mountains United Way (PMUW) are teaming up to provide some much-needed financial relief to support individuals working in the hospitality and restaurant industry in the form of
LCCC Tamaqua to Offer HVAC Coursework for Convenience of Students in Northern Tier
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Linda Baker, Executive Director of College Relations 610-799-1584 Lbaker4@lccc.edu LCCC Tamaqua to Offer HVAC Coursework for Convenience of Students in Northern Tier Schnecksville, Pa., July 26, 2022 – Students interested in a career as a heating, air
New, Free Pocono Beverage Trail Passport Launches Today
CONTACT:James Hamill Director of Public Relations Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureaujhamill@poconos.org (570) 419-8461New, Free Experience Rewards Pocono Beverage Trail UsersDigital pass enhances visits to breweries, wineries, distilleries July 26, 2022 – The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) has launched the Pocono Beverage Trail passport, an interactive mobile experience designed to bring visitors to roughly 20 participating breweries, wineries, and distilleries in Wayne, Pike, Monroe and Carbon
Northeast Get Connected Program Has Openings
Northeast Get Connected Program Has Openings The Northeast Get Connected program, an eCommerce program for small businesses to improve their website presence and increase online sales, is actively seeking applications. This program is for small businesses located in Carbon, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Monroe, Pike, Schuylkill, or Wayne counties. Information about the program and an application intake form is available here. As part of the eligibility requirements, candidate firms must complete two online
SBA to Launch Rural Ascent Program
SBA to Launch Rural Ascent Program The SBA is seeking applicants for its upcoming Rural Pilot Ascent program focusing on rural women-owned businesses. The Ascent program is a combination of self-guided online learning and interactive virtual workshops, developed to assist women business owners with strategies toward growth and success, including Disaster & Economic Recovery, Strategic Marketing, Your People, Your Business Financial Strategy, and Access to Capital. Each journey contains content and tools
“We Protect What Matters Most!” – May 2022
“We Protect What Matters Most!” – May 2022 In October 2020 Frailey Insurance and Financial Services was pleased to announce a partnership with Markley Insurance and Financial Services creating a risk management company, FRM Group. The partnership offers additional insurance and financial options and continues award-winning service. Together, Michael J. Frailey and Larry D. Markley and their team, continue to help protect you, your family and your businesses with expanded products and essential
Eckley Miners’ Village is thrilled to announce the return of Patchtown Days
May 17, 2022 For Immediate Release: Eckley Miners’ Village is thrilled to announce the return of Patchtown Days to the historic mining town June 18th and 19th 2022. Contact: Bode Morin, bmorin@pa.gov (570) 636-2070http://eckleyminersvillage.com/ or www.facebook.com/eckleyminersvillage/Eckley, PA. Mark your calendars for June 18th and 19th and plan to head down to Eckley. The historic patchtown is excited to announce the return of Patchtown Days with our partners at the Carbon Chamber & Economic
Welcome Time 2 Talk Therapy Services with an Open House & Ribbon Cutting Wednesday June 1, 2022
Media Advisory Media Advisory Media Advisory FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Alice Wanamaker (484) 274-2080alicew@carboncountychamber.org Welcome Time 2 Talk Therapy Services with an Open House & Ribbon CuttingWednesday June 1, 2022 Carbon County – May 4, 2022 - The Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corp is proud to announce the opening of the newest business in Carbon County: Time 2 Talk Therapy Services, LLC located at 521 Bridge Street in Lehighton. Join us for an open
