Plans for an $800 million, natural gas-fired electric power station in Renovo are moving forward with a groundbreaking of 2018 expected. Michael Flanagan, CEO and president of Clinton County Economic Partnership, said recently, “Everything is on line.” Renovo Energy is looking to ...

Kayla Shearer realized many people desire home health care and to remain in their residences. This month, she launched Helping Hands Home Health in South Williamsport. For many seniors, living in the comfort and familiarity of their homes is a priority, she said. Shearer, a licensed ...

Engineering firm promotes 2 men Larson Design Group recently announced two promotions within its retail design group, a news release said. Robert Gehr has been promoted to vice president of retail design. Gehr joined Larson Design Group in 1999, most recently serving as regional director ...

Events introduces software program The IMC will host an online seminar on Agile Enterprise software from 2 to 3 p.m. July 18. Competitive manufacturers don’t just satisfy customers: they exceed all expectations for cost, quality, delivery, reliability, and responsive innovation, ...

M&T Bank made contributions totaling $455,000 to Opportunity Scholarship Organizations that provide scholarships to students throughout Pennsylvania, according to a news release. The scholarship organizations provide tuition assistance to eligible students, allowing them to attend ...

J.D. Power has once again ranked PPL Electric Utilities highest for residential customer satisfaction in its class in the eastern United States, a streak now at six straight years, according to a news release. The J.D. Power award means PPL has landed the top spot among large electric ...

Jason Eberhart is excited about owning and operating his own State Farm Insurance office in Jersey Shore. “I love the area,” he said. “I want to stay in the area.” Eberhart officially took over the State Farm office at 265 High St. on July 1. He sells flood, auto, home owners, ...

Seminar examines security systems The IMC will host an online workshop on U.S. and global security systems from 9 to 11:30 a.m., Wednesday. The importance of cargo security for all modes of transport is growing, a news release said. The threats are real and the U.S. government and ...

Spherion Staffing Services, a local recruiting, staffing and workforce solutions provider backed by the resources of a $2 billion global workforce leader, recently honored Williamsport franchise owners Don Ruggery Sr., Don Ruggery Jr. and Jay Ruggery with the company’s 2016 Outstanding ...

With help from the PPL Foundation, the Union Snyder Work Skills program will be able to give 25 adults another chance to succeed, according to a news release. The Work Skills program in Union and Snyder counties focuses on getting participants marketable employment skills and living-wage ...

To help boost tourism and draw people to the state’s recreation found in the northcentral region of the state, the Lycoming County Visitors Bureau will participate in the newly formed PA Wilds Marketing Team. The purpose of the team is to bring together those who bring unique knowledge and ...

2 at real estate agency win awards Devin O’Rourke, broker recently announced that Century 21 Colonial Real Estate has been recognized with the national Quality Service Pinnacle Award for 2016 and Patricia Smay for Pinnacle Producer for 2016. Also recognized for regional awards were ...

Engineering firm hires interior designer Larson Design Group recently announced that Dani Eck has joined its Williamsport office as a licensed interior designer, according to a news release. Eck has 25 years of experience in architectural design and project management. She’ll serve as a ...

Value stream mapping topic of workshop IMC will host a “Value Stream Mapping and Standard Work” workshop Monday. Value Stream Mapping will be introduced as a tool for organizational improvement and process improvement. This is a high level tool that looks at the current state, develops ...

As part of Giant Food Stores and Martin’s Food Markets’ annual Support Our Troops in-store campaign, customers and associates donated $643,518 to United Service Organizations and the American Red Cross Services to the Armed Forces in support of service members, a news release ...

Stacy Charles has seen her graphics design business grow. “We are doing very well,” she said. “We just finished up a brand new ambulance for Eldred Township.” There was also some work she recently did for a plumbing business. Other jobs are also keeping Charles busy as well. Her ...

HARRISBURG (AP) — The number of people unemployed in Pennsylvania is up slightly over the past month, increasing by 8,000. The state Labor and Industry Department issued seasonally adjusted data Friday showing the Pennsylvania’s jobless rate rose one tenth of a percentage point to 5 ...

The South Side Restaurant and Pizzeria offers Italian American cuisine and casual dining. “You can come as you are,” owner Brian Haller said. “We are a family restaurant.” Haller bought the restaurant at 324 W. Southern Ave., South Williamsport last year when it was OIP but just ...

Center hosts seminar on software The Small Business Development Center of Lock Haven University will hold an Introduction to QuickBooks workshop from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at the university’s East Campus, 301 W. Church St., Lock Haven. Financial accounting software can help ...

Success in achieving any company’s mission is directly linked to the success of its employees, which is one reason why Citizens and Northern Bank builds a culture that supports its team members and celebrates their achievements. This month, a news release said, six Citizens and Northern Bank ...