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Tax credits for local businesses available

Loyalsock Foundation is once again reaching out to local businesses to participate in the state Department of Community and Economic Development Neighborhood Assistance Tax Credit Program. “The goal of this program is to bring together businesses and non-profit organizations to benefit local communities,” a news release said. This program is available to any corporation, LLC, and subchapter S corporation that may want to direct their tax dollars to a nonprofit to benefit the community while simultaneously receiving a tax credit. Participating businesses may receive a 90% tax ...

Former Sun-Gazette editor launches copywriting business for nonprofits

Olivia Rowe, former assistant lifestyle editor at the Sun-Gazette, has launched a copywriting business for local and national nonprofits. According to a news release, Liv J. Rowe Copywriting helps nonprofit organizations with their digital and print marketing so they can increase their donations and nurture important relationships with their supporters. After her time at the Sun-Gazette, Rowe moved to Nashville, Tennessee, and New York City to handle communications at companies like CBS Interactive, Hearst Magazines, and other Fortune 500 brands. She currently resides in Lewisburg.

Erie Materials named a ‘great place to work’

For the sixth consecutive year, Erie Materials has been designated a “Great Place to Work”-certified company. According to a news release, the award is determined through validated feedback of our employees and serves as an objective measure of our workplace atmosphere. To receive the certification, at least seven out of 10 employees must have a consistently positive experience. This year, 91 percent of Erie Materials employees said the company was a great place to work. The national average is 57 percent. “I am extremely proud of this honor and appreciate the time our ...

Money to plug dangerous wells unfrozen

(EDITOR’S NOTE: Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan newsroom powered by The Philadelphia Inquirer in partnership with PennLive/The Patriot-News, TribLIVE/Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, and WITF Public Media.) HARRISBURG — As Pennsylvania celebrates plugging 300 abandoned oil and gas wells since 2023, ongoing lawsuits against the Trump administration over hundreds of millions of federal dollars are creating uncertainty for those doing the work on the ground. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, one of the Biden administration’s signature policy achievements, set aside ...

Engineering firm supports economic growth initiative

LIVIC Civil recently contributed $1,000 gold level mission investment in Focus Central Pennsylvania for 2025. These resources are to advance the mission to attract investment that cultivates economic growth in Central Pennsylvania. Recognizing the investment in the photo is Justin Ross, Principal/Co-Founder of LIVIC Civil and Lauren Bryson, Executive Director of Focus Central PA. “LIVIC is proud to support organizations like Focus Central PA to share the Central PA story with quality economic investment projects,” said Justin Ross, principal and co-founder of LIVIC Civil, according ...

Real estate office announces monthly award winners

Kevin Hodrick, broker for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Hodrick Realty, recently announced the Williamsport office monthly awards for February 2025. The award for the sales associate with top production in listings was presented to Amy Fessler and the sales award went to Denise Reis. “Celebrating the success of our monthly winners is a reminder of how far dedication and hard work can take you,” Hodrick said, according to a news release. “I’m continually inspired by the talent and professionalism shown by our agents every day.” “In the ever-changing world of real ...