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Real estate office names November award winners

Kevin Hodrick, broker for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Hodrick Realty, recently announced the Williamsport office monthly awards for November 2024. The award for the sales associate with top production in listings was presented to Denise Reis and the sales award went to Amy Fessler. “Congratulations to this month’s top agents! Your hard work, dedication, and exceptional client service have truly set you apart. We are incredibly proud of your achievements and the results you’ve delivered,” Hodrick said, according to the news release. “In the everchanging world of real ...

GOP demands to see science behind ban on natural gas exports

(The Center Square) – Republican lawmakers on the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology sent a scathing letter to the Department of Energy recently, requesting for the fourth time that it reveal the scientific process used to craft its upcoming analysis of liquified natural gas ...

Design firm names assistant vice president for water, wastewater

Herbert, Rowland and Grubic Inc. (HRG) has promoted Justin Mendinsky to assistant vice president, overseeing the firm’s water and wastewater service group. According to a news release, the position was created as part of an ongoing organizational realignment to scale the firm for growth while preserving its commitment to technical excellence and personalized service. The realignment creates unique channels for client outreach, technical expertise, and operational delivery, ensuring each gets proper focus and attention. “Mendinsky’s position is part of the channel focused on ...

IMC secures grants to drive green energy manufacturing

The Innovative Manufacturers Center (IMC), a public-private partnership dedicated to supporting small- and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs) in Central Pennsylvania, has been awarded two grants aimed at advancing technology adoption and green energy manufacturing in the region. According to a news release, IMC will serve as a subrecipient of the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) SMART-PA program and the Appalachian Regional Commission’s (ARC) Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE) fund. These programs will provide critical resources to help SMMs in the ...

President of local financial firm admitted to ‘Chairman’s Circle’

Jason M. Dugan, president and CEO of Aspire Wealth Group, 190 Choate Circle, Suite B, Montoursville, was recently named a member of the 2025 Raymond James Chairman’s Council. According to a news release, this marks the 6th consecutive year that Dugan has qualified for this prestigious recognition. Dugan, who joined Raymond James in 2011, has over 17 years of experience in the financial services industry, and represents the client-first values that the firm proudly applies to every part of business. Aspire Wealth Group offers a wide range of comprehensive financial services ...

Real estate firm announces monthly awards

Kevin Hodrick, broker for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Hodrick Realty, recently announced the Williamsport office monthly awards for October 2024. According to a news release, the award for the sales associate with top production in listings was presented to Amie Penfield and the sales award went to Amanda Evans. “As skilled negotiators, they embrace challenges and consistently succeed, building lasting trust and strong relationships with their clients. We’re incredibly fortunate to have them as part of our team,” Hodrick said, according to the news release. “In the ...