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Engineering firm names assistant vice president

Herbert, Rowland and Grubic Inc. has named Brent Ramsey assistant vice president, overseeing the firm’s civil engineering service offerings. 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. Ramsey’s position is part of the channel focused on technical expertise. ...

Foundation approved for additional $37,000 in corporate donations

Loyalsock Foundation has been approved for an additional $37,000 in corporate donations through the second round of the state Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) 2024-2025 Neighborhood Assistance Tax Credit Program. According to a news release, in mid-January, Rick Siger, secretary of the state Department of Community and Economic Development, officially announced Governor Shapiro’s approval of a total of $34.3 million in support of 218 community revitalization projects throughout the Commonwealth. Loyalsock Foundation will use its approved funds for Phase 2 ...

Local real estate office names award winners

Kevin Hodrick, broker for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Hodrick Realty, recently announced the Williamsport office monthly awards for December 2024 and Diamond Club winners for the fourth quarter. According to a news release, the award for the sales associate with top production in ...

Financial advisory group named to ‘best’ list

Aspire Wealth Group, 190 Choate Circle, Suite B, Montoursville, was among the Raymond James-affiliated adviser teams named to the Forbes list of Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams. The list, which recognizes teams from national, regional and independent firms, was released online Jan. 9. According to a news release, Jason Dugan, president of Aspire Wealth Group, joined Raymond James in 2011 and has over 18 years of experience in the financial services industry. Aspire Wealth Group offers a wide range of comprehensive financial services including investment management, financial ...

Montoursville boiler repair company owner reaches 50-year milestone

Bruce Miller, of Muncy, celebrated 50 years with his company L&L Boiler, 116 S. Washington St. in Montoursville, this month. He worked his way up from the bottom to become the owner and president. A position he has held since 1984. L&L Boiler installs and repairs boilers, pipes and anything else in the boiler room. They also have an expansive inventory of parts. It serves the commonwealth of Pennsylvania and six surrounding states. The Sunbury native started his career at the former Williamsport Area Community College. His first boss at L&L Boiler came to the college searching for ...

Clinton County entrepreneur takes leap of faith

LOCK HAVEN — Saying “yes!” is a leap of faith, and, like many brides-to-be, Michele Briggs has taken a bold step of her own by opening Luxe and Lace, a new bridal boutique in downtown Lock Haven. At a crossroads in her professional career, Briggs’ faith and the pursuit of a ...