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IMC announces new members for its board of directors at recent meeting

With a unanimous vote, the Innovative Manufacturers’ Center (IMC), Inc. is excited to announce the appointment of Ken Healy, executive vice president and director of engineering at PMF Industries, Inc. located in Williamsport, PA and Tammy Bubb, corporate controller at Remmey – The Pallet Co. in Beaver Springs to its board of directors. The IMC is a public-private partnership that is dedicated to driving economic success and business growth for manufacturers in its 12-county region. IMC provides expert advice and solutions to small and medium-sized manufacturers through ...

2 join board of directors for Loyalsock Foundation

Loyalsock Foundation recently announced the addition of local leaders John Yonkin and Jean Ruhf to its board of directors, further strengthening the organization’s leadership as it works to build The Summit: Center for Wellness in Sullivan County, a news release said. Together, Yonkin and Ruhf bring decades of experience in healthcare leadership, strategic planning, tourism, marketing, community engagement, and organizational development to Loyalsock Foundation. John Yonkin served as a commissioned officer in both the active duty U.S. Army and the U.S. Army Reserve. He advises and ...

Senator calls for national commission on robotics

U.S. Sen. Dave McCormick, R-Pittsburgh, is among a bipartisan group of lawmakers who want to establish a national commission on robotics. On Thursday, McCormick, fellow Republican U.S. Sen. Todd Young, and Democrats John Hickenlooper and Martin Heinrich introduced the National Commission on Robotics Act. The authors of the proposal say that the independent commission would evaluate America’s robotics competitiveness and recommend policies to strengthen U.S. leadership in the field. “Pennsylvania, and Pittsburgh especially, is an incredible hub of robotics talent and demonstrates ...

Leadership changes at New Trail Brewing

New Trail Brewing recently announced an expansion of its executive leadership team as Founder David Hertwig transitions into a more strategic role as CEO and appoints Paul Gephart as president of the company. In his new role, Gephart will oversee sales, marketing, and brewery operations, reporting directly to ownership. The leadership evolution comes during a period of significant momentum for New Trail as the brewery continues to expand its footprint and strengthen its position within the craft beer industry. “Paul has played a tremendous role in the continued growth and success ...

Manufactured homeowners, property owners in limbo as legislation stalls

Legislation designed to protect residents in Pennsylvania’s manufactured home communities has been stalled in committee for a year, leaving homeowners, residents, and the industry itself in limbo. Both sides have concerns, but for different reasons. Residents fear being priced out of their homes without new protections, while property owners view the proposal as rent control, warning it could create financial pressures. The bills were referred to the Republican-majority Senate Urban Affairs and Housing Committee last June. House Bill 1250, sponsored by Rep. Liz Hanbidge, D-Blue ...

Mel’s Deli & Cafe celebrates 25 years

Mel’s Deli & Cafe has been a mainstay of the area for over two decades, and as the eatery celebrates its 25th anniversary, owner and operator Melony Hartranft looks back on the success of the business and offers a glimpse of what she plans to serve up next. Mel’s originally opened at 45 ...