Archive for December 2020
What’s in the New Stimulus Bill?
Here’s what is in the new stimulus bill On Monday, December 21, 2020, the Senate approved a massive emergency economic relief package, government funding, and tax cuts designed to counter the effects of the pandemic and stimulate economic growth. The legislation, introduced as a 5,593-page bill, was passed with a 92 to 6 vote following…
Read MoreHelping our health care heroes
A special message from WellSpan Health – formerly Summit Health. Dear Chamber Member: Supporting health care professionals on the front lines continues to be a priority for our community, and we are so grateful for that. Thank you! People have been asking us, “How can we help?” You heard John Massimilla, WellSpan Health VP and…
Read MoreNew Covid-19 Relief for Small Businesses
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has put together a guide to help small businesses navigate the end-of-year pandemic relief package. Congress has passed several changes to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and created a “Second Draw” PPP for small businesses who have exhausted their initial loan. Other changes impact eligibility for initial PPP loans, the…
Read MoreAn Open Letter on Mitigation Mandates and Supporting Small Business
An open letter to our Chamber members and community: Last week, new mitigation mandates that prohibited indoor dining, limited indoor/outdoor gatherings and introduced capacity limits for businesses were imposed by Governor Wolf and Secretary Levine. These measures are to remain in effect until January 4, 2021. We understand the health of our fellow citizens is…
Read MoreRibbon Cutting: Rain Tunnel Car Wash
Congratulations to Rain Tunnel Car Wash; they opened a new self-serve location at 2015 Lincoln Way E. Chambersburg with a Ribbon Cutting this week! Whether it’s a car or truck, morning or night, Rain Tunnel’s Self Serve Hand Bays are open 24/7 to use at your convenience! You can also still visit their original location…
Read More2020 Business Person of the Year: George Pogue Jr.
We were pleased to announce George Pogue Jr., owner of Cumberland Valley Tree Service (CVTS), as the 2020 Business Person of the Year during our virtual Annual Meeting today sponsored by WellSpan Health – Formerly Summit Health. George was chosen by a group of business and civic leaders for his professional leadership and business accomplishments…
Read MoreMember Spotlight: Organic Remedies Dispensary
Organic Remedies provides safe, effective medical marijuana therapies to patients in south central Pennsylvania. Since opening its doors to patients in February 2018, Organic Remedies has been strongly focused on improving the health and wellness of patients while advancing therapeutic knowledge of cannabis through clinical research. Organic Remedies’ ethos of high touch, collaborative, patient-centric healthcare…
Read MoreRibbon Cutting: Tommy’s Express Car Wash
Congratulations and welcome John Gay and the team at Tommy’s Express Car Wash to Chambersburg! Located at 825 Norland Ave., they are your next-level neighborhood car wash offering safe, fast, eco-friendly and affordable exterior car wash services. Customers have the opportunity to join the TOMMYclub to get unlimited car washes at a low monthly cost…
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