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Chamber Comes Uncorked – Wonka Style
Join the Chambersburg Chamber for a new fundraising experience; Chamber Uncorked will feature an exciting theme with games of chance, delicious food, wine and elaborate decorations designed to make the night unforgettable. More than 100 guests are expected to attend this semi-formal evening on April 4 at 6 p.m. at The Orchards. The theme, Willy…
Read MoreCommunity Invited for Northern Ireland Excursion
Community residents are invited to join 26 local travelers as they venture to Northern Ireland in May to discover castles, sample Irish cuisine and explore picturesque landscapes with the Chamber Travel Club. The eight-day excursion from May 1-9, 2020 is hosted by the Greater Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce as part of the Chamber Travel Club…
Read MoreSouth Africa with the Chamber Travel Club
The Chambersburg Chamber is excited to journey to a new continent for the first time with the Chamber Travel Club’s trip to “Spectacular South Africa,” February 25 – March 10, 2021. All are welcome to discover the wonders of culture and nature in South Africa with Cruise Planners, a local travel agency, and Collette. “Trips…
Read MoreRibbon Cutting: NETwork Ministries
We recently celebrated with a Ribbon Cutting at NETwork Ministries to mark the completion of the third and final phase of their 419 Building Campaign! NETwork is an urban youth ministry for children and teens which provides after-school and summer opportunities for children in the Chambersburg area. They seek to equip children and young adults…
Read MoreChambersburg Chamber 2020 Board of Directors
We are excited to announce the 2020 Chambersburg Chamber Board of Directors! The Executive Board includes: Luke Martin of SEK, CPAs & Advisors (Chair), Stephen Christian of the Chambersburg Chamber (President), Kim Crider of Optavia (Immediate Past Chair), Michael Connor of Walker, Connor & Spang, LLC (Treasurer), Pat Abbott of Strickler Insurance Agency (Secretary), Angela…
Read MoreBeside the Point: Independence Energy Connection Project
The proposed Independence Energy Connection project is designed to create access to low-cost electricity for customers across the mid-Atlantic region and address reliability issues that were identified by the regional transmission organization that would affect customers in Pennsylvania and Maryland. Transource’s portion of the work is expected to include approximately 29 miles of overhead electric…
Read MoreChair’s Message: Luke Martin
As we begin 2020, the Chambersburg Chamber Board of Directors welcomes a new Board Chair: Luke Martin of SEK, CPAs & Advisors. In his opening Chair’s Message, Luke said: “As we enter a new year and a new decade, it is my privilege to work with the Chamber board and staff to continue the Chamber’s…
Read MoreMember Spotlight: Franklin County Career Tech Practical Nursing Program
The Franklin County Career and Technology Center Practical Nursing Program was founded in 1958 with the mission to educate and prepare adult learners to competently and safely practice as entry level practical nurses. Together with local clinical facilities, the Program’s excellent faculty of registered nurses and certified nurse educators prepares adult students of all backgrounds…
Read MoreGiving Back: LCSi Donates to Solar Panel Project in Zimbabwe
LCSi Lehman Construction Services, Inc. recently donated $6,000 to cover the installation of solar panels for The Tide’s newly constructed recording studio in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. The Tide, a global Gospel ministry program with its headquarters in Chambersburg, built the studio to deliver its programming while also serving as a sustainable source of income for the…
Read MoreRibbon Cutting: Shafer Equipment Rental
We recently had a Ribbon Cutting to celebrate Shafer Equipment Company’s new location at 380 West Commerce Street, Chambersburg. Congratulations! Shafer Equipment Company provides short-term and long term rentals on a wide range of equipment including scissor lifts from 12’ to 40’, Boom lifts ranging from 30’ to 185’, industrial forklifts up to 21’ as…
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