UPMC Hosts Empowering Summer Workshop for Local Girls in Partnership with Girls on the Run
HARRISBURG, PA. (July 18, 2025) – UPMC hosted a hands-on summer workshop in partnership with Girls on the Run (GOTR) Midstate at UPMC Community Osteopathic in Harrisburg. The event welcomed approximately forty girls for an afternoon of learning about health care careers. The workshop featured a demonstration of the DaVinci surgical robot led by Andrea Benton, M.D., minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon, UPMC Magee-Womens in Central Pa. Each participant had the opportunity to operate the robot in demo
Carlisle Chrysler Nationals Sets New Mopar Standard During Epic Event Weekend
Carlisle, PA – Following last year’s Carlisle Chrysler Nationals, there was a slow-building buzz that its 2025 offering could be one for the ages—with the planned Chrysler 100 celebration drawing in guests from around the world. Well…over two years’ worth of planning, a gallery of amazing cars, plus other exceptional displays made this year’s event (July 11–13 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds) one that will go down in history as the largest Carlisle Chrysler Nationals car show ever held! As numbers
Carlisle-Based Resume Business Helps Job Seekers Go From Panicked to Planned
The Carlisle area business community has welcomed a new resource for job seekers and career changers with the launch of 6 Star Resume Strategy, a resume development and career support service founded by Marsha Cleff. Drawing on over 20 years of experience in the career services sector, Marsha created 6 Star Resume Strategy to offer personalized, strategy-driven support for individuals looking to clarify their goals, communicate their value, and confidently pursue new opportunities. Unlike
UPMC Among Nation’s Top Performing Hospitals for Treatment of Heart Attack Patients
HARRISBURG, PA. (July 15, 2025) – Five UPMC hospitals in central Pennsylvania have received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Performance Achievement Award for 2025. UPMC Carlisle, UPMC Hanover, UPMC Harrisburg, UPMC Memorial and UPMC West Shore received the Platinum Performance Achievement Award and are among only 323 hospitals nationwide to receive the honor. “This honor highlights UPMC’s dedication and achievement in delivering exceptional care to patients
How Immigrant Entrepreneurs Can Overcome the Hardest Parts of Building a Business
Stepping into a new country with a business dream in hand takes guts. You’re not just navigating an unfamiliar system — you’re rebuilding your life with risk, ambition, and uncertainty braided into every decision. Immigrant entrepreneurs play a massive role in shaping economies, but too often the barriers they face are brushed aside or bundled into generic “startup advice.” Let’s do better. This piece walks through the real challenges you’ll likely face — and gives grounded strategies you can start acting
SBA Offers Additional Funds for Disaster Protection
ATLANTA–TheU.S.SmallBusinessAdministration(SBA)isencouragingdisasterloanrecipientsin Pennsylvania to apply for additional funds to protect their homes and businesses from future storms. Loan recipients have up to two years from their loan approval date to request an increase of up to 20%oftheirverifiedphysicaldamagestocoverthecostofimprovements.Eligiblemitigation projects may include regrading landscaping for better drainage, installing a French drain or sump
Carlisle Family YMCA Buying Former Keystone Aquatic Center
[CARLISLE, JULY 8, 2025] – The Carlisle Family YMCA Board of Directors and Leadership Team is thrilled to announce it has signed a purchase agreement for the former Keystone Aquatic Center, marking a transformative expansion and the Y’s continued commitment to the Carlisle Community. Key Highlights:Location & Facility: The former Keystone Aquatic Center, located at 103 Midway Drive, Carlisle, features an eight-lane, 50-meter indoor pool (22 x 25-yard lanes); SwimEx Flume pool; spectator seating and
Entrepreneurship Class: Professional Mentor Interest Information
Course Description: This course is designed to get students excited about becoming true entrepreneurs. Students will have the opportunity to create and fully develop their own product or service. Real-world entrepreneurs and business experts will serve as coaches and mentors guiding student teams through the process of ideation, market research, and business plan development. Over the course of the year, student teams will learn about marketing, accounting, human resources, as well as the legal aspects of
BBBS of South-Central PA Wins Agency of the Year Award
Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA Honored with 2024 Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Agency of The Year AwardThe agency is recognized for their exemplary leadership in delivering high-impact, one-on-one mentoring programs that support the growth and success of local youth.Harrisburg, PA (June 18, 2025) - Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA has been recognized as a Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA) Agency of the Year Award Winner for program and team excellence in 2024. Out
Big Brother Big Sisters of South-Central PA Recognizes 127 High School Graduates
Harrisburg, PA (May 28, 2024) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA (BBBSSCPA)recognizes high school seniors for graduation and scholarship presentation.BBBSSCPA hosted a graduation celebration and award ceremony at The State Museum of PA on Wednesday, May 21, to recognize 127 graduating high school seniors in their program. The organization recognized both mentees (Littles) and volunteer high school mentors (Bigs). The graduating seniors hail from 23 local high schools across Cumberland, Dauphin,
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Trout CPA - Dan Chodan and Travis Oot Named 2025 PICPA Young Leader Award Recipients
LANCASTER, Pa. (May 6, 2025) – Regional accounting and advisory firm Trout CPA is proud to announce that Dan Chodan, CPA, Partner, and Travis Oot, CPA, Senior Manager, have been selected by the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA) as 2025 Young Leader Award recipients. Each year, this distinguished honor is awarded to PICPA members under the age of 40 who demonstrate an extraordinary commitment to the accounting profession through active PICPA participation or community
Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA Announces Opening of Lebanon County Office
Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA Announces Opening of Lebanon County OfficeNonprofit’s 20-year commitment to Lebanon County highlighted by the dedication of programs and community partners. Lebanon, PA (April 24, 2025) – Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of South-Central PA is proud to announce the opening of a new office location in Lebanon County, a significant step forward in strengthening its presence and deepening its impact in the community. For over 20 years, BBBS of South-Central PA has
Belco Gives Back to BBBSscpa Through Match Madness Campaign
Campaign Sponsor Belco Community Credit Union Invests in Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA Through Partnership for Better Health’s Match Madness Campaign Match Madness engages local donors in a special fundraising campaign during the month of March. Harrisburg, PA (March 4, 2025) – Belco Community Credit Union invests in the power and promise of youth with a matching gift to Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of South-Central PA through Partnership for Better Health’s Match Madness Campaign.The
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF AMERICA LAUNCHES GROUNDBREAKING RESEARCH ON THE LONG-TERM IMPACTS OF MENTORSHIP
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF AMERICA LAUNCHES GROUNDBREAKING RESEARCH ON THE LONG-TERM IMPACTS OF MENTORSHIP First-of-its-kind study reveals mentorship as a cost-effective solution to drive socioeconomic mobility for youth in South-Central PA and nationwide.Rooted in 30 years of data, the study provides evidence of greater enrollment in higher education, increased salaries, reduced dependency on social services, and improved behavioral outcomes for mentored youth.Harrisburg, PA (February 25, 2025) – Big
BARRY ISETT & ASSOCIATES CELEBRATES CONTINUED RECOGNITION AS ONE OF THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN PA
MECHANICSBURG, PA – Barry Isett & Associates, Inc. (Isett) is proud to announce that it has been named one of the 2024 Best Places to Work in PA, highlighting the company's commitment to fostering a positive, engaging, and inclusive work environment for its employees. This marks the sixth consecutive year that Isett has earned this prestigious recognition, and the second year in the “Large Business” category. The Top Workplaces program—initiated by Central Penn Business Journal and Lehigh Valley
Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA Big and Little perform in the 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®
Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA Big and Little perform in the 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® NEW YORK, NY & YORK, PA – November 28, 2024 – Big, Siddhesh “Sidd” Pawar and Little, Antoine “AJ” Shoff from Big Brothers Big Sisters of of South-Central PA, performed in the 98th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® on Thursday, November 28 in New York City. Sidd and AJ are residents of York, PA and have been matched in the BBBS of South-Central PA youth mentorship program for 2 years. In
BBBSCR acquires York/Adams, changing name to Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region acquires York/Adams affiliate, changing name to Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PABBBS of South-Central PA expands services to enhance support and increase mentoring opportunities for youth.Harrisburg, PA (October 24, 2024) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region (BBBSCR) is thrilled to announce a significant expansion of its service area, broadening its reach from 5 to 7 counties through the acquisition of the BBBS York & Adams Counties
BBBS of the Capital Region Raises $86k with Over The Edge Rooftop Rappel
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region (BBBSCR) Raises $86k with Over The Edge Rooftop Rappel82 individuals brave 18-story descent to raise funds and awareness for BBBSCR youth mentoring programsHarrisburg, PA (October 17, 2024) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region (BBBSCR) took the community to Harrisburg’s skyline with Over The Edge, a rooftop rappelling adventure fundraiser. On Friday, October 4th, over 80 daring participants climbed to the roof of Market Square Plaza in downtown
Elevate Your Hustle: Adobe Tools to Empower Women Entrepreneurs
This Women’s Small Business Month, we’re celebrating the tools that are fueling the success of women entrepreneurs everywhere. Running a business requires balancing countless responsibilities, and Adobe Acrobat is here to help streamline the journey. From simplifying document workflows to enhancing team communication, Acrobat is designed to help entrepreneurs work smarter, not harder. These intuitive tools make day-to-day tasks seamless, allowing business owners to dedicate their time to what truly
BBBS of the Capital Region and Penn National Insurance Partner to Launch Beyond School Walls Youth Mentorship Program
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region and Penn National Insurance Partner to Launch Beyond School Walls Youth Mentorship ProgramBeyond School Walls program expansion provides workforce development skills for Harrisburg High School - SciTech Campus students through one-to-one mentoring relationships with area professionals. Harrisburg, PA (October 9, 2024) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region (BBBSCR) is partnering with Penn National Insurance to expand their workforce development
Brown Plus Welcomes Three New Team Members - #3 Best Mid-Sized Accounting Firm to Work For Continues to Grow
Leading accounting and advisory firm, Brown Plus, is pleased to announce that the Firm has welcomed three new team members:Martina Shea joined Brown Plus as an Outsourced Accounting Senior Associate with 20 years of accounting and office management experience. She has an Associate’s degree in Accounting from Harrisburg Area Community College. Martina is located at the Brown Plus office in Hanover, Pennsylvania. Isabel Bowen joined the Firm as an Administrative Assistant with project management, client
Brown Plus Ranked the #1 Accounting Firm in Central Pennsylvania by Central Penn Business Journal’s 2024 Reader Rankings Awards
Leading regional accounting and advisory firm, Brown Plus, is honored to have been recently ranked the #1 Accounting Firm in Central Pennsylvania by Central Penn Business Journal’s (CPBJ) 2024 Reader Rankings Awards. Reader Rankings is an annual award from CPBJ that celebrates the best establishments our community has to offer. Businesses and organizations are nominated and voted for by community members within several different categories, including Construction and Design; Real Estate;
