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Schuylkill Chamber Receives 2025 VOICE for Children Vision Award
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Schuylkill Chamber Receives 2025 VOICE for Children Vision Award

Posted Friday, April 11, 2025 By PennAEYC

HERSHEY, PA – Since 2011, the Pennsylvania Association for the Education of Young Children (PennAEYC) has honored individuals and organization whose work has impacted the quality of care for young children in diverse settings.

The 2025 event recognized four individuals and the Chamber for their work that has impacted the quality of care for young children in diverse settings. Its annual Voice for Children Celebration gala celebrated the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce as the VOICE for Children Vision awardee.

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PACP Announces Its 2025 Board of Directors
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PACP Announces Its 2025 Board of Directors

Posted Tuesday, November 5, 2024 By Pennsylvania Association of Chamber Professionals

PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release _____________________________________________________________________________________ Contact: Tiffany Fulmer Ott – Pennsylvania Association of Chamber Professionals (PACP) ...

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PACP Announces 2024 Chamber of the Year Award Recipients
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PACP Announces 2024 Chamber of the Year Award Recipients

Posted Monday, November 4, 2024 By Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce

The Pennsylvania Association of Chamber Professionals (PACP) recognized their 2024 Chambers of the Year during their Chamber Professionals & Leadership Conference held at the Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square in Lancaster, PA. 

In addition to recognizing organization excellence, the PACP Chamber of the Year Award focuses on acknowledging one or more significant achievements / accomplishments that a chamber has initiated, stimulated, and/or led in its respective service area at some point during the past 18 months.  Organizational excellence is evaluated in the areas of membership, programs, planning, and finance.

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Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce Launches National Civics Bee®
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Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce Launches National Civics Bee®

Posted Monday, August 26, 2024 By Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce

POTTSVILLE, PA - The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce proudly announces the launch of the 2025 National Civics Bee®, an initiative aimed at encouraging more young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. Hosted in partnership with The Civic Trust® of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the competition in Schuylkill County will inspire middle schoolers to become better informed about American democracy, to engage respectfully and constructively in the community, and to build greater trust in others and institutions. 

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$100,000 in Startup Capital Awarded to Launch Farm-to-Table Grocery Store
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$100,000 in Startup Capital Awarded to Launch Farm-to-Table Grocery Store

Posted Thursday, August 22, 2024 By The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce

On Thursday, August 8, 2024, the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce hosted its IGNITE Schuylkill Final Event where Angela and Josiah Meck of Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania, were awarded $100,000 in startup capital to launch their farm-to-table grocery store, The Farm Store. The store will be located at 113 E. Norwegian Street, Pottsville.

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Jim and Peg Stine Scholarships Awarded to Two Schuylkill County Students Furthering Education at Penn State University, Penn State Schuylkill
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Jim and Peg Stine Scholarships Awarded to Two Schuylkill County Students Furthering Education at Penn State University, Penn State Schuylkill

Posted Wednesday, June 26, 2024 By Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce

POTTSVILLE, PA - The Pennsylvania State University and the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce recently announced the 2024-2025 winners of the Jim and Peg Stine Scholarships. The scholarships were endowed through a gift from the late James M. Stine and his wife, Peg. Penn State is pleased to award the 2024-2025 Jim and Peg Stine Scholarships to two first-year freshmen: Armonia Paniagua, Schuylkill Campus Scholarship and Julia Meiss, University Park Campus Scholarship.

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Peoples Financial Services Corp. and FNCB Bancorp, Inc. Announce Receipt of Regulatory Approvals for Merger

Posted Tuesday, June 25, 2024 By Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce

Peoples Financial Services Corp. ("Peoples") (Nasdaq: PFIS) and FNCB Bancorp, Inc. ("FNCB") (Nasdaq: FNCB) announced receipt of all required regulatory approvals or waivers necessary to complete the previously announced merger of FNCB with and into Peoples, with Peoples as the surviving corporation, pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of September 27, 2023, by and between Peoples and FNCB. The merger is expected to close on July 1, 2024, pending satisfaction of customary closing conditions.

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Member Relations Director
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Member Relations Director

Posted Monday, March 25, 2024 By Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce

The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce is seeking applications for the role of Membership Relations Director. We seek an individual who thrives in dynamic environments, excels in managing diverse tasks under pressure, and embraces challenges with ...

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A Note from the President & CEO re: Energy Procurement
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A Note from the President & CEO re: Energy Procurement

Posted Friday, March 15, 2024 By Robert S. Carl, Jr., President & CEO

The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce is aware of numerous unscrupulous energy companies using deceiving tactics to attempt to secure both commercial and residential energy accounts.  Common techniques include telemarketing calls asking for copies of energy bills (generally your PPL Distribution monthly bill) and or information on your current energy supplier.  Please be careful!

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Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce Foundation receives grant from PPL Foundation for IGNITE Schuylkill
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Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce Foundation receives grant from PPL Foundation for IGNITE Schuylkill

Posted Friday, September 8, 2023 By Unknown

Pottsville, Pa. (September 8, 2023) – The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce Foundation is pleased to announce it has received an $11,000 grant from the PPL Foundation. These funds will help support IGNITE Schuylkill, an entrepreneurial development program for aspiring business owners designated to support and nurture the growth of early-stage businesses.

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Chamber ’s Institute Awards Samantha Chivinski of the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce the National Institute Scholarship: A Leadership Training Program Produced by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
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Chamber ’s Institute Awards Samantha Chivinski of the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce the National Institute Scholarship: A Leadership Training Program Produced by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce

Posted Wednesday, August 30, 2023 By Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce

Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to announce that Samantha Chivinski, executive vice president, of the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce, has been awarded a National ...

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Comcast to receive letter of support from Schuylkill County Broadband Task Force
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Comcast to receive letter of support from Schuylkill County Broadband Task Force

Posted Sunday, July 23, 2023 By Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 28, 2023

Contact:   Samantha Chivinski
                  570-622-1942
                  schivinski@schuylkillchamber.com

 Comcast to receive letter of support from Schuylkill County Broadband Task Force

Pottsville, PA (July 28, 2023) - As a collaborative leadership effort, the Schuylkill County Broadband Task Force (BTF) was assembled as a sub-committee of the Schuylkill Chamber Infrastructure Committee with leaders from the Schuylkill Chamber, Schuylkill County Government, Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29, network of County libraries, and community.

 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Schuylkill Broadband Task Force Promotes Online for All Week of Action
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Schuylkill Broadband Task Force Promotes Online for All Week of Action

Posted Wednesday, June 14, 2023 By Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce

Pottsville, PA (June 12, 2023) As a collaborative leadership effort, the Schuylkill County Broadband Task Force (BTF) was assembled as a subcommittee of the Schuylkill Chamber Infrastructure Committee with leaders from the Schuylkill Chamber, Schuylkill County Government, Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29, and community. “The BTF has been instrumental in developing a multidimensional task force working in collaboration and partnership through coordinating efforts to seek out grant funding for our community members with a mission of “Internet for All.”, announced Robert S. Carl, Jr., President & CEO, Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce. “Access to Internet is the year 2023 is now as vitally important as access to our more traditional utilities in a world where access is critical for success.”

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55 Chambers of Commerce in Pennsylvania Send Joint Letter to Address the Childcare Crisis
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55 Chambers of Commerce in Pennsylvania Send Joint Letter to Address the Childcare Crisis

Posted Wednesday, May 31, 2023 By Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce

The Chester, Delaware, and Westmoreland Chambers of Commerce have spearheaded the effort leading to over 50 business organizations across the Commonwealth sending a joint letter to the Pennsylvania General Assembly and Governor Shapiro Administration, imploring them to address the crisis surrounding accessible and affordable childcare.

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Jim & Peg Stine scholarships awarded
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Jim & Peg Stine scholarships awarded

Posted Wednesday, May 24, 2023 By Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce

Jim & Peg Stine scholarships awarded

 

The Pennsylvania State University and the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce recently announced the 2023-2024 winners of the Jim and Peg Stine Scholarships. The scholarships were endowed through a gift from the late James M. Stine and his wife, Peg. Penn State is pleased to award the 2023-2024 Jim and Peg Stine Scholarships to two first-year freshmen: Shane Smith, Schuylkill Campus Scholarship and Isabella Frederick, University Park Campus Scholarship.

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Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce announces new 401(k) program for members
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Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce announces new 401(k) program for members

Posted Tuesday, March 7, 2023 By Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce

The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the establishment of the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce 401K Pooled Employer Plan, a robust retirement solution offered to Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce members. Members now have access to a retirement plan designed to address cost efficiencies, simplify administration, and reduce fiduciary burden.

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Alex Halper Among Top 5 in PA Government Relations Power 100

Posted Wednesday, February 22, 2023 By Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce

Alex Halper, vice president of government affairs, was named among the top five policy professionals in City & State’s 2023 “Pennsylvania Government Relations Power 100” – the 100 most influential government affairs professionals in Pennsylvania.

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