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Barley Snyder Named to Central Penn Business Journal’s Best Legacy Businesses List

Barley Snyder is proud to announce its inclusion in the Central Penn Business Journal’s inaugural “Best Legacy Businesses” list.  The “Best Legacy Businesses” list honors companies that have demonstrated continued success, adaptability, and resilience throughout changing economic and technological landscapes. Honorees were nominated and then selected by the CPBJ editorial team. To be eligible, businesses must have been in operation for at least 25 years, have a minimum of four employees, and be based in

UPMC Expert - Safety First to Avoid Common Spring Injuries and Traumas

With the arrival of spring, activities like baseball, tennis, golf and gardening become part of our daily lives, in addition to responsibilities like lawn mowing and other home maintenance projects. While it’s tempting to rush out into the warm weather and get started, make sure you’re following proper safety precautions to protect yourself during these activities.  Mow the lawn, not your hands During the spring, orthopaedic and trauma surgeons see increased injuries to the hands, arms and other areas

Revs Add Triple-A Catcher and Plethora of Arms

The York Revolution have added six new signings to the preseason roster. Veteran Triple-A catcher Will Simoneit and fellow backstop Paul Mondesi will join pitchers Cam Robinson, Hunter Dula, Matt Walker, and Ryan Williamson in York in 2025. The signings were announced by Revs manager Rick Forney on Tuesday’s episode of Revs Hot Stove Weekly presented by Shipley Energy on SportsRadio 98.9 FM & 1350 WOYK. Simoneit has split his time as a catcher and as a first baseman over four pro seasons. The 28-year-old

Community Progress Council celebrates 60 years

Community Progress Council is pleased to recognize its 60th anniversary in 2025, celebrating 60 years of serving York County families and empowering people toward economic self-sufficiency. Community Progress Council incorporated on April 8, 1965, and was later officially affirmed as York County’s Community Action Agency. It is now one of approximately 1,000 community action agencies across the United States, providing innovative, responsive, and efficient programs that are uniquely tailored to support

INVESTMENT REAL ESTATE EXPANDS PORTFOLIO WITH STRATEGIC ACQUISITION IN ANDOVER, NEW JERSEY

Investment Real Estate LLC (IRE) today announced the acquisition of a self-storage facility in Byram Township, Sussex County, New Jersey. Located along the high-traffic Route 206 corridor, the property adds 480 storage units and 53,350 square feet of rentable space to IRE’s Moove In Self Storage portfolio. “This acquisition aligns perfectly with our strategy to invest in high-visibility and high-demand markets,” said Justin Quinto, vice president of acquisitions & asset management at IRE. “Route 206 sees

York Day Early Learning Leads York County Pilot for Children Impacted by Opioid Abuse

Thanks to the York County Board of Commissioners, York Day Early Learning (YDEL) is pleased to announce the receipt of a York County Opioid Settlement Fund grant.  As a result, YDEL is piloting a project to support the health and education of children impacted by substance abuse disorders and participating in the Collective Response Initiative York (CRIY).  York, like many communities across the globe, continues to look for ways to help families in crisis and ensure access to high-quality childcare.  Lack

2025 BLOOM Grant Program for Small Businesses in York County Now Open

The BLOOM Business Empowerment Center, through the York County Economic Alliance, is pleased to announce the opening of the 2025 BLOOM Grant Program for Small Businesses in York County from Monday, April 7 through Friday, May 2. Application and details available here. This program will award grants from $500 to $1,500 to for-profit small businessesowned and operating in the County of York, PA for projects that will help them improve productivity, expand their services, or grow to the next level. Grant

UPMC Harrisburg kicks off Donate Life Month with flag-raising

UPMC Harrisburg kicked off Donate Life Month, which is observed annually in April, with a flag-raising event at UPMC Harrisburg today. The event honors deceased and living donors, celebrates the lives they've saved, and creates awareness of the importance of registering to be a donor. This year, the theme for National Donate Life Month is, “let life sing!” Birds are known across many cultures as one of the most welcomed and visible signs of spring. They represent both new beginnings and visits from loved

Barley Snyder Partner Jeff Lobach and Cindy Lobach Honored with Penn-Mar Human Services 2025 Distinguished Humanitarian Award

Barley Snyder Partner Jeff Lobach and his wife Cindy were honored with the 2025 Distinguished Humanitarian Award at Penn-Mar’s 33rd Annual Gala Fundraiser on March 1 in Owings Mills, Maryland. The event raised over $572,000 to support Penn-Mar’s charitable mission of empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.  About Penn-Mar Human ServicesPenn-Mar Human Services is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

York College and Milton Hershey School Strengthen Partnership to Support First-Generation and Low-In

York College of Pennsylvania and Milton Hershey School (MHS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance their collaboration in supporting low-income and first-generation students. The agreement formalizes a partnership aimed at providing MHS graduates with greater access to academic, financial, and career resources at York College. "We want to strengthen our partnership with York," said Keri Ambrocik, Manager of Higher Education and Support at MHS. "We want to see more of our students go

UPMC Harrisburg to Host Flag Raising Event to Encourage Community and Kick Off Donate Life Month

What: UPMC will recognize and honor those who made a difference in the lives of others by being organ donors with a special flag raising ceremony held at UPMC Harrisburg Hospital. National Donate Life Month honors and celebrates our organ donors, transplant recipients, those awaiting the gift of life, our patients’ families, and our transplant clinical care teams. This year, the theme for National Donate Life Month is, "let life sing"! When: Friday, April 4, 11 a.m. Where: UPMC Harrisburg, 111 S. Front

WellSpan Health and Local Teams Partner to Crush Cancer

WellSpan Health, the York Revolution, eight York County high school baseball teams, and Penn State York are teaming up to Crush Cancer at the first WellSpan Health Crushing Cancer Baseball Classic, April 25 and 26 at WellSpan Park. The event builds on the efforts of Greg Kinneman, Varsity Baseball Coach at Dallastown High School, who created an initial event in 2024.   The event features four high school baseball games and a clash between Penn State York and Penn State Wilkes Barre over the two days. All

Revs' Preseason Roster Grows by Four

The four-time and defending Atlantic League champion York Revolution bolstered their preseason roster with four more signings announced by manager Rick Forney on Tuesday’s episode of Revs Hot Stove Weekly presented by Shipley Energy. Outfielder Justin Connell and pitchers Dylan Hall, Foster Pace, and Jordan Morales are all set to join the Revs for the 2025 season with the team set to report to York for Atlantic League Spring Training in less than two weeks. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO FULL EPISODE Connell

Barley Snyder Welcomes Attorney Sarah Doyle to York Office

Barley Snyder is pleased to announce that attorney Sarah L. Doyle has joined the firm in its York office as the newest member of the firm’s Employment and Litigation practice groups.   Doyle brings extensive experience in employment law and litigation, representing both private and public sector clients. She provides a broad array of legal services, from advising employers on complex personnel matters and crafting workplace policies to handling collective bargaining issues. Additionally, Doyle is an

Borough of Hanover to Hold Public Informational Meeting: TURNING WASTE INTO RESILIENCE, RENEWAL, AND

The Hanover Borough Stormwater Authority will hold a special public informational meeting on April 8, 2025, at 6:00PM in the Borough Council Chambers, at 44 Frederick Street (lower level), to share details on an exciting new project: Cleaner Water. Greener Streets. Stronger Communities. TURNING WASTE INTO RESILIENCE, RENEWAL, AND REVENUE  This meeting will introduce a forward-thinking approach that uses advanced technology, funded through a community public-private partnership, to turn local waste into

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Central Pennsylvania Expands Access to Gynecological Cancer Treatment

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in central Pennsylvania, is now offering an advanced internal radiation therapy for gynecological cancers which has been shown to reduce the risk of cancer recurrence. Cylinder High-Dose Rate (HDR) Brachytherapy is now available at the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center – Rocco and Nancy Ortenzio Cancer Pavillion, 2035 Technology Parkway, Mechanicsburg. UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is the only health facility in the West Shore of Harrisburg to offer this service.   This advanced form of

McConkey Insurance & Benefits Celebrates 135th Anniversary in 2025

McConkey Insurance & Benefits is proud to announce the celebration of its 135th anniversary in 2025. As an independently owned and operated agency, McConkey has spent over a century building a legacy of trust, integrity, and client-first service. Founded in 1890, McConkey Insurance & Benefits has grown from a small, local agency to a respected leader in the insurance industry. Throughout its 135-year history, the company has remained committed to its core values—integrity, teamwork, excellence,

UPMC Empowering Wellness through Women’s Cancer Survivorship Conference

UPMC Magee-Womens and UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Central Pa. with the support of UPMC Pinnacle Foundation, hosted the Women’s Cancer Survivorship Conference on March 29 at the Penn Harris Hotel Convention Center. Dedicated to empowering women living with cancer, the comprehensive one-day event focused on wellness and was attended by more than 150 participants.     “We recognize that each cancer journey is unique and there can be many post treatment impacts that need to be acknowledged,” said Beth

White Rose City Rocked by Championship Heist

A shocking turn of events has rocked the York Revolution organization as the coveted Atlantic League Championship Trophy has gone missing. The theft was uncovered early this morning, and initial clues have led investigators to a potential suspect. Security footage reveals suspicious activity at WellSpan Park overnight, and sources close to the investigation confirm that authorities are actively pursuing leads. While details remain scarce, initial reports suggest that an individual wearing a distinctive

York College Hosts Student-Led NARCAN Training

York College of Pennsylvania is committed to equipping students, staff, and community members with the knowledge and resources needed to save lives. The College will host a free, student-led NARCAN training session on Monday, March 31, 2025, from 5–6 p.m. in Weinstock Lecture Hall in the Willman Business Center. Organized by nursing students, this unique event will educate attendees on how to recognize and respond to opioid overdoses using NARCAN, a life-saving medication that can reverse the effects of

York Revolution Made-In-York Night 2025

Barley Snyder Managing Partner Jennifer Craighead Carey Named to CPBJ Power 100 List

Barley Snyder managing partner and CEO Jennifer Craighead Carey has been named to the Central Penn Business Journal’s (CPBJ) 2025 Power 100 List.  The Power 100 List, compiled annually by the CPBJ editorial team, honors individuals who have demonstrated exceptional influence across various sectors, including law, finance, education, government, healthcare, business and nonprofits. They are the key influencers shaping the growth and success of our communities throughout Central Pennsylvania, both in visible

Deborah Bowman, Principal and COO/CFO at Brown Plus, Honored on Central Penn Business Journal’s Power 100 List in 2025

Deborah Bowman, CPA, SHRM-CP, Principal and Chief Operating Officer (COO)/Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at leading accounting and advisory firm, Brown Plus, was recently named a leader on Central Penn Business Journal’s (CPBJ) Power 100 List in 2025. The Power 100 List profiles the top 100 leaders and change-makers who shape our communities and influence the quality of life in the Central Pennsylvania region. Individuals on the Power 100 List operate within all sectors, including law, finance, education,

Summary of Borough Council Actions & Announcements - March 26, 2025

The following are the highlights of the Borough Council’s meeting held on March 26, 2025. Supporting documents on most items of Council business are available on the Borough website (www.HanoverBoroughPA.gov) under “Agenda and Minutes”.  BOROUGH COUNCIL ACTIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS:  PLANNING COMMISSION VACANCIES: Approval was granted to appoint John Contestabile to the Planning Commission to fulfill an unexpired term until 12/31/26 and Anne Baker to the same to fulfill an unexpired term until

Holla Spirits Introduces New Canned Ready-to-Drink Cocktails

Holla Spirits Introduces New Canned Ready-to-Drink Cocktails  Orange and Watermelon Crush Canned Cocktails feature Holla’s Award-Winning Vodkas  YORK, PA (March 25, 2025) – Holla Spirits, a Pennsylvania-based award-winning spirits company, has introduced its first canned cocktails which are available at bars, restaurants and distributors statewide. Holla Spirits’ canned “Crush” cocktails come in two juicy flavors: Orange Crush and Watermelon Crush.  Thanks to updates to the Pennsylvania Liquor Code

Revs Add to the Infield and the Bullpen with Trio of Signings

  The defending and four-time Atlantic League champion York Revolution have added three more to its 2025 preseason roster. Infielder Jeffrey Wehler, lefty reliever Danny Denz, and right-hander Miguel Peña have all inked contracts for the upcoming season. The additions were announced by Revs manager Rick Forney during Monday’s episode of Revs Hot Stove Weekly presented by Shipley Energy on SportsRadio 98.9 FM & 1350 WOYK. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO FULL EPISODE Wehler returns to the Atlantic League

IREGC HIRES ORLA ALLISON AS HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR

Investment Real Estate Group of Companies (IREGC) today announced the appointment of Orla Allison as the company’s new director of human resources. With over a decade of experience, Allison brings a wealth of expertise in strategic leadership, talent acquisition and employee relations. Most recently, she served as the director of HR Americas at OpSec Security LLC. Here, Allison led HR functions across the Americas, including mergers and acquisitions, compensation, benefits and organizational design. Her

Who Says You Can't Go Home

Jalen Miller is coming back home. Two years removed from a month-long stint with the York Revolution, the talented second baseman is returning for a second go-around in York and will be joined by right-hander Lukas Galdoni who is coming off an eye-opening rookie campaign. The two signings were announced by Revs manager Rick Forney on Monday’s episode of Revs Hot Stove Weekly presented by Shipley Energy on SportsRadio 98.9 FM & 1350 WOYK. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO FULL EPISODE A third-round pick of the San

IREGC HIRES PETER WISNIEWSKI AS DIRECTOR OF INVESTOR RELATIONS

 Investment Real Estate Group of Companies (IREGC) today announced the hiring of Peter Wisniewski as its director of investor relations, tasked with strengthening investor engagement and forging partnerships to drive long-term growth. Wisniewski brings over 10 years of expertise in financial strategy and cross-sector collaboration. Most recently he worked as a development manager, where he streamlined operations and cultivated relationships within the real estate industry while expanding the company’s

Library Hosts Local Author Event

Kreutz Creek Library will host its first “Meet Local Authors!” event from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, March 29. The public is invited to attend the festivities inside the library at 66 Walnut Springs Road in Hellam. Admission is free, with books available for purchase and autograph. “Most of these authors live, work and write in the local area,” says Kreutz Creek Library Manager Jennifer Johnson. “This is a chance for community members to meet, get to know and support homegrown talent. The library

Martin Library Honors Jackie Summers

 The Martin Library Honors Committee will recognize Jackie Summers as its 50th Honoree during an upcoming ceremony and reception. The event will be held at 5:00 p.m. Thursday, April 24 at Martin Library in York. Individuals interested in attending should register at donate.yorklibraries.org by Thursday, April 10.   "It is fitting that Jackie is our 50th Martin Library Honoree. She regards libraries as essential components of our communities; offering gateways to knowledge, learning, and personal

Barley Snyder Attorney Emily Watkins Appointed to Lancaster County Community Foundation Board of Dir

Barley Snyder is pleased to announce that attorney Emily C. Watkins has been appointed to the Lancaster County Community Foundation’s Board of Directors.   The Lancaster County Community Foundation (LCCF) is a nonprofit organization that has been dedicated to investing in the future of Lancaster County and its residents for nearly a century. Through grants, scholarships, and collaborative initiatives, the LCCF supports causes such as education, healthcare, the arts, social services, and community

NEW BOARD MEMBERS JOIN EASTERSEALS WESTERN & CENTRAL PA

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 31, 2025 For more information and/or to schedule an interview contact: Lori McCann, Vice President of Development Email: lmccann@eastersealswcpenna.org Office: (412) 281-7244 ext.1272 Cell: (412) 417-8599 Easterseals Western and Central Pennsylvania welcome two new board of directors, Wendy McCrory Rotz and Carrie Wilburn. Serving 47 counties across Pennsylvania, Easterseals is committed to providing vital programs and services for children and adults with disabilities. Wendy

News Release: Pennsylvania American Water Invests $675 Million in System Upgrades Statewide in 2024

This investment helps us enhance service reliability, water quality, and fire protection for the 37 counties and 418 communities we serve, including our local area. Some of the key investments made in 2024 include: Water/Wastewater Mains: $220.4 million for 94.7 miles of mainFire Hydrants and Valves: $13.6 million for 1,038 hydrants and 3,165 valvesService Lines: $40.5 million for 11,651 servicesIn the Susquehanna Valley alone, Pennsylvania American Water invested more than $43

Immediate Release: Moneyball Film Inspiration, Billy Beane to Speak in York

Billy Beane, Inspiration for Moneyball, to be Keynote Speakerat the Manufacturers’ Association’s 119th Annual Event   (York, PA) – The Manufacturers’ Association will host its 119th Annual Event featuring Billy Beane, who inspired the Hollywood hit film “Moneyball”, as its keynote speaker. Named by Forbes as one of the "100 Greatest Living Business Minds”, An Evening with Billy Beane will be the highlight of the 119th Annual Event held on Tuesday, May 20th, at York College’s Waldner Performing Arts

FinCEN's BOI Filing Deadline: 01/01/2025 - York, PA Businesses Should File Now to Avoid Potential Fines

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) requires businesses to report Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) to FinCEN to enhance financial transparency and deter financial crimes. As of this date, November 27, 2024, York, Pennsylvania, business owners have 35 calendar days (or 25 business days) left to file their BOI report with FinCEN—don’t delay, or you could face $500 per day fines!    What You Need to Do:1. Determine if Your Business Must File. Most LLCs, corporations, and small businesses qualify

Communication Breakthrough: Innovative Approaches to Empower Your Team and Elevate Collaboration

In the realm of business, the ability to facilitate seamless communication and foster a culture of collaboration within your team is paramount. This dynamic is the lifeline that sustains projects, drives innovation, and ensures a competitive edge. As a leader, your role transcends mere oversight; it involves building an environment where ideas flourish, challenges are met with collective resolve, and every voice finds its resonance. The following strategies are designed to empower you to cultivate such an