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Legislative Update from Senator Scott Hutchinson—Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative


When Governor Wolf signed an executive order in October 2019 to have Pennsylvania enter the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative – or RGGI – he took the first step in a process that could force the closure of Pennsylvania’s coal-fired electric generation plants, eliminate thousands of jobs, and increase energy costs for every Pennsylvania family and Read More…

Leadership Venango Kicks Off Class of ‘22


The Chamber’s leadership program, Leadership Venango (now in it’s 4th year) kicked off with a retreat at Whitehall Camp in Emlenton on September 9-10. Leadership Venango is a 9-month program designed to identify, educate, involve and motivate individuals who desire to become more effective leaders. This year’s class features 16 professionals ranging in age from Read More…

Hagan Brings On Gabe Panchura


Hagan Business Machines is excited to announce their newest employee, Gabe Panchura. Gabe is a recent graduate of Meadville Area Senior Highschool and will be working as a Contract Administrator, and has worked in the Communications industry previously. Gabe enjoys spending time with his girlfriend, Bailey, and his basset hound, Stanley, and also gardening in Read More…

Anita Perry Joins Shawgo Real Estate Team


Anita Perry has joined the Shawgo Real Estate team as a full-time realtor. After high school, Anita went to college for real estate, but ended up working as a nurse for over 17 years where she tackled patient care and helped manage the informatics system. Now, Anita is excited to help customers in her new Read More…

Peaces For You Welcomes Kayla Schmader


Kammi Stiller, owner of Peaces For You Massage Therapy in Oil City, is excited to announce the addition of new team member Kayla Schmader. Kayla graduated from the Pittsburgh School of Massage Therapy in 2010 and is a Licensed Massage Therapist. Kayla describes her massage style as “more Therapeutic with a touch of Swedish” and Read More…