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Chamber Rocks Twitter


I’m certain that at least a few of you are just tired of hearing about this twitter talk. It just can’t possibly be of much value; or can it? Anyone who was following @venangochamber today may have witnessed a quick burst of productivity that happened between Ashley and I. An unplanned collaboration on a Saturday Read More…

Tribute to Jim Hawkins Video


The Venango Area Chamber of Commerce held its Annual Dinner on February 23rd at Cross Creek Resort.  Jim Hawkins was named as the 2009 Outstanding Citizen and Dan Feroz was awarded 2009 Volunteer of the Year by chamber staff. Special Thanks to Award Sponsors Klapec Auto Body & Northwest Savings Bank

Your Great Job – Just a Network Away


This morning I’ve been watching The Early Show’s special edition on finding (or keeping) a job. They’ve called in the experts for advice. I watch with great interest as I have friends and family who are unemployed and almost daily encounter community members who are on the job search. There’s is a resounding message in Read More…

OHF Parade Gets an Upgrade


The Venango Area Chamber of Commerce staff and volunteers are busy preparing for the 32nd annual Oil Heritage Festival. Planning started immediately following the 2009 festival, and many improvements are being planned for the 2010 festivities. The Oil Heritage Festival Committee has proposed a few changes to this year’s lineup of events. The biggest changes Read More…

Freedom Wireless Moves to New Location


Freedom Wireless has moved to a larger location in the Cranberry Mall. The wireless service provider has been doing business in the Cranberry Mall for more than 10 years. In 2005, it expanded as a Cellular One dealer in a mall kiosk to a 715-squarefoot store adjacent to The Bon- Ton department store. This week, Read More…