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JA Innovation Academy


Junior Achievement of Western PA is looking for “kidpreneurs” – inventors and aspiring CEOs for Innovation Academy, a virtual summer workshop that is perfect for learners ages 10-14. Over five weeks, students will work together to develop a concept for a sustainable and profitable business based on weekly lessons that cover business basics. Participants will Read More…

United Way’s Round Up Program Launches


Sander’s Markets in downtown Franklin will be holding a Round Up program for the United Way of Venango County from June 13th – July 17th. During this time when a customer rounds up their purchase total the proceeds will benefit United Way’s Annual Campaign. The Campaign provides funding to 15 Community Partners throughout 23 Community Read More…

Chamber Welcomes Summer Intern – Lexi Henry


Lexi Henry joined the Chamber’s staff in May as our Summer Intern. Lexi graduated third in her class at Keystone High School in 2020. She was largely involved in the music department through marching band, musicals, concert band, and choir. Alongside these commitments, she took dance classes at Clarion Center for the Arts. She is Read More…

PennDOT Names New Safety Press Officer


The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is pleased to announce that Saxon Daugherty has been appointed to the position of safety press officer for the northwest region District 1. The safety press officer serves as a liaison between District 1 and its partners, customers, and the public on safety issues and functions as a PennDOT Read More…

Clarion Federal Credit Unions Ranks #1 in State, Top 1% in Nation


The credit union that is ranked #1 in the state and in the top 1% in the nation is right in your back yard. Clarion FCU has been ranked the top credit union in the state among its peers for 3+ years in return to the member. Its performance has driven its national ranking into Read More…