Western PA Pullin 4 a Purpose, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children facing significant medical challenges, has selected its 2026 recipients and is already preparing for its upcoming benefit season. The organization’s signature event, the Truck and Tractor Pull, will take place on June 27, at the Venango County 4-H Fairgrounds in Franklin. Read More…

North Star Behavioral Health Services, a local counseling business offering individual Intensive Behavioral Health Services to children, adolescents and their families since 2005, has moved locations. The practice is now located at 13 East Front Street in Oil City. All other contact information remains the same. This article was published in the Venango Chamber’s March 2026 VenangoWorks! Newsletter.

Kammi Mooney, LMT, will join the Peaceful Horizons spa team beginning in March and will be available on Tuesdays and Saturdays. With 23 years of experience as a licensed massage therapist, she specializes in therapeutic massage designed to address individual wellness goals. In addition to therapeutic services, Kammi offers Lomi Lomi, a traditional Hawaiian massage Read More…

When Susan Williams walked into the Chamber office in August 2004 as Executive Assistant, she had only a limited understanding of what a chamber of commerce truly did. What she did have was curiosity, commitment, and a heart for community. Under the mentorship of then–Executive Director Ron Shoup, Susan quickly developed a deep understanding of Read More…

Nominate a young professional in your life! At the Venango Chamber, our belief in investing in future generations is more than a statement. It is reflected in how we show up, where we focus our energy, and the programs we choose to support. We understand that the impact of this work is not always immediate. Read More…

Local businesses and organizations are invited to help families make meaningful connections between classroom learning and future careers during Remake Learning Days, taking place May 1–23. This hands-on learning festival offers an ideal platform for workplace tours, “meet the professional” sessions, and interactive skill demonstrations that highlight local industries and career pathways. By hosting an Read More…

MAPS Technologies has expanded to include offices at the Oil Region Venango Campus and is now also operating from the Suhr Library at 1801 West 1st Street, Oil City. The company continues to operate offices at 1283 Liberty Street, Suite 100 in Franklin, maintaining a presence in both communities. This growth places the technology company Read More…

After nearly 15 years as Eckert Chiropractic, the practice is entering 2026 as Peak Restorative Wellness, reflecting its expansion into comprehensive, whole-body care. The practice now offers advanced therapies including decompression, shockwave, laser treatment, and customized pain relief protocols. Led by Dr. Kate, the same trusted team continues to serve patients at both the Grove Read More…

For Kate Whitling, Leadership Venango was a starting point for deeper community involvement and leadership. A member of the Leadership Venango Class of 2022, Kate serves as Vice President of her family business, Schake Industries, where she leads in a traditionally male-dominated field. Following the program, Kate became actively involved in FLEX, the Chamber’s young Read More…

The Franklin Industrial & Commercial Development Authority (FICDA) will begin 2026 with a robust schedule of training and professional development programs designed to support the needs of local employers, managers, and employees. The series opens on February 17 with CPR and First Aid Training, providing participants with essential, life-saving skills that strengthen workplace preparedness and Read More…

Top Tier Federal Credit Union has announced its annual Scholarship Program for 2026. This year, the credit union will award five $1,000 scholarships to eligible members pursuing post-secondary education. Scholarship applications will be accepted from January 1 through March 31 To be eligible, applicants must be members of Top Tier Federal Credit Union and enrolled Read More…

For years, cyber criminals have focused on large enterprises. But that landscape has shifted. Today, small and midsize businesses, the backbone of local economies, see a growing share of sophisticated email-based attacks. The reason is simple: attackers have learned that smaller teams often rely on overstretched staff, inconsistent security training, and legacy systems. And the Read More…

Northwest Bank is pleased to welcome Brice Lott as Small Business Banker II. Brice will serve the Northwest region, including Venango County, and brings more than 10 years of banking experience to the role. He is looking forward to becoming more involved in the communities he serves and supporting the growth of local businesses. Brice Read More…

The Venango Training & Development Center, Inc. (VTDC) is pleased to announce that Joanne McGuire has been appointed Chief Program Officer for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). With over 20 years of experience in both direct care and management within the special needs field, Joanne brings a broad range of professional and programmatic expertise to Read More…

Excellence Accounting Solutions (EAS) has added a fully remote tax preparation option for the upcoming tax season. The local firm introduced this new feature to address the common scheduling difficulties residents face during tax time. Recognizing that the logistics of gathering documents and attending in-person appointments can be a hassle, EAS implemented this system to Read More…

Bear’s Furniture & Mattress has welcomed three new employees to its growing team. Kim Kurelko joins as a Sales Associate at the Greenville location, Jaydon Shook becomes a member of the Warehouse and Delivery team, and Samantha Fedeson will serve customers at the Franklin, Cranberry, and Meadville locations. Each new team member looks forward to Read More…

Change is never easy, particularly for a multi-generation family business where leadership, legacy, and relationships are deeply intertwined. In 2025, Hickman Lumber and Allegheny Mountain Hardwood Flooring navigated an exceptionally challenging year marked by both profound personal loss and significant operational disruption. The companies mourned the passing of two pivotal leaders whose influence shaped generations Read More…

The Venango Area Chamber of Commerce has named the Venango Museum of Art, Science and Industry its 2025 Partner in Business, recognizing the museum’s growing impact on tourism, education, and community engagement across Venango County. Often described as “one of the region’s best kept secrets,” the Venango Museum is becoming increasingly visible under the leadership Read More…