by Kate Whitling As we approach the end of the year, it’s easy to let the holiday season take over and push productivity to the back burner. But December is the perfect time to finish strong, get ahead, and set the stage for an even better new year. Here are some quick productivity hacks to Read More…
Deb Thompson has been promoted to senior branch office administrator at the Oil City branch office of financial services firm Edward Jones. Thompson has been with Edward Jones the past four years. Donna Rapp, the local Edward Jones financial advisor, said Thompson is very deserving of the promotion. “Deb has demonstrated an outstanding ability to Read More…
As the holiday season approaches, our community comes together once again in a remarkable display of generosity and compassion. Local organizations, businesses, and individuals join forces to support those in need, highlighting the true spirit of giving that defines this time of year. Across Venango County, businesses contribute in countless ways—through financial donations, in-kind gifts, Read More…
Would you like to see your businesses ad in the Chamber’s monthly newsletter? We have a very limited number of spots available for 2025. This newsletter is mailed to 550 people each month and emailed to almost 2,000 subscribers. Learn more or claim one of our ad spots now by reaching out to Tessa. This article Read More…
As the holiday season approaches, it’s the perfect time to get involved in the community and make a meaningful impact. Volunteering offers more than just a change to give back; it’s a way to connect with others, develop new skills and expand your network. The end of the year can be a challenging time for Read More…
The Keystone Community Education Council is proud to announce the Industrial Maintenance Apprenticeship program is coming to Oil City, beginning in Spring 2025. Thanks to PAsmart Grant funding, 45% of tuition costs are covered this year. For more information on this and other apprenticeship programs, contact Shawn DeLong by phone at (814) 677-4427 or email Read More…
Ugly Holiday Sweater Party: Our Annual Holiday Party will take place Thursday, December 5, at FoxTales Pub in Franklin. Wear your best festive ugly sweater and join us for a fun evening with other young professionals. We ask each attendee to bring an item to donate to Hope 21 Boutique in Oil City—requested items include Read More…
Oil City Arts Council’s annual New Year’s Eve celebration, First Night ® Oil City, will take place on Sunday, December 31, 2024 from 6 p.m. until 11 p.m. This year marks the 25th Anniversary of this wonderful event and the theme for the gala event is “Silver Bells”. This fun-filled, family-oriented, non-alcoholic New Year’s Eve Read More…
Check out the December 2024 edition of our VenangoWorks! newsletter, published by the Venango Area Chamber of Commerce. Click here or the image below for a PDF of the full newsletter.(This is a large file & may take a moment to download) Find articles from VenangoWorks! on our blog.
For young professionals, by young professionals. This monthly newsletter is published by Future Leaders & Entrepreneurs Exchange (FLEX), the young professionals group of the Venango Area Chamber of Commerce. Click here or the image below for a PDF of the FYI. Find articles from the FLEX FYI on the Chamber’s blog.
In this video, we’re diving into the “About Us” section. Here, you can find the mission and core values that power what we do at the Venango Chamber. You’ll also get to know our awesome team. Plus, you’ll discover different ways to reach out to us, whether you have questions or want to get involved. Read More…
The Venango County Association for the Blind (VCAB) proudly announces that Case Manager, Mara Foster-Gray, recently graduated from Salus University with a Master’s in Vision Rehabilitation Therapy. Vision rehabilitation therapists (VRTs) instruct persons with vision impairments to use compensatory skills and assistive technology to enable them to live safe, productive, and interdependent lives. VRTs work Read More…