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Starting Strong: Essential Strategies for Launching and Scaling Your Business
Launching your dream business isn’t about luck — it’s about structure, strategy, and sustainable growth. Whether you’re starting from scratch or scaling a small idea into a lasting enterprise, success comes from aligning your vision with clear execution systems. Below, we’ll unpack the essential steps to help you build a business that thrives in real markets and stands the test of time. Clarify the Foundation of Your Dream Business Before you move into strategy or funding, anchor your business in
Youth Empowerment Summit Expands to Include an Expo for York County Parents and Teens
Youth Empowerment Summit Expands to Include an Expo for York County Parents and Teens YORK, PA – York County Libraries has expanded its annual Youth Empowerment Summit (YES) to include a new expo designed for parents and teens on Saturday, October 18. The event will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at York College of Pennsylvania, Willman Business Center, located at 441 Country Club Rd. Registration is not required to attend the expo. “We’re very excited to be adding a second day of programming to
SPRUCE’D UP IS BACK
SPRUCE’D UP IS BACK As Part of Bright Nights, Presented by Traditions Bank (October 2, 2025 – York, Pa.): WellSpan Park will be brighter than ever this holiday season, as Spruce’d Up – a Celebration of Trees - returnsas part of the second edition of Bright Nights, all presented by Traditions Bank, A Division of ACNB Bank. Spruce’d Up was created as a safe, outdoor holiday tree decorating event in 2020, in response to COVID pandemic restrictions. The event features trees decorated by local
Community Progress Council hosts inaugural Self-Sufficiency Celebration and 60th Anniversary Event
Community Progress Council hosts inaugural Self-Sufficiency Celebration and 60th Anniversary Event York, Pennsylvania – September 26, 2025 Community Progress Council (CPC) hosted its first-ever Self-Sufficiency Celebration at the Yorktowne Hotel on September 25, commemorating 60 years of empowering York County residents toward economic stability. Presented by The Arthur J. & Lee R. Glatfelter Foundation, the event honored coaching participants who have made remarkable strides on their journey out of
REVOLUTION EARNS BACK-TO-BACK ATLANTIC LEAGUE HONORS
REVOLUTION EARNS BACK-TO-BACK ATLANTIC LEAGUE HONORS Revs’ Carbaugh Brings Home Third Awardfor Grounds Operations Excellence (October 6, 2025 – York, Pa.) — The Atlantic League of Professional Baseball has announced that the York Revolution has earned the league’s Ray Cipperly Award for Grounds Operations Excellence. Named in honor of longtime Somerset Patriots Head Groundskeeper Ray Cipperly, who passed away in 2015, the award is voted on by league members and recognizes the club that consistently
Brown Plus Named the #5 Best Place to Work for Women in 2025
Brown Plus Named the #5 Best Place to Work for Women in 2025in the Medium Category by Best Companies Group Leading accounting and advisory firm, Brown Plus, is thrilled to announce that it was recently named the #5 Best Place to Work for Women in 2025 in the medium category by Best Companies Group. The Best Places to Work for Women certification recognizes employers across the country who create exceptional workplace environments for women. According to Best Companies Group, the recognition as a Best
Barley Snyder Partner Kevin Moore Honored as Berks Catholic 2025 Distinguished Alumni Recipient
Barley Snyder Partner Kevin Moore Honored as Berks Catholic 2025 Distinguished Alumni Recipient For Immediate Release Reading, Pa. – Barley Snyder is proud to announce that partner Kevin A. Moore has been recognized as the 2025 Distinguished Alumni recipient by Berks Catholic High School. Moore received the award during the school’s annual EXTRAVAGANZA Dinner & Fundraising event held on Friday, October 3. The Distinguished Alumni Award honors graduates who have demonstrated exceptional professional
ATLANTIC LEAGUE CHAMPION REVS PILE UP POSTSEASON ALL-STAR PICKS
ATLANTIC LEAGUE CHAMPION REVS PILE UP POSTSEASON ALL-STAR PICKS Pair of All-League selections and three top defensive players honored (October 8, 2025 – York, Pa.): One week removed from winning a second straight Atlantic League championship, the five-time Atlantic League champion York Revolution have raked in a haul of postseason honors. Second baseman Jalen Miller and closer Cam Robinson have been named to the Atlantic League’s 2025 Postseason All-Star Team, while Miller, first baseman Frankie
Free Adult Heart Screening Event to Be Held at York College’s Grumbacher Sport and Fitness Center
Free Adult Heart Screening Event to Be Held at York College’s Grumbacher Sport and Fitness Center YORK, Pa. — The Peyton Walker Foundation, in partnership with York College of Pennsylvania, will host a free Adult Heart Screening on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Grumbacher Sport and Fitness Center on campus. The event is open to adults ages 18 and older who are not currently under the care of a cardiologist. Preregistration is encouraged. Participants will move through a
Barley Snyder Attorney Shane Brackup Appointed to Beat the Streets Lancaster Board of Directors
Barley Snyder Attorney Shane Brackup Appointed to Beat the Streets Lancaster Board of Directors For Immediate Release Lancaster, Pa. – We are pleased to share that Barley Snyder attorney Shane M. Brackup has been named to the Board of Directors of Beat the Streets Lancaster. Beat the Streets Lancaster (BtSL) is a nonprofit organization committed to empowering youth across Lancaster County through the sport of wrestling. The program offers free access to wrestling practices, gear, mentorship and
SEK Welcomes Will Laubach, CPA as New Member of the Firm
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 1, 2025 SEK Welcomes Will Laubach, CPA as New Member of the Firm SEK, CPAs & Advisors is pleased to welcome Will Laubach, CPA as a new Member of the Firm, effective October 1, 2025. Based in the Cumberland Valley, Laubach will focus on serving clients in the nonprofit, professional services, and manufacturing & distribution industries. Laubach brings 13 years of experience from his role as a Director at an international accounting firm, where he managed audit engagements
Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc. Has Acquired Lancaster County Based Becker Engineering, LLC.
Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc. (HRG) has acquired Becker Engineering, LLC, a civil engineering firm with 12 employees based in Lancaster County. Its office is located at 1848 Charter Lane in Lancaster, Pa., and its services closely align to HRG’s with a strong emphasis on municipal engineering, water, wastewater, and hydrogeology. HRG will maintain the office location, and all Becker Engineering employees will report to HRG’s Harrisburg operations, which are led by Matt Bonanno as assistant vice
American Remodeling Enterprises Recognized Nationally, Serving York from Local Office
American Remodeling Enterprises, a leading Pennsylvania-based roofing and home improvement contractor, has been named to the 2025 Qualified Remodeler Top 500 list at #160 nationwide. This national recognition underscores the company’s commitment to quality craftsmanship, innovative solutions, and customer-first service across all the communities it serves. While this honor celebrates the company as a whole, American Remodeling Enterprises proudly operates a local office in York to serve homeowners in
BOROUGH OF HANOVER COUNCIL SUMMARY OF MEETING HELD ON SEPTEMBER 24, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 26, 2025 The following are the highlights of the Borough Council’s meeting held on September 24, 2025. Supporting documents on most items of Council business are available on the Borough website (www.HanoverBoroughPA.gov) under “Agendas and Minutes”. BOROUGH COUNCIL ACTIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS: CERTIFIED HIRING LIST: Approval was granted to direct the Civil Service Commission to create a certified hiring list for police officers. LIONS CLUB AT HANOVER MARKET HOUSE:
“Cooking with a Cardiologist” at the UPMC Memorial Farm Featured Heart-Healthy, Farm-Grown Cuisine
“Cooking with a Cardiologist” at the UPMC Memorial Farm Featured Heart-Healthy, Farm-Grown Cuisine YORK, Pa. (Sept. 15, 2025) – UPMC hosted its 15th annual “Cooking with a Cardiologist” event with a twist this year, incorporating produce from the UPMC Pinnacle Foundation Farm to Hospital program at UPMC Memorial into the heart-healthy recipes demonstrated. The interactive event, which included a tour of the farm, drew 35 participants who learned to prepare and sample heart-healthy dishes, including an
BOROUGH OF HANOVER SEEKS PROPOSALS FOR COMPREHENSIVE SAFE STREETS ACTION PLAN
BOROUGH OF HANOVER SEEKS PROPOSALS FOR COMPREHENSIVE SAFE STREETS ACTION PLAN Hanover, PA – The Borough of Hanover, Pennsylvania, situated in Southern York County, has been awarded a grant under the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT) Safe Streets for All (SS4A) program. This grant aims to support the development of a comprehensive Safe Streets Action Plan (SSAP) to address road fatalities and serious injuries within the Borough. The SSAP will serve as a comprehensive toolkit to prevent roadway
WellSpan York Hospital expansion project rises to new heights as final beam is placed
WellSpan York Hospital expansion project rises to new heights as final beam is placedConstruction of the eight-story surgical and critical care tower will expand access to high-quality complex care and services YORK, Pa. (Sept. 16, 2025) – The final steel beam on WellSpan York Hospital’s new eight-story surgical and critical care tower has now been put into place as part of an expansive construction project that will revolutionize advanced specialty care for complex conditions. It marks a major milestone
PUBLIC INVITATION TO UNION PARK PAVILION RIBBON CUTTING
PUBLIC INVITATION TO UNION PARK PAVILION RIBBON CUTTING Hanover, PA – The Borough of Hanover Department of Parks and Recreation and the Hanover Kiwanis Club are pleased to invite the public to a ribbon cutting ceremony for a newly constructed pavilion at Union Park, located at 629 West Hanover Street, Hanover, PA 17331. The event will take place on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. The 30’ x 40’ covered pavilion—located adjacent to the new playground—was made possible through the Hanover Kiwanis
Building the Future Together: JDB Engineering Celebrates Opening at York College’s Knowledge Park
Building the Future Together: JDB Engineering Celebrates Opening at York College’s Knowledge Park YORK, PA – The sound of progress is echoing at York College’s Knowledge Park, where JDB Engineering is moving into its new space. For nearly 30 years, the York County-based firm has helped shape the York College campus and help fuel innovation. Now, it is opening new doors, literally and figuratively, with a new office on campus. From classrooms to careers, the partnership between JDB Engineering and
Wagman Relocates Offices to Newly Renovated Building in York, PA
Wagman Relocates Offices to Newly Renovated Building in York, PA (York, PA) Wagman, a leader in heavy civil, general construction, and geotechnical construction services, is pleased to announce the relocation of its headquarters to a newly renovated facility at 3265 Farmtrail Road in York, Pennsylvania. The new location serves as the main office for Wagman, Inc., Wagman Construction, Inc., and Wagman Heavy Civil, Inc., including Wagman’s Geotechnical operations for the north. Renovations to the
First Capital Federal Credit Union Participates in the United Way Day of Caring!
First Capital Federal Credit Union Participates in the United Way Day of Caring!York, PA – On Friday, September 19, 2025, First Capital employees took part in the United Way of York County’s Day of Caring and spent the day landscaping and cleaning the pond around Leg Up Farm, a nonprofit therapy center for children with special needs. “Participating in United Way’s Day of Caring is always a meaningful experience for our team,” said Sue DeStephano, President/CEO of First Capital Federal Credit Union.
Martin Library to Host 90th Birthday Bash
Martin Library to Host 90th Birthday BashEvent Commemorates Nine Decades of Library Service YORK, PA – Martin Library is hosting a 90th Birthday Bash to celebrate nine decades of serving the York community. The library first opened its doors on Halloween in 1935. The celebration is set for Friday, October 3 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The public is invited to attend the festivities inside the library at 159 E. Market Street in York. “This evening will combine a bit of nostalgia with our vision of
Barley Snyder Partner Katherine Betz Kravitz Named to Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development...
Barley Snyder Partner Katherine Betz Kravitz Named to Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development Board of Directors For Immediate Release Lancaster, Pa. – Barley Snyder is pleased to announce that partner Katherine Betz Kravitz has been elected to the Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development’s Board of Directors. The Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development is a nonprofit organization offering innovative therapy, education and resources to children and young adults with disabilities,
Landmark Commercial Realty Launches LCR Property Management, Expanding Services Across Central PA
Landmark Commercial Realty Launches LCR Property Management, Expanding Services Across Central Pennsylvania Harrisburg, PA – September 23, 2025 – Landmark Commercial Realty, a trusted name in commercial real estate since 1988, proudly announces the launch of LCR Property Management, a new division, specializing in property management and facility planning. The new property management arm will offer property owners across South Central Pennsylvania access to a higher caliber of management, expertise,
Valencia Wonderland: A Holiday Music Experience Comes to York, PA
Get ready to step into a winter wonderland of music, magic, and holiday cheer! Robin-Banks Entertainment is proud to present Valencia Wonderland: A Holiday Music Experience, a one-night-only concert event on Thursday, December 19, 2025, at the Valencia Ballroom in downtown York, PA. The evening will feature the award-winning Central City Orchestra alongside an extraordinary lineup of special guest vocalists, local musicians and surprise collaborations. From reimagined holiday classics to high-energy hits
Buying a Struggling Business? Here’s How to Revive It — and Win
When you step into a failing business, you’re not just buying its assets — you’re inheriting its ghosts. The ones hidden in outdated processes, broken trust, neglected books, and tired branding. But for the right buyer, it’s also an open canvas. One that’s already halfway built. The question is: can you make it breathe again? For that to happen, you can’t just “fix” the business. You need to understand the full story of why it collapsed, and decide whether its core still deserves saving. That takes
Building a Brand Customers Remember and Trust
Your brand isn’t your logo. It’s not your color palette or catchy tagline either. Branding is the felt sense your business leaves behind—what people remember, repeat, and trust. For small business owners, especially in those early, get-it-off-the-ground months, branding can either sharpen your momentum or blur it. So what should you focus on? Forget generic “awareness” goals. This is about building an identity that feels real, earns attention, and delivers the same truth every time someone interacts with
BBBS of South-Central PA Wins Agency of the Year Award
Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA Honored with 2024 Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Agency of The Year AwardThe agency is recognized for their exemplary leadership in delivering high-impact, one-on-one mentoring programs that support the growth and success of local youth.Harrisburg, PA (June 18, 2025) - Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA has been recognized as a Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA) Agency of the Year Award Winner for program and team excellence in 2024. Out
How Small Businesses Can Ride the Marketing Waves Ahead
The marketplace doesn’t stand still for anyone, and small businesses, more than most, feel that truth in their bones. Competing with larger players means doing more with less, turning agility into an advantage, and spotting change before it becomes mainstream. Marketing is evolving—fast—and those shifts don’t wait for anyone’s budget or bandwidth to catch up. But small businesses have something big ones can’t easily replicate: authenticity, community ties, and the ability to move fast when the winds
Big Brother Big Sisters of South-Central PA Recognizes 127 High School Graduates
Harrisburg, PA (May 28, 2024) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA (BBBSSCPA)recognizes high school seniors for graduation and scholarship presentation.BBBSSCPA hosted a graduation celebration and award ceremony at The State Museum of PA on Wednesday, May 21, to recognize 127 graduating high school seniors in their program. The organization recognized both mentees (Littles) and volunteer high school mentors (Bigs). The graduating seniors hail from 23 local high schools across Cumberland, Dauphin,
For Immediate Release: Heritage Valley Federal Credit Union Launches Heritage Heroes Program
Heritage Valley Federal Credit Union Launches Heritage Heroes ProgramA New Initiative to Honor Local Heroes! York, PA – May 28, 2025 – Heritage Valley Federal Credit Union is thrilled to announce the launch of its new Heritage Heroes Program. This thoughtful initiative is designed to celebrate and support the dedicated individuals who selflessly contribute to making our community a better place. With exclusive financial benefits and unparalleled service, the Heritage Heroes Program recognizes the everyday
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Discover Commute PA's 2024 Impact: Read the Year End Highlights
Commute PA has released our Year End highlights for 2024, showcasing the organization's dedication to fostering smarter commuting options throughout York County. Inside, you'll find highlights on program successes, employer relationships, community engagement, and the strides made in encouraging carpooling, vanpooling, biking, walking, telecommuting and public transit. Explore the positive changes Commute PA is driving! https://commutepa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/2024_YearEnd_CommutePA.pdf
FinCEN's BOI Filing Deadline: 01/01/2025 - York, PA Businesses Should File Now to Avoid Potential Fines
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) requires businesses to report Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) to FinCEN to enhance financial transparency and deter financial crimes. As of this date, November 27, 2024, York, Pennsylvania, business owners have 35 calendar days (or 25 business days) left to file their BOI report with FinCEN—don’t delay, or you could face $500 per day fines! What You Need to Do:1. Determine if Your Business Must File. Most LLCs, corporations, and small businesses qualify
How to Hire the Right Experts for Sales and Marketing Triumph
In today’s competitive business environment, finding the right expertise to propel your company forward can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. As a business owner, you’re faced with the challenge of staying ahead of rapid market changes, evolving consumer expectations, and economic uncertainties. But what if the solution lies not within your organization, but outside of it? By strategically enlisting external professionals, you can infuse your business with the innovation and specialized
Communication Breakthrough: Innovative Approaches to Empower Your Team and Elevate Collaboration
In the realm of business, the ability to facilitate seamless communication and foster a culture of collaboration within your team is paramount. This dynamic is the lifeline that sustains projects, drives innovation, and ensures a competitive edge. As a leader, your role transcends mere oversight; it involves building an environment where ideas flourish, challenges are met with collective resolve, and every voice finds its resonance. The following strategies are designed to empower you to cultivate such an
Unlocking Accelerated Expansion for Your Business
In the ever-changing business environment, securing consistent growth is not just a marker of success but a necessity for survival. This article provides a selection of crucial strategies specifically designed to propel your enterprise forward. By implementing these tactics, businesses can set a course for faster expansion and greater profitability. Forge Connections Through Networking The power of networking in fostering business growth cannot be overstated. Events designed for your
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