DANVILLE - Dr. Douglas Kupas, emergency physician and associate chief academic officer, Geisinger Medical Center, was recently awarded the Keith Neely Outstanding Contribution to Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Award by the National Association of EMS P
Are you a member of the "Sandwich Generation?" This designation - which applies to people caring for their aging parents while supporting their own children - may be applicable to you if you're either a younger Baby Boomer, born in the late 1950s or earl
Dennis Kaleta's new company, Spectrum Diving Equipment Inc., Shamokin, was born from a dream, some inspiration and lots of hard work.
The Shamokin native began diving in his late 20s after meeting a diver at Indian River Inlet, Del., who let him borrow s
SUNBURY - Kelly Grego, a licensed practical nurse at Golden Living Center-Mansion, was selected as 2009 Associate of the Year at the nursing facility.
Grego has been part of the nursing facility team for 15 years. She is responsible for providing care an
As an investor, you might wonder what the new year has in store. While economic and market forces are, as always, somewhat unpredictable, the overall outlook is generally favorable - and by making the right moves, you can further improve your chances of
DANVILLE - David Bowers, an employee in Geisinger Medical Center's (GMC) Automated Testing Lab Plus (ATL Plus), is retiring after 49 years at GMC.
"Dave Bowers was an exemplary member of the Geisinger family for nearly five decades, and throughout his ti
COAL TOWNSHIP - Dr. Henry G. Yavorek, a member of the Shamokin Area Community Hospital (SACH) medical staff, was recently elected to the Keystone Chapter of the American College of Surgeons as a Region 4 councilor.
The Keystone Chapter of the American C
What does it take to be a successful investor? You need a variety of attributes, including patience, discipline and a long-term vision of what you want to achieve. But you also need to understand the role of risk in investing.
When investors think about
KULPMONT - Sisters Subs, 602 Spruce St., is now open for business.
Hours of operation are: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m; Sunday, closed.
The new eatery features a variety of subs, sand
As the economy recovers, you may find some new opportunities to expand your investment horizons. One such possibility may be your company's 401(k) matching contribution.
During the depths of the recession, many companies that had offered a 401(k) match r
Residents looking to relax, relieve stress, support recovery and relieve pain now have a new choice for massage therapy services. Jane Carroll, a certified massage therapist, has joined the staff of Central Penn Physical Therapy, and will provide massage
Lydia Boyer, of Northumberland, has been selected CAREGiver of the Year by the Home Instead Senior Care franchise office in Lewisburg, which serves seniors throughout the central Susquehanna River valley.
Boyer is recognized for commitment and service to
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