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COAL TOWNSHIP - A simple exercise plan can help anyone fight the nation's obesity epidemic. David J. Hoffman used more than words to make that point at Tuesday's Brush Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce luncheon, held this month at Brewser's SportsGrill

As market continues slow climb, time for review of portfolios

It's been about a year since stock prices hit their low point during the long bear market. Since then, of course, we've seen a big rally, but some of the decisions you made when the market was at its lowest point may still be affecting your portfolio's p

CareerLink honors workforce specialist

SELINSGROVE - Vicky Sample, a workforce specialist employed by Central Susquehanna Opportunities, Inc. at the PA CareerLink Union/Snyder Counties was recently awarded the 2010 Indirect Provider of Major Support Services and Contributions to the Field of

Own bonds? Be prepared for rate hikes

If you own bonds, keep this in mind: Bond prices typically drop when interest rates rise. If rates were to escalate, then, and you own a sizeable amount of bonds, particularly long-term bonds, the value of your portfolio could show a noticeable decline.

Business Roundtable 2010: Health care reform. Panel: It's much needed, but current legislation won't help

Andy Heintzelman, moderator; editor of The News-Item: I've given you a little idea why we're here: the topic is health care. That's a broad topic, I know. And as I look around the room, there are a lot of elements of that industry represented here, and t

The Medicine Shoppe is committed to quality customer service

SHAMOKIN - For 18 1/2 years, The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy, 605 N. Shamokin St., has provided prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications and vitamins to residents of Shamokin, Coal Township, Kulpmont, Elysburg amd Trevorton. Owners Tom and Lisa Brad

Realty World's goals and dedication have not changed

MOUNT CARMEL - Make the right move. Realty World Molesevich & Associates is proud to celebrate its third anniversary in April. Realty World's goals and dedication have not changed. Its number one priority is still you, the client, whether you are looking

Assist Home Care Inc. has been serving the community since 2004

SHAMOKIN - Assist Home Care Inc. is a locally owned and family-operated durable medical equipment, supply and oxygen company. Assist Home Care carries a wide variety of home medical equipment and supplies, ranging from oxygen concentrators, gaseous and

Crystal Ann Creations is celebrating 20 years with a new look

ELYSBURG - Crystal Ann Creations is celebrating 20 years with a new look. Although much has changed, this family-operated business still prides itself on what remains the same - customer service and quality first. Located on Route 54 in Elysburg, the ext

Lincoln Towers continues to receive high marks for its level of resident services

SHAMOKIN - Lincoln Towers, located at the corner of Mulberry and Market streets, is committed to treating residents comfortably and with respect. Recognized for outstanding management by the National Affordable Housing Management Association, Lincoln Tow

H&R Block serve the community with a variety of unique products and services

Celebrating its 40th year of business in the area, the offices of H&R Block serve the community with a variety of unique products and services. With locations in Shamokin, Elysburg and Danville, the 50 tax professionals, receptionists and electronic retu

Now you have it - a place where you can purchase your meats and staples

COAL TOWNSHIP - Now you have it - a place where you can purchase your meats and staples, then head next door and pick up your alcoholic beverages for any occasion or for those special parties. Irish Isle Provision Company Inc. and Meat Market and Irish P

Attorney Nicholas T. Gard, J.D., L.L.M., who has more than 20 years of legal experience

MOUNT CARMEL - Attorney Nicholas T. Gard, J.D., L.L.M., who has more than 20 years of legal experience, has operated the Mount Carmel Branch office of Smoker Gard Associates LLP for more than 10 years. Gard earned his law degree at Ohio Northern Universi

TL Adams LLC has expanded its service options

RED CROSS - TL Adams LLC has expanded its service options with the purchase of a machine that handles those hard-to-clean parts of power equipment. The Herndon-area company, off Route 225 at Mandata Road in Red Cross, picked up the industrial ultrasonic

Downtown Medical Center, in operation for 24 years at the same location.

SHAMOKIN - Downtown Medical Center, 239 W. Commerce St., has been in operation for 24 years at the same location. During that time, the center has been providing affordable, high-quality, personalized medical care to area residents. New patients are bein

K&S Distributors, has the largest selection of General Electric and Hotpoint Appliances in the area.

COAL TOWNSHIP - K&S Distributors, Trevorton Road, has the largest selection of General Electric and Hotpoint Appliances in the area. K&S delivers, removes old appliances and sets up new ones. K&S installs dish washers, water heaters, garbage disposals, c

Sunbury Motors experienced one of its more interesting years in the 95th year of business

SUNBURY - Although 2009 was a turbulent year in the vehicle sales and manufacturing business, Sunbury Motors experienced one of its more interesting years in the 95th year of business, and also a successful one. "It's a different time since a year ago, b

Central Penn Physical Therapy, owned and operated by Dr. Mary Lazarski-Stout

Central Penn Physical Therapy, owned and operated by Dr. Mary Lazarski-Stout, PT, DPT, a doctor of physical therapy and direct access physical therapist, continues to bring concern, 32 years of clinical experience, modern equipment and excellent faciliti

A doctor's perspective Reform plan far too expensive; health care a benefit, not a right

Editor's note: The following question-and-answer session with Dr. Wayne Miller, Shamokin, was conducted as a follow-up to the Business Roundtable on health care. Q: Our panel concluded that, while there is definitely need for reform, the legislation as p

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A chronology of President Obama's efforts to overhaul health care: 2009 Feb. 24: In a speech to Congress, Obama says the "crushing cost" of health care is driving families and small businesses into bankruptcy and hobbling U.S. companies in global econom
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Police Blotter 03-15-10

1-vehicle crash SHAMOKIN TOWNSHIP - A Winfield woman escaped injury after losing control of her car on Route 61 just south of Holly Road Saturday, according to state police at Stonington. Dahnya N. Heim, 32, was heading north on Route 61 around 4:44 p.m.


 

Part of building collapses onto street in Shamokin

BY LARRY DEKLINSKI SHAMOKIN - A portion of a vacant commercial building collapsed onto a busy city street late Saturday morning. The collapse occurred around 11:30 a.m. when sheet metal, wood and bricks from 23 S. Market St. fell near the structure on M