Barley Snyder Named to Central Penn Business Journal's Best Legacy Businesses List
Lancaster, Pa. – Barley Snyder is proud to announce its inclusion in the Central Penn Business Journal’s inaugural “Best Legacy Businesses” list. The “Best Legacy Businesses” list honors companies that have demonstrated continued success, adaptability, and resilience throughout changing economic and technological landscapes. Honorees were nominated and then selected by the CPBJ editorial team. To be eligible, businesses must have been in operation for at least 25 years, have a minimum of four
Spring into Action – Prevent Warm Weather Orthopaedic Injuries
Anna Muzio, DO, orthopaedic surgeon, UPMC Orthopaedic Care With the arrival of spring, activities like baseball, tennis, golf and gardening become part of our daily lives, in addition to responsibilities like lawn mowing and other home maintenance projects. While it’s tempting to rush out into the warm weather and get started, make sure you’re following proper safety precautions to protect yourself during these activities. Mow the lawn, not your hands During the spring, orthopaedic and trauma surgeons
HANOVER AREA YMCA ANNOUNCES CONTRUCTION OF YMCA DOG PARK
(Hanover, PA) The Hanover Area YMCA announced today construction of the YMCA Dog Park, on the grounds of its George Street location. The Dog Park will be located in the field directly adjacent to the parking lot along George Street and will be available to all Hanover Area Y members and residents of Hanover for an annual membership fee. Construction is slated to begin late spring with the grand opening tentatively scheduled for mid-late summer. “Since 1967, the Hanover Area YMCA has provided the Hanover
Barley Snyder Partner Jeff Lobach and Cindy Lobach Honored with Penn-Mar Human Services 2025 Distinguished Humanitarian Award
York, Pa. – Barley Snyder Partner Jeff Lobach and his wife Cindy were honored with the 2025 Distinguished Humanitarian Award at Penn-Mar’s 33rd Annual Gala Fundraiser on March 1 in Owings Mills, Maryland. The event raised over $572,000 to support Penn-Mar’s charitable mission of empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. About Penn-Mar Human Services Penn-Mar Human Services is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental
UPMC Harrisburg Kicks Off Donate Life Month with Flag-Raising Ceremony
HARRISBURG, Pa., April 4, 2025 - UPMC Harrisburg kicked off Donate Life Month, which is observed annually in April, with a flag-raising event at UPMC Harrisburg today. The event honors deceased and living donors, celebrates the lives they've saved, and creates awareness of the importance of registering to be a donor. This year, the theme for National Donate Life Month is, “let life sing!” Birds are known across many cultures as one of the most welcomed and visible signs of spring. They represent both
Hanover Country Club Announces Grand Opening of Newly Renovated Heated Pool and Splash Pad
Hanover, PA – May 2025 – Hanover Country Club is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its newly renovated, heated pool and splash pad area just in time for Memorial Day weekend 2025. After months of extensive upgrades, the club is excited to welcome members and their families to enjoy a modernized, resort-style pool experience designed for relaxation and fun. “Our goal was to create a family-friendly space that enhances the member experience at Hanover Country Club,” said Chris Hodson, General Manager
YWCA HANOVER ANNOUNCES EXCITING $11.8 MILLION CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
[HANOVER, PA, April 2025]—YWCA Hanover announces the launch of its transformative $11.8 million capital campaign aimed at expanding and enhancing its facilities to better serve the growing needs of the Hanover community. “The campaign has already gained significant momentum during its quiet phase, reaching $10 million, but we still have more to raise to meet our goal,” said Chief Executive Officer Jody Shaffer. “The campaign funds several initiatives including the construction of a Children’s Learning
SEK Named Best Accounting/Tax Firm in the Tristate
SEK, CPAs & Advisors has been recognized as Best Accounting/Tax Firm in the Tristate for 2025 by VerStandig Media. VerStandig Media (104.7 WAYZ, 92.1 The Goat, 101.5 Bob, and The Line 100.9 FM/1380 AM) listeners were invited to nominate who they believe are the best of the best in the Tristate, comprised of Pennsylvania, Maryland, and West Virginia. Other professional service categories included financial planner, insurance agency, law firm, and more. Thousands of listeners voted, and SEK
UPMC Harrisburg to Host Flag Raising Event to Encourage Community and Kick Off Donate Life Month
What: UPMC will recognize and honor those who made a difference in the lives of others by being organ donors with a special flag raising ceremony held at UPMC Harrisburg Hospital. National Donate Life Month honors and celebrates our organ donors, transplant recipients, those awaiting the gift of life, our patients’ families, and our transplant clinical care teams. This year, the theme for National Donate Life Month is, "let life sing"! When: Friday, April 4, 11 a.m. Where: UPMC Harrisburg, 111 S. Front
UPMC Empowering Wellness through Women’s Cancer Survivorship Conference
HARRISBURG, PA., April 1, 2025 — UPMC Magee-Womens and UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Central Pa. with the support of UPMC Pinnacle Foundation, hosted the Women’s Cancer Survivorship Conference on March 29 at the Penn Harris Hotel Convention Center. Dedicated to empowering women living with cancer, the comprehensive one-day event focused on wellness and was attended by more than 150 participants. “We recognize that each cancer journey is unique and there can be many post treatment impacts that need
Borough of Hanover to Hold Public Informational Meeting: TURNING WASTE INTO RESILIENCE, RENEWAL, AND REVENUE
The Hanover Borough Stormwater Authority will hold a special public informational meeting on April 8, 2025, at 6:00PM in the Borough Council Chambers, at 44 Frederick Street (lower level), to share details on an exciting new project: Cleaner Water. Greener Streets. Stronger Communities. TURNING WASTE INTO RESILIENCE, RENEWAL, AND REVENUE This meeting will introduce a forward-thinking approach that uses advanced technology, funded through a community public-private partnership, to turn local waste into
Barley Snyder Welcomes Attorney Sarah Doyle to York Office
York, Pa. – Barley Snyder is pleased to announce that attorney Sarah L. Doyle has joined the firm in its York office as the newest member of the firm’s Employment and Litigation practice groups. Doyle brings extensive experience in employment law and litigation, representing both private and public sector clients. She provides a broad array of legal services, from advising employers on complex personnel matters and crafting workplace policies to handling collective bargaining issues. Additionally, Doyle
Barley Snyder Managing Partner Jennifer Craighead Carey Named to CPBJ Power 100 List
Barley Snyder managing partner and CEO Jennifer Craighead Carey has been named to the Central Penn Business Journal’s (CPBJ) 2025 Power 100 List.The Power 100 List, compiled annually by the CPBJ editorial team, honors individuals who have demonstrated exceptional influence across various sectors, including law, finance, education, government, healthcare, business and nonprofits. They are the key influencers shaping the growth and success of our communities throughout Central Pennsylvania, both in visible
Dawg Gone Bees Hosts Earth Day ''Buy-Back'' Event – Buzzing for a Better World!ews Release: 3/31/2025
Dawg Gone Bees is excited to announce its upcoming "Buy-Back" Event in celebration of Earth Day! Join us on Saturday, April 26th at our Hanover and Gettysburg locations for a day of eco-friendly fun and a chance to win a sweet prize. While we are not open on Earth Day, we’re encouraging our community to come together on April 26th to help reduce waste by returning clean honey and fruit spread jars. For every jar returned, participants will receive an entry into a drawing for a Dawg Gone Bees Gift Basket
Summary of Borough Council Actions & Announcements
The following are the highlights of the Borough Council’s meeting held on March 26, 2025. Supporting documents on most items of Council business are available on the Borough website (www.HanoverBoroughPA.gov) under “Agenda and Minutes”. BOROUGH COUNCIL ACTIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS: PLANNING COMMISSION VACANCIES: Approval was granted to appoint John Contestabile to the Planning Commission to fulfill an unexpired term until 12/31/26 and Anne Baker to the same to fulfill an unexpired term until
Explore York is Celebrating 60 Years of Tourism Excellence in 2025
Explore York is Celebrating 60 Years of Tourism Excellence in 2025 YORK, PA – The York County Convention & Visitors Bureau, doing business as Explore York, is excited to announce its 60th anniversary in April 2025. Founded in 1965 as “The Colonial York Tourist Bureau,” Explore York has played a pivotal role as the official tourist promotion agency and destination marketing organization for York County, PA. For more than five decades, their work has established York County as a premier travel and
SEK Named a 2025 Regional Leader by Accounting Today
SEK, CPAs & Advisors has been named a 2025 Regional Leader by Accounting Today, ranking #9 among the top 20 firms in the Capital Region. The annual recognition highlights the most successful public accounting firms nationwide based on revenue and growth. Accounting Today is a leading publication in the accounting industry, providing valuable insights, benchmarking data, and strategies from top-performing firms. Their annual Top 100 and Regional Leaders list serves as a key resource for firms striving for
Hoffman Homes Earns Outstanding Rating from Charity Navigator
Hoffman Homes is proud to announce that it has received an impressive 96 percent rating from Charity Navigator for the most recent fiscal year, FY 2023. This outstanding score reflects the organization’s strong financial health, operational efficiency, and commitment to governance and transparency. Charity Navigator evaluates charities across key performance indicators, including financial efficiency, sustainability, and trustworthiness, as well as adherence to best practices in governance and
The Economy, Tariffs and Trade are Topics at Annual Manufacturing Economic Forecast
The Manufacturers’ Association and the World Trade Center Harrisburg have joined forces to co-sponsor the 2025 Manufacturing Economic Forecast and Tariff Strategies event on March 19th at the Manufacturers’ Association Center of Excellence for Apprenticeship and Training, 3405 Board Road, in York. The yearly economic forecast outlines current economic trends in manufacturing with a focus this year on economic indicators, interest rates and tax and trade policy. The event is designed for business owners,
Barley Snyder Attorney Emily Watkins Appointed to Lancaster County Community Foundation Board of Dir
Barley Snyder is pleased to announce that attorney Emily C. Watkins has been appointed to the Lancaster County Community Foundation’s Board of Directors.The Lancaster County Community Foundation (LCCF) is a nonprofit organization that has been dedicated to investing in the future of Lancaster County and its residents for nearly a century. Through grants, scholarships, and collaborative initiatives, the LCCF supports causes such as education, healthcare, the arts, social services, and community development.
TREYSTA technology management Ranked on Channel Futures 2024 MSP 501—Tech Industry’s Most Prestigious List of Managed Service Providers Worldwide
TREYSTA technology management Ranked on Channel Futures 2024 MSP 501—Tech Industry’s Most Prestigious List of Managed Service Providers Worldwide Annual Channel Futures MSP 501 Identifies Best of the Best in the Managed Services Industry July 1, 2024: For the sixth consecutive year, TREYSTA technology management has been named as one of the world’s top-performing managed service providers in the prestigious 2024 Channel Futures MSP 501 rankings. The Channel Futures MSP 501 list, a technology industry
Secure Your Venture: Crafting a Resilient Financial Blueprint for Your Small Business
In the intricate dance of business management, establishing a robust financial safety net is akin to perfecting your steps to a harmonious rhythm. Every facet, from using PDFs to manage business documents to collaborating with financial experts, plays a pivotal role in maintaining your business's fiscal health and propelling it toward sustained growth. Here is a step-by-step approach to weaving a strong financial fabric that not only cushions your business against uncertainties but also positions it for
Leveraging Data Analysis to Amplify Business Expansion
Data analytics stands as an essential instrument for business growth and sustainability. This article looks into the myriad ways in which businesses can exploit data analytics to excel in areas like customer retention, website optimization, continuous learning, and more. Through practical insights, we explore how data analytics can be a linchpin in shaping effective business strategies across the board. Elevating Web Presence Through Data Data is invaluable in making informed decisions for web