Patriot Federal Credit Union held a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday at Butler’s Crossing in Inwood, West Virginia, for its newest branch location. The branch is expected to open in fall 2026
Most taxpayers assume that if they donate clothing and household goods to charity, keep a receipt, and list the items on their tax return, they’re covered. Not always. In one
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry announced more than $4.1 million in Schools-to-Work grant awards supporting 17 projects across the Commonwealth. The Manufacturers’ Association was awarded $250,000 to expand
Patriot Federal Credit Union recently highlighted Eric Foreman as part of its Meet-the-Team series. Foreman serves as Patriot’s Executive Vice President of Business Lending. In this role, he supports local
Downtown Chambersburg Inc. (DCI) has appointed Angie Allaire as executive director, effective March 2. A resident of Waynesboro and a Franklin County small business owner with her husband Tim Young,
Most taxpayers assume that dropping a tax return or payment into the mail on the due date is enough. After all, the long-standing rule is simple: “timely mailed, timely filed.”
At the Washington County Business Awards, Patriot Federal Credit Union presented the Large Nonprofit of the Year Award to Community Rescue Service, Inc. Community Rescue Service is a nonprofit Emergency
Patriot Federal Credit Union is warning consumers about “Toad Attacks,” a type of phone-based scam in which criminals impersonate trusted organizations to obtain personal or financial information. According to Patriot
The Shippensburg University Small Business Development Center is spotlighting alumna Jen Acuna as part of Shippensburg University’s 250th America the Entrepreneurial initiative. Acuna, a graduate of Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania,
Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc. (HRG) has promoted RJ Pale to senior quality lead in their transportation service group. In this role, Pale provides technical expertise and quality control reviews
Few tax terms trigger anxiety quite like “depreciation recapture.” The phrase alone is enough to make some taxpayers rethink perfectly legitimate deductions. A surprisingly common reaction? Choosing to claim zero
Saunders Tax & Accounting announces a community supply collection drive benefitting Camp Ezri, a local wilderness-based program serving at-risk children. The drive runs now through April 2026. Camp Ezri provides
Photo and information obtained from https://www.hagerstownmag.com/ The only thing constant, or so “they” say, is change. And like everything else, our annual readers’ poll has evolved. New categories, new winners—for
Vision Resources of Central Pennsylvania (VROCP) is excited to announce the premiere of the organization’s new fundraising concept: Vision Resources Passport Gala. Each event will feature a different Passport destination,
Patriot Federal Credit Union is recognizing Chief Experience Officer Jenna Kaczmarek as part of Random Acts of Kindness Week. Kaczmarek leads the teams and departments that work directly with members,
Tractor Supply Company (NASDAQ: TSCO), the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States, announced today a dynamic lineup of animal-focused events launching in February. From everyone’s favorite Chick Days
For rental property owners looking to grow their portfolios, few federal tax strategies are as powerful—or as misunderstood—as the Section 1031 exchange. At its core, a 1031 exchange allows real
Club updates include: Recent data indicates that 41% of people report being primarily focused on improving their physical health, with strength training continuing to emerge as a leading fitness priority
Patriot Federal Credit Union is offering a referral incentive for members who invite friends or family to join the credit union. Members who refer someone who opens a Patriot membership
Gettysburg’s Land of Little Horses will hold a live webcast auction later this month as the operation disperses animals, equipment, and other items. The auction, conducted by Larry Swartz Auctioneer,
Capital Area Employment 1st Coalition and Cumberland County Commissioners presented Business Champions Awards to local businesses recognized for hiring individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Cumberland County award recipients include:
Young professionals under 40 are invited to attend the upcoming Young Professionals Leadership Seminar, hosted by the Cumberland Valley Business Alliance (CVBA) on March 5. The conference is designed to
The Franklin County Department of Emergency Services has recognized Andrew as its February Employee Spotlight. Andrew was hired in October 2013 and is being recognized for his years of dedicated
A common question every tax season is: “I only wear this for work—can I deduct it?”For federal tax purposes, the answer is usually no. Under IRS rules, most work clothing
Parx Casino® Shippensburgcelebrates the highly anticipated debut of live table games after receiving approval from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB). The property will host a Grand Opening Weekend beginning Friday, February
F&M Trust has a rich history of delivering customized and innovative financial solutions to its community, positioned as a symbol of financial strength and stability in Central Pennsylvania for 120
Patriot Federal Credit Union has introduced Evana Giannini as its Community Engagement Specialist. In this role, Giannini is responsible for building connections between the credit union and the community. Her
The Chambersburg Area School District Workforce Development program is seeking local businesses to participate in work-based learning opportunities for students. Businesses can support students through internships and job shadowing experiences
Patriot Federal Credit Union announced its Zogo Winter Olympics financial education initiative, scheduled for the month of February. Patriot members receive free access to the Zogo mobile app, which provides
Patriot Federal Credit Union spent time last week with the Asian American Center of Frederick (AACF), a minority-led, community-based organization serving Frederick, Maryland. AACF provides a range of services, including
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) offers two of the most talked-about tax changes for working Americans: No Tax on Tips and No Tax on Overtime. These provisions can
F&M Trust is pleased to announce the following recent hires and promotions. Mark Hollar, Chief Financial Officer, has been promoted to Senior Executive Vice President. Hollar earned a bachelor’s degree
Ventura Foods, one of the world’s leading food manufacturing and innovation companies for foodservice and retail businesses, today announced the introduction of its refreshed brand identity. The update includes a
Patriot Federal Credit Union is warning members about fraudulent text messages currently circulating. According to the credit union, the messages may claim suspicious activity, such as large ATM withdrawals. Patriot
There’s an old saying in tax and accounting circles: “Nothing attracts attention like money that disappears from Uncle Sam’s books.” In 2025, the Internal Revenue Service’s Criminal Investigation division —
Patriot Federal Credit Union announced that all branch locations will be closed on Monday, January 26, due to snow. The credit union stated the closure is for safety reasons and
Parx Casino® Shippensburg is preparing for the highly anticipated debut of live table games, announcing official Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) test days on January 27 and January 28, 2026,
The Chambersburg Area School District Workforce Development program is seeking local businesses to participate in work-based learning opportunities for students. Businesses can support students through internships and job shadowing experiences
Patriot Federal Credit Union volunteers assisted Children In Need, Inc. on Tuesday by helping sort donated clothing at the nonprofit’s Washington County center. Children In Need recently reopened after a
