Mechanicsburg-based West Shore Home has launched its first branch in Iowa.  The remodeling company operates 40 locations in 19 U.S. cities. Most recently, West Shore Home opened a tech center in Minnesota.  “Home remodeling can be a hassle, but West Shore Home is committed to providing the fastest, most convenient home remodeling services with our professional one-day installations,” President and CEO of West Shore Home B.J. Werzyn said in a statement. “Our new Des Moines branch will allow us to bring those services to hundreds of thousands of homeowners around Iowa’s capital city ..read more

Nine York City events and programs are receiving Welcoming Communities Grants from Downtown Inc.  According to a release, 2024 Welcoming Communities Grant recipients are “hosting community events or programs that contribute to creating a welcoming and connected community for all in York City through diversity, accessibility and cultural representation.” The Welcoming Communities Grants Program is administered by Downtown Inc. “This is the fifth year we’ve been able to fund and support applicants who are leading creative events and programs in our Downtown,” Director of Downtown Inc. Sara ..read more

WellSpan Health is expanding its reach with a new hospital in Shrewsbury, York County.  WellSpan Shrewsbury Hospital, located at 13515 Wolfe Road in New Freedom, will include an emergency department and 10 inpatient beds in a smaller, more accessible footprint than traditional hospitals, WellSpan said.  The hospital, projected to open in late 2025, is one of three new hospitals WellSpan is building over the next two years. WellSpan Health said the others are planned for Carlisle and Newberry Township.   “At WellSpan our focus on increasing access to high-quality care for all th ..read more

The Holy Hound Taproom is up for sale.  In conjunction with owner Scott Eden, TRUE Commercial Real Estate said it has put the restaurant and bar at 57 W. Market St., York, up for sale for $1.795 million.  TRUE Commercial Real Estate said after nearly 12 years of success and growth, Eden has decided to pass the torch and move on to his next endeavor.  Eden is looking for a new owner who will be a good steward of the business, continue to grow the brand, and will be an active contributor to the Downtown York community, the real estate firm said.   The sale is for the bu ..read more

Wilsbach Distributors in Harrisburg is one of seven applicants for the PA State Clean Diesel Grant program to be awarded a grant by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). Wilsbach Distributors was awarded $577,283 by the DEP to replace two diesel Class 7 beverage trucks with BEV trucks, including one Electric Vehicle charging station. In all, $2.9 million was awarded to seven applicants to the PA State Clean Diesel Grant program, which provides financial incentives and support for fleet owners and operators to reduce air pollution from their vehicle fleets. “Transporta ..read more

Lancaster-based Willow Valley Communities has been awarded “Best” designation in multiple categories by U.S. News & World Report in its third annual Best Senior Living ratings for 2024.  U.S. News & World Report recognized Willow Valley Communities for Best Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), Best Independent Living, and Best Assisted Living Community. It marks the second year Willow Valley Communities has earned all three important distinctions.  “At Willow Valley Communities, we’re focused on rethinking retirement. Just as we do, Willow Valley Communities resident ..read more

Mechanicsburg-based Pierson Computing Connection has announced a Recycling & Waste Reduction Friendly Initiative. The initiative is aimed at maximizing efficiency while minimizing environmental impact.  “At Pierson Computing Connection, caring for the planet is not just a goal, it is part of our DNA,” Pierson President, Owner and CEO Deb Pierson said in a statement. “Our Recycling & Waste Reduction Initiative exemplifies our dedication to environmental stewardship while simultaneously enhancing operational efficiency. We firmly believe that by proactively addressing sustainabilit ..read more

Lately, I’ve been feeling a twinge of nostalgia, perhaps because I’ve been sifting through old photos of my son, affectionately referred to as The Boy, to compile my yearly social media tribute marking his birthday. He turned 16 last week! We didn’t throw a grand celebration; in fact, it’s been six years since we last organized a party for him. While we always mark his birthday in some way, we haven’t gone all out since he reached the age of ten. Back then, we pulled out all the stops with a taco extravaganza for his fourth-grade class, followed by an evening at the Carlisle Sports Emporium a ..read more

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