Bartari to Host Fundraiser for Geisinger Janet Weis Children’s Hospital

Bartari will be hosting the 3rd Annual “Quarters for Kids” an Extra Life event, which benefits the Geisinger Janet Weis Children Hospital. The event will take place on Sunday, November 5th from 11 am. to 11 pm.

The fundraiser is looking for monetary donations, raffle items, and items from Child Life Donation Wish List. (See attached list below. These items have to be new.) All donations can be dropped off at Bartari, 101 Adams Ave. Scranton or at A.J Guzzi General Contractors, 9 Skyline Drive, Clark Summit. Any questions please call Carol Heim at (570) 498-2004.

Donation List

Pennsylvania SBDC Upcoming Programs

Upcoming Pennsylvania SBDC programs:

Keystone Edition Business with host Steve Stumbris, Director of Bucknell University SBDC: Walk Around Town – Monday, November 13 at 7PM on WVIA-TV

A walkability study recently made headlines in Scranton. Other downtowns are already making strides to improve how walkable they are.What impact does improving a community’s walkability and bikeability have? Keystone Edition Business: Walk Around Town Send us your questions – Call 1-833-408-9842 or email keystone@wvia.org Join live in studio – Register at wvia.org/events or watch live on WVIA-TV’s Facebook page. Monday, November 13 at 7PM on WVIA-TV.

Promo video https://youtu.be/5zbedG6LbCQ 

The Cost of Burn Out – Free webinar on Thursday, November 16

Register at: https://pasbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/30597

The Dime Bank Hosts Reality Fair with Honesdale High School

The Dime Bank is committed to bringing financial education to their communities. Recently, The Dime Bank teamed up with Honesdale High School to host an inaugural reality fair, aimed at enhancing students’ financial and life skills. The fair provided students with an interactive experience for making real world financial decisions and managing money.

President and Chief Executive Officer Pete Bochnovich stated, “The reality fair was a fun way for students to build financial knowledge and skills. The fair helped students experience what it is like to have a checking account, decide how to use their money, obtain a loan, manage expenses, and more. At The Dime Bank, we believe that financial education is a crucial part of personal development, and we are incredibly grateful to all who collaborated with us to make this program a success.”

UNC Farmers Markets Moved Indoors

United Neighborhood Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania (UNC) two weekly, year-round Farmers Markets in Carbondale and South Side of Scranton have moved to their indoor locations.

Information about both market is listed below:

  • Carbondale Farmers Market is located at the Fallbrook Senior Community Center at 185 Fallbrook Street in Carbondale. Carbondale Farmers Market is excited to welcome new vendors such as 3rd Kingdom Mushroom’s from Vandling, PA. 3rd Kingdom Mushroom’s provides fresh, high-quality gourmet mushrooms and sell seasonally varieties. Stop by to try dried mushrooms such as Reishi, Shiitake, Lion’s Mane, and more.
  • South Side Farmers Market is located at 509 Cedar Avenue in Scranton. South Side Farmers Market will continue to host vendors such as Fullers Overlook Farm, Quails-R-Us, George’s Farm, Bread Services, and many more. Try freshly brewed hot coffee from our new vendor Café Fresco or get something special from C’est Handmade.

United Neighborhood Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania Farmers Market offers customers that are SNAP/EDT recipients can make us part of their weekly shopping. SNAP/EBT recipients can receive Food Bucks to purchase additional fresh produce. Food Bucks are earned at the point of purchase. For every $4.00 spent, SNAP/EBT clients receive an additional $2.00 for produce. Individuals with SNAP/EDT benefits are encouraged to visit the UNC table during the markets operating hour to learn more about the program.

The Honesdale National Bank Announces Chief Technology Officer

Thomas E. Sheridan Jr., President and CEO of The Honesdale National Bank, announced Robert Hughes has joined HNB as Chief Technology Officer.

In making the statement, Sheridan noted, “I am very happy to have Rob rejoin our HNB Family.” He continued, “His experience in information technology systems will help us strengthen our commitment to broadening the security and depth of our systems that provide support to our customers.”

In his role as Chief Technology Officer, Hughes provides direct management over the institution’s information systems and technology functions; ensures system security; oversees networks and telecommunications as well as management of the information technology department.

Hughes began his career with HNB in 2016, as a Systems Analyst and was promoted to Assistant Vice President.  He gained additional industry insights during a stint at IBM as a Technical Lead prior to his return to the Bank.

In mentioning his role at HNB, Hughes noted, “At this point in my career, it has made me appreciative of the people that work in the HNB family.”

Hughes is a graduate of Scranton Preparatory High School and received a bachelor’s in business administration from La Salle University in 1999. Certifications include MCSA, MCSE, A+ and Net+.

In his spare time, he is a coach in the Abington Youth Basketball League, Abington Little League, and Abington Youth Soccer.

Outside of the Bank, Hughes enjoys golfing, spending time with his children and traveling to new places.

City of Scranton to Present $339,000 in Loan to Grant Awards

Scranton Mayor Paige G. Cognetti is announcing $339,000 in HUD (CDBG) funds for the development of three Scranton-based small businesses.

WHAT: Members of the media are invited to a press conference including Mayor Cognetti and multiple grant recipients.

WHEN: Friday, October 27, 2023, at 3 p.m.

WHERE: Mutant Brewing, 121 N. Washington Avenue, Scranton, PA 18503

WHY: New Scranton businesses applied for funding through the Loan to Grant Program through the City of Scranton’s Office of Economic and Community Development (OECD). After a thorough review, a group of three local businesses has been selected to receive grant funding. In the last three years, the City has awarded $989,000 in funds to Scranton businesses from the Loan to Grant Program.