Posts Tagged ‘chambersburg’
CONTEST LIGHTS UP CHAMBERSBURG AND RAISES FUNDS FOR ANIMAL SHELTER
The results are in! The Greater Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce proudly announces the winners of the 2025 “Deck the Town” holiday light display contest. This festive community event dazzled the public with 16 spectacular displays, offering a heartwarming way to celebrate the season while supporting the Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter. Participants and voters alike embraced…
Read MoreBeside the Point: HRG Designing Solutions that Strengthen Communities
Located in the heart of downtown Chambersburg, Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc. (HRG) is a 100% employee-owned, full-service civil engineering firm that is dedicated to helping communities thrive through thoughtful planning, innovative design, and responsible management of the places where we live, work, and play. For more than 60 years, HRG has partnered with public…
Read MoreBeside the Point: Mercy House of Chambersburg
Mercy House of Chambersburg has become a vital community resource since opening its doors in November 2023, providing compassionate end-of-life care to those who need it most. This residential home offers 24-hour care delivered by licensed and trained staff who are dedicated to ensuring comfort, dignity, and peace for patients during their final journey. In…
Read MoreSpring Street Amphitheater To Open with Three Days of Community Celebration
Downtown Chambersburg Inc. (DCI) is proud to announce the grand opening of the Spring Street Amphitheater, a new outdoor performance and community gathering space in the heart of downtown Chambersburg. The opening will be celebrated with three days of performances and festivities, running from Thursday, October 23 through Saturday, October 25, 2025. Located at 59…
Read MoreBusiness Improvement Microgrant for Downtown Businesses
Downtown Chambersburg Inc. (DCI) is now accepting Round 2 applications for the Business Improvement Microgrant Program, a funding opportunity designed to stimulate private business investment and strengthen the economic vitality of downtown Chambersburg. Applications are due by Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at 4 p.m. and must be submitted to the Downtown Chambersburg Inc. office at…
Read MoreStarr Insurance Team Donates $4,000 to Foundation through Erie Insurance Charity Challenge
The Greater Chambersburg Chamber Foundation is pleased to announce that it received a $4,000 donation in 2025 from the Starr Insurance team as part of the Erie Insurance Charity Challenge. This brings Starr Insurance’s total contributions over the past four years to an impressive $26,000 in support of the Foundation’s mission. The Erie Insurance Charity…
Read MoreWilson College to Host Spectacular Drone Light Show Celebrating 156 Years of Legacy & Community
On Saturday, October 18, 2025, Wilson College invites the Chambersburg community to a truly unforgettable celebration. As the College concludes its ambitious $16 million We Rise campaign and honors 156 years of history, the evening will culminate in a breathtaking drone light show—a modern, eco-friendly spectacle designed to pay tribute to our past, present, and…
Read MoreRecruitment and Retention Strategies to Consider
Recruitment and Retention Strategies to Consider When thinking of the strategies available to increase success recruiting and retaining employees, things like competitive compensation and a strong benefits package immediately come to mind. But there are other methods that companies can employ to assist in these efforts. Here are some additional moves an employer can make…
Read MoreBeside the Point: Boost Mobile by CPA Wireless
The success story of Boost Mobile by CPA Wireless reflects the power of vision and perseverance, embodying the entrepreneurial spirit that drives local businesses. It all began in 2013 with a modest store in Chambersburg, Pa., founded by Carlos Perez with a mission to impact communities and create opportunities for others. This humble beginning laid…
Read More39th Annual ChambersFest Kicks Off Community Events on July 12
Delicious food, family activities, ice cream, history and so much more is planned for the 39th Annual ChambersFest from July 12 to 19 in the greater Chambersburg area. The weeklong family-friendly festival will include a variety of fun community events including Restaurant Week, Scoop-a-Palooza, Tim & Susan Cook Memorial Race, Old Market Day, 1864: The…
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