NEW OXFORD, PA — Community members and visitors are invited to discover a wonderful collection of one-of-a-kind, handcrafted treasures at the upcoming CKV Arts and Crafts Festival on Saturday, September 26, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Held at Harmony Ridge Community Center, Avenue of the Arts, 620 Harmony Drive, New Oxford, PA 17350, the event will showcase the creativity and craftsmanship of talented CKV artisans. Shoppers will have the opportunity to browse a diverse selection of unique handmade items,
Lancaster, Pa. – Hon. David L. Ashworth (Ret.), counsel at Barley Snyder and former president judge of the Lancaster County Court of Common Pleas, recently testified before the Pennsylvania House Minority Policy Committee during a public hearing examining the ongoing uncertainty surrounding sentencing guidelines for second-degree murder in Pennsylvania. Drawing on 26 years of judicial experience on the Lancaster County Court of Common Pleas, including service as president judge from 2020 through
Hanover, PA — Main Street Hanover is pleased to announce the launch of its 2026–2027 Downtown Façade Grant Program, a new matching reimbursement program designed to help commercial property owners and business tenants make exterior improvements that strengthen the appearance, character, and vitality of downtown Hanover.Made possible through funding from the York County Community Foundation, the program will provide eligible applicants with up to $5,000 per commercial property, per project, with a
Leading accounting and advisory firm, Brown Plus, is thrilled to announce that Devin Brown, CPA, MBA, Audit Senior Manager, was recently named as one of Central Penn Business Journal ’s (CPBJ) 2026 Forty Under 40 award recipients. Devin and the other honorees will be recognized at an awards event on Monday, October 26, at the Hilton Harrisburg. “Devin’s recognition as a Forty Under 40 honoree is a well-deserved reflection of the leadership, dedication and impact he brings to everything he does,” said
Reading, Pa. – Barley Snyder is proud to announce that partner Paul F. Troisi has been selected as a 2026 Leaders in Law Honoree by Lehigh Valley Business (LVB). The LVB Leaders in Law awards recognize legal professionals who demonstrate outstanding leadership, professional achievement and dedication to their communities. Honorees are selected for their impact on the legal profession as well as their commitment to mentorship, service and civic engagement. Troisi is a partner in Barley Snyder’s
HANOVER, PA (September 16, 2026) – YWCA Hanover, a nonprofit focused on empowering women and strengthening families, is hosting its 7th annual EMERGE conference on October 9th, 2026, at its headquarters in Hanover, PA. The EMERGE conference is a one-day professional and personal development event for women. It begins at 8:15 AM with breakfast and concludes at 4:30 PM with a fun, silent disco. Throughout the day, local women and community leaders will share their inspiring stories, ranging from health and
Hanover, PA — As Main Street Hanover prepares to welcome new leadership to its Board of Directors this fall, the organization is taking a moment to recognize one of its many dedicated volunteers: Mindy Crawford, who has served Main Street Hanover in various volunteer capacities since 2015, including as Board Chairperson.Crawford’s term as Board Chairperson concludes in September 2026, marking an opportunity for Main Street Hanover to reflect on her nearly 12 years of involvement with the organization and
PITTSBURGH, Sept. 21, 2026 —UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh has been named to the prestigious U.S. News & World Report Best Children's Hospitals Honor Roll for 2026-2027, earning a place among the nation's top 10 pediatric hospitals. UPMC Children's is now tied for the No. 1 rank in Pennsylvania and tied for No. 1 in the Mid-Atlantic Region, also earning national rankings in all 11 pediatric specialties that are evaluated by U.S. News & World Report. The annual rankings recognize hospitals
Leading regional accounting and advisory firm, Brown Plus, is thrilled to have been ranked the #2 Best Accounting Firm to Work Forin the mid-sized category in 2026 by Accounting Today. The Best Accounting Firms to Work For survey and awards program is designed to identify, recognize and honor the nation’s best employers within the public accounting profession, benefiting the nation’s economy, workforce and businesses. The annual list is made up of 100 accounting firms across the United
Harrisburg, Pa (Sept. 16, 2026) — UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing at UPMC Harrisburg is proud to announce the expansion of its program to include a 32-month part-time diploma program for registered nurses (RNs). Applications are open now through Oct. 1 for the new program, which will begin classes in January 2027. The part-time, evening-only, weekday program provides the flexibility to balance nursing education with full-time employment, family caregiving, and other personal responsibilities. Since the
York, Pa. – Barley Snyder partner Michael J. Crocenzi has been named a "Lawyer of the Year" by The Best Lawyers in America® in its 2027 edition, earning the publication's highest distinction for Employment Law – Management in the Harrisburg metropolitan area. The "Lawyer of the Year" accolades are reserved for one individual per practice area in each metropolitan region, based on the highest aggregate peer feedback. This designation represents a rare and distinguished honor. This marks Crocenzi's
Lancaster, Pa. – Barley Snyder is pleased to announce that partner Lindsey M. Cook has been named to the Central Penn Business Journal's 2026 Forty Under 40 list. The CPBJ Forty Under 40 awards recognize emerging leaders throughout Central Pennsylvania who have demonstrated professional excellence, leadership and a strong commitment to community service. Honorees are selected based on their career accomplishments and meaningful contributions to the communities they serve. "I am honored to be
Cory Cuffley, QKC®, QKA®, CFP®, CPA, Member of the Firm at SEK, CPAs & Advisors, has been selected as a Forty Under 40 recepient for 2026 by Central Penn Business Journal. Forty Under 40 recognizes professionals 39 years of age and younger who have been successful in Central Pennsylvania. Honorees were selected by a panel of previous winners and the Central Penn Business Journal leadership team based on professional accomplishments, community service, and commitment to inspiring change. Cory is a
Harrisburg, Pa. – Barley Snyder partner Thomas J. Nehilla has been named a "Lawyer of the Year" by The Best Lawyers in America®in its 2027 edition, earning the publication's highest distinction for Real Estate Law in the Harrisburg metropolitan area. Best Lawyers continues its longstanding tradition of honoring the country's most accomplished legal professionals. The highly selective "Lawyer of the Year" recognition is awarded to the attorney who receives the highest overall peer-review rating in a
Hanover, PA, September 10, 2026— Homewood Living Plum Creek is pleased to announce the appointment of Zachary Luman as the community’s new Director of Sales and Marketing. Zach brings valuable experience in sales, marketing, and operations, along with a passion for helping seniors and their families navigate some of life’s most important decisions. A native of York County, Zach is a graduate of Dallastown High School and earned his bachelor's degree from Messiah College before completing his master's
Central Penn Business Journal and Lehigh Valley Business have named SEK, CPA & Advisors as one of the Best Places to Work in PA for 2026 in the medium employer category. The awards are held in partnership with Best Companies Group. Best Places to Work in PA identifies, recognizes and honors the best places of employment in Pennsylvania in three categories: small employer (15-99 employees), medium employer (100-249) and large employer (250 or more). To be considered, companies must be a publicly or
Reading, Pa. - Barley Snyder is pleased to announce that attorney Hyo Jin (Jinnie) Lee has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Literacy Council of Reading-Berks. The Literacy Council of Reading-Berks is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing adult literacy and education through programs such as literacy instruction, English as a Second Language classes, GED preparation and workforce development training. Since 1968, the organization has helped Berks County residents build the
HARRISBURG, PA. (September 10, 2026) – Five UPMC hospitals in central Pennsylvania have received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2026. UPMC Carlisle, UPMC Hanover, UPMC Harrisburg, UPMC Memorial and UPMC West Shore are among only 350 hospitals nationwide to receive the honor. “Being recognized among the nation's top-performing hospitals underscores UPMC’s dedication to achieving the best possible outcomes for our heart
Lancaster, Pa. – Barley Snyder partner John T. Reed has been named a "Lawyer of the Year" by The Best Lawyers in America® in its 2027 edition. Reed was designated the "Lawyer of the Year" in Closely Held Companies and Family Business Law in the Harrisburg metropolitan area. The “Lawyer of the Year” (LOTY) designation is awarded to the attorney receiving the highest overall peer-review rating in a specific practice area and geographic region, making it a prestigious honor. This marks Reed's third LOTY
YORK, Pa. (Sept. 8, 2026) – WellSpan Health has promoted Dr. David Gasperack to senior vice president, WellSpan Health, and chief medical officer, WellSpan Medical Group, effective Sept. 6. In this role, Gasperack will provide physician leadership for WellSpan Medical Group, partnering with clinical and operational leaders to advance quality, safety and physician engagement. His appointment follows more than two decades of service to WellSpan as a family physician and physician executive. Over the course
Hanover, PA — Main Street Hanover is excited to announce the Second Annual Oktoberfest, returning to Downtown Hanover on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. as part of September’s 2nd Saturday celebration.Following the success of last year’s inaugural celebration, this year’s Oktoberfest promises an even bigger and more festive experience featuring German-inspired food, live music, local craft beverages, family-friendly activities, and plenty of opportunities to explore Downtown
HARRISBURG, PA. (Aug. 31, 2026) – UPMC Harrisburg has been awarded the prestigious ELSO Gold Center of Excellence designation for 2027. The Award from the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO) recognizes hospitals and medical centers around the world that demonstrate exceptional commitment to evidence-based processes and quality measures, staff training and continuing education, patient satisfaction and ongoing clinical care in the use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). “This
Hanover, PA — Main Street Hanover is excited to announce the launch of a new interactive downtown map, designed to make exploring Hanover easier, more engaging, and more accessible for residents and visitors alike.The new digital map allows users to virtually explore downtown Hanover before they even arrive. Visitors can click on individual businesses and destinations to learn more, view images and videos of their locations, and discover everything downtown has to offer, all from a desktop computer or
HANOVER, Pa., August 25, 2026 – VNA of Hanover & Spring Grove Hospice, a program of the VNA of Hanover & Spring Grove, has been recognized by Strategic Healthcare Programs (SHP) as a “Superior Performer” for achieving an overall caregiver and family experience score that ranked in the top 20% of all eligible SHP clients for the 2025 calendar year. ADDITIONAL BEST-OF-THE-BEST RECOGNITION: SHP also highlighted VNA of Hanover & Spring Grove Hospice in its 2025 CAHPS Hospice Best-of-the-Best “Consistent
Malvern, Pa. – Barley Snyder is pleased to announce that four of its attorneys have been named to Main Line Today's 2026 Top Lawyers List, a distinction recognizing outstanding legal professionals across the Greater Philadelphia region. Main Line Today's annual Top Lawyers List highlights outstanding attorneys from the Main Line and Philadelphia’s western suburbs in 26 practice areas. Attorneys are nominated through peer balloting, then vetted through the publication’s editorial process. Only lawyers
Lancaster, Pa. – Barley Snyder is proud to announce that partner Reilly S. Noetzel has been named chair of the firm’s Real Estate Practice Group. Noetzel previously served as vice chair of the group and brings extensive experience representing clients across a broad range of real estate, land use and development matters. As chair, Noetzel will lead one of the firm’s largest and most comprehensive practice groups, comprised of a deep bench of attorneys advising clients at every stage of the real estate