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Dec 25 2025BUSINESS

New Businesses Pop Up Across Central Pennsylvania in 2025

In 2025, central Pennsylvania saw a wave of new businesses opening their doors. From healthcare to retail, these new spots are changing the local scene. Let's dive into some of the most interesting additions. Healthcare got a boost with new clinics and hospitals. Oak Street Health opened a clinic i

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Dec 25 2025BUSINESS

A Cut Above: How a Phone Mix-Up Left a Barber Shop in a Lurch

In today's digital age, a simple phone number can make or break a business. This was the case for Lakeside Barbershop, a long-standing establishment that recently faced a significant setback due to a disconnected phone line. The issue began when the new owner, Kevin Rizer, took over the business in

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Dec 25 2025TECHNOLOGY

Nvidia and Groq: A $20 Billion Tech Swap

Nvidia is making a big move to boost its AI tech. They're not buying Groq, but they're paying a huge amount to use their technology. This deal is worth $20 billion. That's a lot more than what Groq was worth just a few months ago. Groq makes special chips for AI. These chips are really good at hand

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Dec 25 2025BUSINESS

Chinatown's Hidden Gem: A Strong Brew of Tradition and Resilience

In the heart of Chinatown, a small café named Hien: From Vietnam is making waves with its bold Vietnamese coffee. The name Hien means gentleness and integrity, values that owner Christmas Le brings to every cup. Le, who moved from Saigon to the U. S. in her late 20s, noticed a gap in the market. Mos

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Dec 25 2025CRIME

A Metro Detroit Moving Company Hit by Fraud

A former financial controller, Deborah Beaudoin, is in hot water for allegedly stealing over $215, 000 from Rose Moving and Storage. The fraud came to light in September 2023, when the Van Buren Township Police Department started looking into it. Homeland Security joined the investigation and found

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Dec 25 2025BUSINESS

Smart Moves for Small Businesses to Thrive in 2026

Small businesses today are finding success by focusing on what truly matters. They are not just chasing profits but building meaningful connections with their customers. Take Serenity Forge, for example. This game studio creates games that touch on deep emotions like grief and relationships. Their f

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Dec 25 2025LIFESTYLE

Top 5 Airlines Redefining Business Class Travel in 2025

Business class travel in 2025 is all about creating a personal, comfortable space in the sky. Airlines are going beyond just bigger seats, focusing on making the cabin a place where passengers can work, rest, and feel private. This is especially important for people who fly often, as they now have m

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Dec 25 2025BUSINESS

Tim Cook's Big Bet on Nike: What's the Deal?

Tim Cook, the boss of Apple, just put a lot of faith in Nike. He boosted his investment in the sportswear giant by almost double. This move came right after Nike's stock took a hit due to some not-so-great predictions for the future. Nike's stock has been on a rollercoaster. It's dropped over 20% s

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Dec 24 2025BUSINESS

BP's Big Move: Selling Castrol for Billions

BP, a major player in the oil industry, has made a significant decision to sell a large portion of its motor oil brand, Castrol. The buyer is a US investment company called Stonepeak, which is paying a huge sum of $6 billion for a 65% stake in Castrol. This deal values Castrol at $10. 1 billion, and

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Dec 24 2025BUSINESS

Boston's Business Leaders Unite Against Antisemitism

In a show of solidarity, numerous business leaders in Boston have come together to tackle antisemitism. This initiative follows the release of a comprehensive report by a state commission dedicated to combating antisemitism. The report, which was unveiled in early December, has sparked a wave of sup

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