Red's Plants Sustainability
by Pursuing Passion
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Having worked for others in the construction field for many years, Noah English desired a career that would highlight his talents, passion, and personality. Having a strong interest in plants, he worked hard to achieve an associates degree in ‘horticulture science’, with a specialty in plant production from Pennsylvania College of Technology, and graduated with high honors.
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With this knowledge, Noah went on to work for a local tree care company for two years before deciding to strike out on his own and start his own company. He always firmly believed that he had the talent, knowledge, and passion to build his own business. In April of 2019, Noah opened ‘Red’s Plant Health Care LLC’, a company focused on the sustainability and longevity of plants.
Red's Plant Health Care, based out of Bloomsburg, PA, works very closely with the Danville community and many other towns in the surrounding area. "Danville is a special town with lots of opportunity and a community that supports small business," says Noah.
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SERVICES INCLUDE:
- Tree pruning and removal
- Pest and fungus management (PA licensed pesticide and herbicide applicator)
- Ornamental plant pruning, removal, and transplanting
- Plant identification
- Stump grinding
- Pruning and gardening lessons
- Consultation
- Landscaping
- Soil testing and amendment
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With a holistic approach to caring for plants, Red's Plant Health Care is unique in that Noah and his crew's talents are multi-faceted and they put the health of the plant and the homeowner’s property first. They have the ability to diagnose plant problems accurately and treat them appropriately, as opposed to taking the quickest and easiest solution. Each job is treated with attention, respect, and care.
Red’s Plant Health Care aims to serve others who are passionate about the health of one's plants and property. "A home’s well-maintained landscape adds interest to the property, and understanding the potential of one’s plants can help to greatly increase the value of a house."
Red’s Plant Health Care will treat your property and plants professionally, always considering what’s best for the plant and homeowner.
Noah is an active member of the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) and a new member of the Danville Business Alliance.
As always we are thrilled to have yet another member join our organization! Welcome, Red's Plant Health Care!
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Red's Plant Health Care
Body Balance
Java Momma
Twice as Dear
Brass Key Marketing
Old City Bagel Co.
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Would you like a chance to win
a brand new 2021 Chevy Equinox?
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We will be hosting a community event at the DACC on November 15th from 12PM-4PM where we will be raffling off a BRAND NEW 2021 Chevrolet Equinox!! Yes, you read that correctly...
Raffle tickets are for sale for ONLY $100 & ONLY 750 tickets will be available!!
There will be 3 prizes that you could win:
Grand Prize : 2021 Chevy Equinox LT AWD valued at over $32,000!!
**tax and fees will be covered by Hawkins Chevrolet.
2nd Prize : $1,000 CASH!
3rd Prize : $250 Wallet Full Of local Gift Cards
Drawing will take place at the DACC on November 15th at 3PM. You do not need to be present to win, but we hope you’ll join us and stop by to see all the DACC has to offer our community!
Tickets are now available & will go super fast! Pick up your raffle tickets at the Danville Business Alliance office, Hawkins Chevrolet or at the DACC!!
You could win a brand new vehicle & only spend $100!!!
Let's #BACKTHEDACC! Stop by Hawkins to take a look at the Equinox and their other auto/truck selections. Proceeds benefit the Danville Area Community Center.
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APPLY TODAY - Montour County
COVID-19 Relief Block Grant Program
(Small Business - ROUND #2)
Deadline: October 14, 2020
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Small businesses are encouraged to apply for the Montour County Small Business & Tourism Grant administered by the Montour County Commissioners, which will provide funds to qualifying businesses.
About the Grant
It is the intent of the Montour County Commissioner’s Small Business/Tourism Grant to provide qualifying businesses a grant equal to five months of the business’ fixed cost budget. A statutory clause states that “priority” is to be given to businesses that did not receive a loan or grant through the Federal Paycheck Protection Program or the Economic Disaster Loan Program. Therefore, those business’ fixed cost calculation will be adjusted upward by 5%.
The County Commissioners have set aside a fund of $600,000 for this grant program. If sufficient funds are not available to fully fund the intended target, all qualifying businesses will receive a pro-rata share of the $600,000 set aside amount. For purposes of this grant, “fixed cost” is defined as base costs involved in operating the business and will consist of:
- Rental lease/mortgage payments
- Property and liability insurance costs
- Property taxes (if paid by the business)
- Utilities to operate the business facility
- Lost inventory due to the COVID-19 emergency
Qualifications
Who is eligible?
- Any for-profit businesses or individuals doing business as businesses with base location in Montour County, PA
- One Owner per business may apply
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Businesses who applied and/or received grant funding through Grant Round #1 in August 2020 are eligible to apply again in Grant Round #2. Returning applicants must submit a new application for Grant Round #2.
Approval Requirements:
- Must be in business by March 1, 2019 and still in business on July 1, 2020
- Must intend to stay in business through at least July 1, 2021
- Total employees less than 100 OR an entity primarily engaged in the Tourism industry
- Business must be based in Montour County, PA
- Net Profit in March 1 - June 30, 2020 window must be less than Net Profit in March 1 - June 30, 2019 window, OR, Net Profit in July 1 - September 30, 2020 window must be less than Net Profit in July 1 - September 30, 2019 window
- Must not owe federal, state or local taxes
- Must not be subject to criminal justice process as per the question in the application
Required Documentation:
- Most recently filed federal tax return
- Entity documents including DBA or FBN certificate and proof of ownership
- Business License (if sole proprietor)
- Government Issued ID
- Evidence of fixed costs including: mortgage/rent/lease payments, utility costs, license fees, property tax bills, property and liability insurance bills, attest to any inventory lost
Grant applications must be completed and submitted through the Foundation's grant website. The deadline to apply is WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2020 at 11:59pm, online. For questions about the online grant application, contact Christine Orlando, CSCF Senior Program Officer at corlando@csgiving.org or 570-752-3930 ext. 2.
*GRANT PROGRAM GUIDELINES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
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D's Clothier $15 Smartwool Sock Sale
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Friday, October 9th.
$15 Friday is back for the 11th year.
D's Clothier will have extended hours
from 9am-8pm.
Don’t miss out, it only happens once a year!
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United Way Day of Giving Launch Party!
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10.20.20 is a unique, 24-hour virtual Day of Giving to celebrate the good work the United Way of Columbia & Montour Counties and Partner Agencies are doing in our community.
Live Streams, special guests, giveaways,
& so much more!
On Monday, 10.19.20 at 6:00 pm, they go LIVE on their event page with special guests, Dr. Shavonne Shorter, United Way Board Chair, and UWCMC President and CEO, Adrienne Mael. Learn “What the heck does United Way do with your donation” and hear Brian Gallagher, President and CEO of United Way Worldwide, share his story of what inspired him to go into social work.
With fun giveaways and surprise guests,
we know this virtual kick-off event is not to be missed!
We hope to see you there.
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coronArt
by artist Chet Davis, Danville Area Arts Member
An exhibit of visual manifestations of the artist's concerns
for enduring these troubled times.
October 5 through November 14
Viewable from front Window Gallery of the Danville Business Alliance
620 Mill Street, Danville, PA 17821
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Hunting Season Trail Closures / Appeal for
Park and Trail User Courtesy
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The Montour Area Recreation Commission (MARC) reminds outdoor recreation enthusiasts in and around Montour County that archery season for deer opened Saturday, October 3. The number of individuals enjoying time outdoors in our area will increase steadily in coming weeks, culminating in late November and early December during the regular firearms seasons for deer. Unfortunately, with the increased usage of outdoor recreational sites comes an increase in the potential for dangerous interactions.
Though hunting is not allowed within the boundaries of the Montour Preserve, the Hess Recreation Area, or the North Branch Canal Trail, hunting is allowed at the Hopewell Park / Danville Borough Farm Trail System (for those with Pennsylvania hunting licenses and special hunting permits from Danville Borough) and does occur on adjacent private lands around all sites. MARC encourages those spending time outdoors in coming months to always remain alert to their surroundings and wear brightly colored clothing. MARC also encourages visitors to place a brightly colored vest on pets (where allowed) and keep pets on leash and close at hand at all times.
In order to reduce the potential for dangerous interactions between various user groups at MARC-managed sites, MARC will be posting the following trail closures this week:
North Branch Canal Trail closures:
Thursday, October 22 – Saturday, October 24
Saturday, November 28 – Saturday, December 12
Hopewell Park / Danville Borough Farm Trail System closures:
Saturday, October 3
Saturday, October 10
Saturday, October 17 – Saturday, October 24
Saturday, October 31
Saturday, November 7
Saturday, November 14
Sunday, November 15
Saturday, November 21
Saturday, November 28 – Saturday, December 12
No trail or facility closures are planned at the Montour Preserve or the Hess Recreation Area.
MARC asks that all park and trail visitors abide by posted closures and consider visiting other sites as needed. A complete inventory of outdoor recreational opportunities in Montour and Columbia Counties can be found on MARC’s website at https://montourrec.com/parks-trails-in-montour-county/.
Because of the increased number of user conflicts reported last fall at the site, trail closures at the Hopewell Park / Danville Borough Farm Trail System will be enforced by MARC, Danville Borough, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, and local law enforcement agencies. Site visitors are advised that increased enforcement is planned, including the use of trail cameras, and persons found to be entering the site on closed dates without a valid Danville Borough hunting permit and Pennsylvania hunting license will be subject to defiant trespassing and other possible charges.
MARC and its many volunteers and partner organizations work hard to provide safe, free, family-friendly outdoor recreational opportunities in and around Montour County, but the cooperation and good behavior of park and trail visitors is essential. MARC staff have experienced a significant increase in confrontational behavior by visitors this year and it is anticipated that such behaviors may continue or increase in coming weeks and months as the COVID-19 pandemic, political tensions, and other concerns intensify an already stressful time. For the health and safety of all users to MARC-managed properties, including MARC’s staff, MARC asks that park and trail visitors abide by all posted closures and usage restrictions and do their part to help make our community a safe and healthy place to live, work, and play.
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The first option will be the Chamber broadcast, which will be held via Zoom on Thursday, October 29th from 9:00 am-noon. This will include opening and closing remarks and discussion between the three speakers, presented by the Women's Giving Circle of the Central Susquehanna Community Foundation. The speakers for the broadcast are Abby Wambach, Stephanie Mehta, and Randi Zuckerberg.
The second option will be for members to purchase a Watch Party. Members can purchase a party for use with their internal teams on a date to be scheduled between November 2nd and 20th. Watch parties will not include facilitated content from the Chamber. The speakers for the watch party are Bonnie St. John, Radha Agrawal, and Tiffany Dufu.
This is a great professional development opportunity for seasoned professionals, up-and-coming young professionals and anyone in between, so if you have been considering attending but haven't yet registered, now is the time. Develop personal and professional leadership skills with two ways to participate. Register online or by calling the Chamber at 570-784-2522. Due to limited availability, Watch Party tickets need to be purchased by contacting Allison by email or phone at 570-784-2522.
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Ferry Street Growers' Market
Saturday, October 3; 8am-12pm
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Ferry Street Market Vendors:
Adams Family Farm
Ballengee Farm
Cramers Valley View Growers
Delbo Farms
Gib's Farm
Marousi Farm Inc
Meadowview Greenhouse & Produce
Moore's Produce
Stolzfus Pastries
Ten Mile Mushroom
*Properly worn MASKS ARE REQUIRED.
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Pre-ordering information is still available by visiting
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Ferry Street Growers' Market is Sponsored in part by:
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Autumn in the Susquehanna River Valley
Fall is a glorious season in the Susquehanna River Valley with breathtaking scenery, heart-and stomach-warming delicacies and endless opportunities to get out and explore in the cool, crisp weather!
Autumn is a time to showcase all the best the Valley has to offer. Check out the Susquehanna River Valley Visitors Bureau's Fall in the Susquehanna River Valley web pages at the link below. Here you will find information about the best hiking, biking and leaf-peeper routes; fall family fun and outdoor recreation, as well as, the best flavors of the season and where to find them!
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The Danville Borough Building is the official repository for flood information. Flood information is also available at the Danville Business Alliance as well as the Borough website www.danvilleboro.org under Community Resources.
This information is made available as part of the Borough’s compliance with the Community Rating System which allows residents of Danville to be eligible for a 10% rate reduction on insurance premiums.
Any questions regarding the flood information may be directed to Jackie Hart, CRS Coordinator, at 570-275-3091 X 1 or jhart@danvilleboro.org.
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Recipes for Disaster: An Emergency Preparedness Cookbook
Looking for a family project? Read here on how to prepare for an unexpected event!
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Halloween Hiphop for Hope
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Put on your favorite Halloween costume and join us for a spooky, glowing (yes, there will be glowsticks!) 2-hour dance marathon. No dance experience required! Donations of gently used coats, canned goods, or cash are encouraged. All proceeds will benefit Feed A Friend and the Good Samaritan Mission. *Please note: this event will take place outdoors for safety reasons, so dress accordingly! Masks are required prior to and after the event (may be removed while dancing). Don't miss your chance to dance out the pandemic stress! Help us spread the word! Be sure to check out the Q and A discussion for more info:
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Calling ALL Local Businesses!
We need your help! We are looking for about 50 businesses (or more) to set up a trunk during our event. Please see the registration form & the guideline below.
We are expecting a large turnout for this event!
If you have any questions, please send Hidi Horikoshi an email at RMSdanville@yahoo.com.
$10 fee to hold a spot, and ALL proceeds will go towards Feed A Friend.
Please let us know if you have any questions!
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Three Danville organizations holding
Feed A Friend program
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The Danville-Riverside Food Bank is partnering with the Good Samaritan Mission and the Danville Area School District to hold the 2020 Danville Area Feed A Friend program scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Shiloh United Church of Christ, 512 Bloom St., Danville. Participants will remain in their vehicles for the giveaway.
There will be no in-person sign-ups. Residents must pre-register by phone by calling 570-275-2500, option 8 and leave their name, address, phone number and the total number of people in the household. One family member from each family must attend the giveaway to receive food items. Picking up food for other families will not be permitted.
The deadline to sign up is Friday, Nov. 6, at 2 p.m.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the organizations are focusing on financial support needed for this year’s Feed A Friend Program rather than donated food items. To donate, mail checks to Good Samaritan Mission, PO Box 114. Danville, PA, 17821. Indicate Feed A Friend on the memo line.
The Danville News
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Hawkins Chevrolet is looking for a Finance Manager.
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Do you have automotive F&I experience and want to work for a dealership that cares about its team and its community? If so, we have the right job for you.
Hawkins Chevrolet is currently seeking to fill a part-time F&I manager position to help us continue with our growth.
Call 570-275-0710 or stop by 1856 Montour Blvd, Danville, PA 17821
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Help the Friendship Fire Co.
Reach Its Ladder Truck Goal
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The Friendship Fire Company was established in 1841 as the first fire company in Danville. They are one of four 100% volunteer fire departments in the Danville Borough.
Their current ladder truck, a 2001 Pierce with an 85-foot tower, has served our community well; however, it is in dire need of replacement due to current mandatory safety regulation changes, and expensive unforeseen repairs. Over the past year, the current ladder truck has responded to a total of 167 fire, motor vehicle, and mutual aid calls throughout a 25-mile radius.
In order to continue to protect our small community, which includes four nursing homes, an elementary school, a secondary school, a high school, small local businesses and Geisinger Medical Center, an investment for a new ladder truck has become an absolute must!
The total cost is expected to reach $1.3 million dollars! Over $500,000 has been raised to date. Your much needed and appreciated donations to help support their efforts will provide them the opportunity to continue functioning as a vital part of our small community. Thank you very much for your time, consideration, and support in helping them achieve their goal to keep us safe!
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Local Partner's Resources
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Columbia Montour
Visitors Bureau
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Susquehanna River Valley Visitors Bureau
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Resources for Small Businesses
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The Small Business Development Center at Bucknell University has compiled a list of resources to aid small businesses in navigating these changing times.
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Visit the Chamber's website for the latest information on assistance programs and other resources for businesses and non-profit organizations.
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SAVE THE DATE
Wednesday, November 18, 2020 | 4:30- 6:30 p.m.
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Visit the Chamber's website for the latest information on assistance programs and other resources for businesses and non-profit organizations.
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The Montour Area Recreation Commission (MARC) is a volunteer-led organization, committed to providing the best possible outdoor recreational facilities for the people of Montour County and the surrounding region.
Find a park or trail here.
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2020/2021
SAVE THE DATE
Ferry Street Growers' Market
Saturdays, 8 a - 12 p
May 9 - November 21
Danville Heritage Festival
Third Weekend in July 2021
Health Fair & 6.1 K Run
August 2021
41st Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Festival
Saturday, September 4, 2021
"Healthy" Halloween
Saturday, October 31, 2020
Visit us on Facebook for event info.
Danville Halloween Parade
October 2021
Danville After Dark
October 2021
Small Business Saturday
Saturday, November 28, 2020
Hometown Holiday Weekend
December 11, 12, & 13, 2020
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Things are changing.
Please let us know about your business adaptations, closures, or event cancellations and we will share your information on our website and social media.
Simply reply to this e-mail and provide details.
We're all in this together. Stay well, Danville.
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Danville Business Alliance | 570.284.4502 | 620 Mill Street, Danville, PA 17821 | www.visitdanvillepa.org
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