Business Archives May 2020
Is Kylie Jenner still a billionaire? She says she is, but Forbes magazine disagrees
Unable to obtain a refund over a COVID-19 cancellation? File a complaint: AG
Stocks erase a loss as worries over China tensions fizzle
Dauphin County stores welcome back customers: ‘They were so ready to get in’
Michaels reopens another central Pa. store
CAT to edge toward normal bus service next week; riders will have to wear face masks
Perform an emergency triage of your resume to improve your brand
As Dauphin County moves into the yellow phase, this car dealership will open for the second time this year
What’s next? A look at which Pa. counties could be headed for green under Wolf’s coronavirus rules
Restaurants prepare to open decks, patios but warn 'it’s not going to make us any money’
Wall Street’s rally ends on fears about U.S.-China tensions
As U.S. job losses mount, it’s clearer that 'economic destruction’ cannot be ‘quickly put back in the bottle’
Dick’s Sporting Goods to reopen Harrisburg-area store this week
This 125,000-square-foot home decor superstore will reopen this week
Here’s what else is reopening at the Harrisburg Mall with Bass Pro on Friday
Large East Shore bookstore to reopen this week
Boscov’s to reopen five more stores in Pa. this weekend
Christmas Tree Shops to reopen central Pa. store this week
Bass Pro to reopen central Pa. store this week
Company says it will no longer make Evinrude outboard boat engines, citing impact from coronavirus
Tuesday Morning files for bankruptcy protection, plans to close central Pa. stores, others
What stores are reopening this week? Boscov’s, CommunityAid, Plato’s Closet and more
Pa. shortline sued for $2.5 million; accused of breaching contract, unjust enrichment
Weis Markets expands hours, reopens deli service in stores
Popular Carlisle restaurant opens up for eat-in diners against state COVID-19 orders in the name of business and ‘reclaiming our lives’
JCPenney reopens three stores in Pa.
Dauphin County’s COVID-19 small business aid program is a ‘blessing,' struggling business owners say
Bobcat Creamery in York County reopening after announcing permanent closure
AAA Central Penn preparing to open its offices in seven counties next month
Shirley Rae’s Ice Cream shop opens with cool treats in Cumberland County
Ross Dress for Less opens central Pa. store
Michaels reopens its two stores in Cumberland County
JCPenney running online sales after filing for bankruptcy: Here are some of the best deals
Community Aid ready to open its Swatara Twp. store as Dauphin County enters yellow phase
From shutdown to rebound: When will car sales in Pa. pick up again?
U.S. consumer confidence is shattered and reopening alone won’t bring it back, new survey finds
Stocks rise on Wall Street, but US braces for 100,000 deaths
Sheetz closes Lancaster County store after employee tests positive for the coronavirus
Large retailers in Cumberland County: What stores have reopened? What stores have remained closed?
Former D&H Distributing headquarters in Harrisburg sold for $4.75 million
Here’s when Plato’s Closet will reopen its East Shore store
Dick’s Sporting Goods reopens store in Cumberland County
Hobby Lobby reopens store in Cumberland County
Party City to reopen 2 central Pa. stores next month
Bayer reaches deals on big share of 125,000 Roundup weedkiller suits
Retailers deemed ‘nonessential’ during coronavirus pandemic are in big trouble
Centre County officials support move to green phase after initial caution
Sold-out opening weekend brings hope to Haar’s Drive-In
N.J. beach motel owner flouts rules, rents out rooms. ‘I know I made a mistake in hindsight,’ he says.
Wood-Mode employees are not complaining about this surprise: a $500 bonus
Briar Valley Winery sold to owners of a Westmoreland County producer
As states reopen after coronavirus shutdowns, consumers’ unpaid utility bills loom as costly problem
Americans still don’t trust self-driving cars, poll shows
Bakery runs on ideas cooked up by 15-year-old entrepreneur
‘We were supposed to flatten the curve, not flatten the economy,’ says Pa. Manufacturers’ Association CEO
Hertz could file for bankruptcy ‘as soon as this weekend': report
Old Wood-Mode agrees to pay employees $10.3 million, but will they ever get the money?
Palmyra restaurant won’t wait on green light from Gov. Wolf, ‘slammed’ as it opens doors for in-person dining: report
Retail returns to Cumberland County, but with face masks, hand sanitizer and social distancing
How N.J. beach towns are gearing up for Memorial Day weekend amid coronavirus
Wall Street ends a choppy day mostly higher; crude oil falls
Gov. Wolf moves counties to yellow and green, releases summer camp and rec guidance: Latest on coronavirus in Pa.
‘We missed our customers,’ say Cumberland County shop owners as they cautiously reopen
Looking for work? The Postal Service is hiring
Pennsylvania state wine and spirit store opens for in-store business
All Pa. counties will be lifted from stay-at-home order by June 5: sources
Kohl’s store in Cumberland County officially reopens today
How to prepare for the inevitable virtual job interview: Zoom, Skype, HireView, FaceTime and more
Pennsylvania jobless rate hits 15.1%, highest in more than 40 years
Pa. sports bar fights back as liquor license suspensions spread in lockdown crackdown
Man stabbed in chest outside Pa. Sheetz in dispute over woman’s lost purse: cops
Real estate agents are ‘thrilled’ to be back in business statewide
Stocks end lower on Wall Street as U.S.-China tensions lead to ‘a little bit of weakness’
Large outdoor store in central Pa. to reopen its doors on Friday
Grim job market a reflection that this ‘recovery is going to take a while’
Aldi grocery store opens in Cumberland County
U.S. judge refuses to override Gov. Wolf’s coronavirus business closure, stay-at-home orders
It’s official: Pa. restaurants and taverns can sell cocktails to go
Goodwill to reopen 9 Pa. stores this month
Victoria’s Secret to close 250 stores, Bath & Body Works to close 50 locations: reports
CVS announces new drive thru COVID-19 testing sites
Kohl’s announces plans for reopening stores, keeping customers safe
What stores are reopening this week? Boscov’s, Sportsman’s Warehouse, Stein Mart, more
Pa.’s investments in innovation paying off in fight against COVID-19 | Opinion
Some Wawas are letting customers pour their own coffee again
Stocks close higher as investors regain some more confidence
As coronavirus crisis impacts Kohl’s, stores remove Jennifer Lopez and seven other brands
Kohl’s announces plans for reopening stores, keeping customers safe
Popeye’s opening another restaurant in Dauphin County
Trump asked to wear mask during Thursday trip to Michigan Ford plant
Hard Rock, Tropicana and other Atlantic City casinos are taking hotel reservations
Johnson & Johnson to stop selling talc-based baby powder in US, Canada
Former owner of Levin Furniture will buy back stores, re-open some
Pier 1 Imports, first opened in 1962, to close all remaining stores
Late slump leaves stock market lower after a day of ups and downs
After veto, Gov. Tom Wolf moves to allow more real estate sales
Stein Mart to reopen central Pa. store this week
Community Aid is back: 3 central Pa. stores to re-open this week
JC Penney will close 242 store locations as it files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
Allenberry Resort not closed for good, despite what you might have heard, owners say
Boscov’s is back: 2 central Pa. stores to open this weekend
Pier 1 Imports to liquidate as soon as its stores can open
128-year-old country club has new owners
Here’s what’s coming to Steel Works with Dollar General
Pair of Sheetz bandits wear carved-out watermelons as face masks: cops
Discount store coming to Steel Works in Dauphin County
Get the scoop: You can still order ice cream and frozen yogurt in central Pennsylvania
York County restaurant announces permanent closure due to COVID-19 pandemic
Better to take a loan rather than a withdrawal if you need money from your retirement fund: Vanguard
Home Depot, Lowe’s show historic growth thanks to home improvements during pandemic
U.S. stocks wipe out last week’s losses on hopes for vaccine and economic recovery
Rising sea temperatures could change U.S. lobster industry, affect seafood supply: report
Dauphin County Commissioner Jeff Haste ‘trying to out-Trump Trump,’ say African-American leaders seeking voice in reopening
Counterfeit and ‘potentially harmful’ Seresto flea collars for pets seized in Pa.
Could coronavirus surcharges be coming? It’s likely and here’s why: report
Some convenience stores, others keep their ‘skill games’ plugged in despite orders to shut them down
Democrats push $3T coronavirus relief bill through House, but it figures to go ‘nowhere fast’ in the Senate
What happens in Mexico during next 2 weeks will be crucial for U.S. auto industry
Introducing the virtual buffet: self-service restaurant owners adapt to coronavirus ban
J.C. Penney files bankruptcy amid coronavirus pandemic
Protesters fill Capitol steps in Harrisburg, ask Gov. Wolf to reopen the economy
Stocks manage modest gains but still end lower for the week
Federal grant awarded to nonprofit to acquire land near Gettysburg National Park
Feds stop invasion by 86,000 bogus Pokemon critters
Large groups prohibited from placing flags at veterans’ graves at national cemeteries for Memorial Day due to COVID-19
Lebanon County commissioners rebel, vote 2-1 to move to ‘yellow’ ahead of state’s timetable
Amid career and economic uncertainty, proactively prepare your brand and job search strategies
Diners threatened with license loss, fines for violating Pa. Gov. Wolf’s coronavirus order
US retail sales plunged a record 16.4% in April due to coronavirus
Bed Bath & Beyond will reopen at six stores in Pa. for curbside pickup
Which Pennsylvania counties could be next to start reopening from coronavirus closure orders?
Police in Harrisburg prepare for another anti-shutdown protest Friday at the Capitol
Guns N’ Roses takes another jab at President Trump, unveils ‘Live and Let Die with COVID 45’ shirt
Coronavirus could force McDonald’s to do away with self-service soda fountains: report
Utz in talks for $1 billion merger: report
Stockpiling germaphobes ignite unlikely boom: appliances
Red? Yellow? Lancaster County’s informal declaration of pandemic reopening makes it every business for itself
Wisconsin governor warns of ‘massive confusion’ after ruling overturns stay-at-home orders
The president tours an Allentown plant; 15 mayors want more federal help; more: Latest on coronavirus in Pa.
Stocks shake off some early stumbles and end broadly higher
‘Stand up with me’: Crowd, GOP politicians roar support for central Pa. barber defying COVID-19 closure order
Looking for work? Domino’s Pizza, CAT and others hiring amid coronavirus pandemic
Three Pa. counties still vow to reopen Friday without state approval, but Wolf thwarts larger rebellion
Slowest states in handling jobless claims? Florida, Kentucky top the list
Counties decide whether to follow orders; groups plan another Capitol protest; more: Latest on coronavirus in Pa.
Additional rescue aid would be 'worth it if it helps avoid long-term economic damage’: Federal Reserve chief
Wall Street slides again on more worries about recession
Lebanon County commissioners push to reopen Friday, defying governor’s orders
‘We’re only selling sanitizer,’ says owner of Harrisburg salon that got waiver from Wolf’s business closure order
Senate sends bill permitting take-out sales of mixed drinks in Pennsylvania to Gov. Tom Wolf for enactment
Central Pa. distillery to close due to coronavirus pandemic
Ninety-five people will be laid off when West Shore service center closes
Central Pa. gym closes permanently due to coronavirus pandemic
‘We need to confront that power’: Another COVID-19 lockdown protest will hit Pa.’s Capitol on Friday
Dauphin County commissioners back off plan to jump ahead of state’s pandemic reopening schedule
West Shore barber threatened with loss of license for reopening in defiance of COVID-19 lockdown order
GNC health and wellness retailer might be headed to bankruptcy
‘Unhinged’ starring Russell Crowe to be first movie back in theaters July 1 since coronavirus shutdown
Manheim Auto Auction to temporarily lay off more than 1,000 people in Pa.
Food services company to lay off 708 people as contract ends with Pa. university
Pa. officials revoked business waivers the night before publishing list of recipients
New condo community being built near central Pa. hospital
Pa. is the most restrictive state when it comes to selling real estate: The reality of coronavirus red phase
Some can make more while on unemployment. Why go back to work?
Pa. Senate votes to spend hundreds of millions in federal money to help nursing homes
Nursing home residents, staffs to be tested; a group sues over Gov. Wolf’s orders: Latest on coronavirus in Pa.
Wall Street drops after worries over reopening the county lead to late slide
Traffic control management company hiring hundreds of new employees
Gov. Wolf’s COVID-19 restrictions are an unconstitutional economic disaster, foes claim in federal lawsuit
The Penn State Berkey Creamery reopens after closing during pandemic
Steak 'n Shake closes 51 locations due to coronavirus pandemic
Worker fired after CBD oil use caused her to fail a drug test can get unemployment comp: Pa. court
‘Don’t keep the change:’ Coupon clipper wins 38-cent victory in battle over Pa. sales tax overpayment
Rezoning for major Cumberland County warehouse project was illegal, Pa. court says
Hundreds of employees temporarily laid off at 2 central Pa. manufacturing facilities
Transportation company to lay off 90 people as contract ends with central Pa. school district
Someday we’ll return to the office, and it will be nothing like we’ve seen before
Gov. Wolf pushes back hard on counties threatening to step out of line, with some early signs of success
Tesla CEO Musk restarts California factory, dares authorities to arrest him
Pa. GOP takes Gov. Wolf to court as it seeks records on controversial business waiver process
Perry County not happy about being in ‘red’ zone, but won’t bolt for yellow
Airlines are racking up billions in debt to get through COVID-19. Can they survive what comes next?
It’s risky for businesses to defy Gov. Wolf’s coronavirus closure order: insurance commissioner
U.S. court backs $112M-plus in payments to lawyers in $1B NFL players’ concussion injury settlement
Footwear retailer lays off more than 100 employees in Pa. due to coronavirus pandemic
If sale falls through, nearly 700 people will be laid off at Pa. hospital
Eyewear chain lays off more than 400 people in Pa. due to coronavirus pandemic
Crowd of Red Lobster customers waiting for takeout sees red after seafood doesn’t show
Sports bar chain temporarily lays off more than 500 people in Pa. due to coronavirus pandemic
Car rental company temporarily lays off more than 100 people in Dauphin County due to coronavirus pandemic
‘Clean freak’ and mom of 5 spends Mother’s Day keeping COVID-19 at bay
Growing number of counties test Gov. Wolf’s emergency powers, saying they’ll decide if it’s time to reopen
Gov. Tom Wolf rejects GOP subpoena for business waiver records, but releases some information online
Upper Allen Township purchases land along Yellow Breeches Creek, eyeing possible recreational use
10 takeaways from the worst jobs report in U.S. history
Denied unemployment claimants can appeal, even if expiration date has passed: Pa. Labor & Industry
Many see little change with Lycoming County going ‘yellow’ in COVID-19 reopening plan
J.C. Penney to file for bankruptcy: report
Two central Pa. counties say they plan to reopen ahead of Gov. Wolf’s schedule
Gov. Tom Wolf rejects GOP subpoena for business waiver records, but releases some information online
Option to defer payment on HUD loan will be extremely helpful: Boscov’s CEO
Wolf administration provides insight into how business exemptions were determined
Stocks rise on hopes that awful jobs report is as bad as it’s going to get
Gov. Wolf moves 13 more counties into yellow; some dentists can return to work; more: Latest on coronavirus in Pa.
Boscov’s will re-open two stores in Pa. this weekend
A return to TV: How to watch Sight & Sound’s production of ‘Jesus’ on Wednesday
Dentists are back in Pennsylvania (with a big condition, and some big limits)
Old Navy is now selling cloth face masks for adults and kids, 5 for $12.50
Which Pennsylvania counties are poised to enter the ‘yellow’ stage of pandemic emergency next?
Will central Pa. restaurants survive coronavirus? Here’s how they are trying to adapt
TSA implements additional COVID-19 safety measure at U.S. airports
Stocks rise amid optimism that worst of economic plunge has passed
A ‘silver lining’ from pandemic: Americans are receiving fewer robocalls
Stimulus money: Report looks at how much could come in a fourth round of payouts and what it might be spent on
Neiman Marcus files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Website ready for contractors, self-employed, gig workers to file for unemployment compensation
Frontier Airlines abandons ‘middle seat’ fee after backlash from lawmakers: report
Businesses open in defiance of Pennsylvania coronavirus shutdown
Uber lays off 3,700 as coronavirus upends ride-sharing economy
Salon owner jailed, fined for ignoring coronavirus shutdown order: report
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf grants civil immunity to doctors, health care workers in COVID-19 front line
April jobs data to show epic losses: ‘What we’re talking about here is pretty stunning,’ an economist says
Wall Street dips to week’s first loss despite tech’s solid performance
A Civilian Coronavirus Corps; Office Depot closing a distribution center; more: Latest on coronavirus in Pa.
Central Pa. salon closes permanently due to coronavirus pandemic
Paycheck Protection Program funds remain available: U.S. Small Business Administration
South Carolina woman arrested after alleged food licking, saliva spreading spree at grocery store, sub shop: report
National company closing distribution center in Pa. permanently due to coronavirus pandemic; 175 people to be laid off
Two Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill restaurants in central Pa. permanently close
Wolf says Pa. employees should refuse to go to work if they don’t feel safe, but some fear putting job at risk
Tide opens its first dry cleaning franchise location in Pa.
Trump says U.S. must reopen even if more Americans get sick, die
No magic in this kingdom: Disney theme parks take $1B hit amid coronavirus closures
Lyft responds to coronavirus with cheaper rides, longer wait times
States with few coronavirus cases get disproportionate share of relief aid
Senior living communities hit hard; flea market says it’s reopening; more: Latest on coronavirus in Pa.
Why some small businesses didn’t stand a chance at getting relief from Pa.’s $61 million loan program
Stocks end higher on Wall Street even after a late-day stumble
Gold’s Gym restructuring financially under Chapter 11: ‘We’re absolutely not going anywhere’
Here’s what will join Giant at this central Pa. shopping center
Pa. high school to hold ‘socially distanced’ commencement at legendary racetrack: ‘Graduates, start your engines!’
Pitney Bowes to close central Pa. facility as its shifts operations to warehouses in New Jersey, California
Dunkin’ Donuts celebrates health care workers with free doughnuts and coffee on May 6
Stimulus Checks: How many have gone out, and how many still have to be issued?
Warren Buffett sells stake in Delta, other airlines: ‘The future is much less clear to me,’ he says
Trump’s anti-China rhetoric aimed at boosting U.S. leverage, deflecting blame
Wolf administration issues ‘yellow’ phase rules for businesses: Manufacturing, retail will lead the way
Stocks shake off an early loss and end higher, led by tech
Another large store to close at central Pa. mall
U.S. Treasury to set record for the amount it will borrow this quarter: $2.99 trillion
J.C. Penney asks court to keep Sephora from pulling out of its stores: reports
Crash of helicopter at Bloomsburg Fair attributed to mechanical problem: NTSB
America’s Auto Auction lays off more than 400 people in Pa. due to coronavirus
XPO Logistics will end operations at central Pa. warehouse; all employees expected to keep jobs
This weekend was nice, but we can’t survive like this, Jersey Shore businesses say
Philadelphia-area YMCA lays off 3,400 due to coronavirus pandemic; largest in 9 years in Pa.
Coronavirus strands 2 million pounds of Swiss cheese in Pa.
There were more than 3,000 layoffs combined at these 2 Pa. casinos
Mobile pet food company launches service in central Pa.
$12 more an hour for essential workers during coronavirus shutdown? Mitt Romney is pushing for ‘Patriot Pay’: report
Chick-fil-A on Sunday? Here’s how you can make it happen
Coronavirus Cluster: Wal-Mart store closes after 81 employees test positive for COVID-19
Money for blood: Coronavirus has created a spike in the plasma market as researcher demand increases: report
McDonald’s testing ‘virus-proof restaurant’ amid COVID-19 pandemic, report
Some are getting an unexpected coronavirus stimulus check, but can they keep it?
Socked by coronavirus, comic book industry tries to draw next page
PLCB works to plug loophole that lets customers cut in line for online orders
Gov. Wolf names 24 counties opening first; barbershops, salons to stay closed; more: Latest on coronavirus in Pa.
Life in the yellow zone: It’s only a stepping stone, not a destination
Stocks slide as Amazon, other companies detail coronavirus fallout
Back to work: Construction resuming in central Pa.
Old Navy has great deals online - everything for $25 or less and kids’ clothing for $10, flip flops for $2
Pa. loses spot as top producer of craft beer in the country
Socked by coronavirus, comic book industry tries to draw next page
Here’s what’s coming to Susquehanna Union Green with Zeroday Brewing
The LCB can’t just ignore Legislature’s order to allow direct shipping of alcohol, Pa. court says
Harrisburg’s federal courthouse project to resume later this month after six-week coronavirus shutdown
U.S. Supreme Court tells Gov. Wolf to defend business closure orders
Herd of deer takes over coronavirus-deserted streets in once-busy Pa. town
Here are 13 central Pa. construction projects that are expected to resume
The 43-day wait is over: Construction on all projects in Pa. can resume
N.J. Amazon warehouse sees coronavirus outbreak with around 48 infected, employees claim
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