I’m asking for help spreading the word about LIHEAP. Formally known as the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, it is a federally-funded program that helps pay the home energy bills of PPL Electric Utilities customers who meet income-eligibility req
PennFuture on Jan. 29 applauded the expected reinstatement of a moratorium on new gas drilling leases attached to Pennsylvania’s state parks and forests. The executive order, signed by Gov. Tom Wolf in Benjamin Rush State Park in Philadelphia, would super
By Thomas Engle Winter ■ Eat healthy foods. The holidays can be especially tempting for poor diet choices. Make sure you eat plenty of leafy greens, colorful fruits and omega-3 fatty acids for better eye health. ■ Quit smoking immediately. Smoking is harm
By Daelene Long It’s the beginning of another New Year, and for many, it’s a time to make resolutions. Some of the most popular New Year’s resolutions are losing weight, exercising more, and reducing stress. Fortunately, there are strategies that can help
By Thomas Engle Currently, 2.7 million people in the United States older than age 40 have glaucoma. The National Eye Institute projects this number will reach 4.2 million by 2030, a 58 percent increase. Glaucoma is called “the sneak thief of sight” since
By John Tough Renewably sourced electricity, particularly solar energy, is proving to be an important part of our future. In fact, 2014 was a banner year for renewable energy sources. It’s predicted that by the end of 2014, the U.S. will install an estima
By Barry Reifinger Many business owners are familiar with the federal government's Small Business Administration (SBA) and its popular 7(a) small business loan program. The flagship program is on track to lend out more than $3 billion to nearly 9,000 busi
By Bill McAndrew Selecting beneficiaries for retirement benefits is different from choosing beneficiaries for other assets such as life insurance. With retirement benefits, you need to know the impact of income tax and estate tax laws in order to select t
By Allen C. Minor, D.B.A. What does the future hold for the controversial Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) now that the GOP will soon control both houses of Congress? Prior to it becoming law, 50 million people in the United States did n
By Jerry Maginnis, CPA The CPA profession has been championing the cause of financial literacy for more than a decade. Through volunteer programs, the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA) has partnered with libraries, schools, lo
Founded in 1871, Wayne Bank offers an array of services to help both consumers and businesses manage their finances efficiently. Wayne Bank’s 15 community offices are located in four counties including Wayne, Lackawanna, Pike and Monroe. Wayne Bank’s comm
