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Workplace — Oct. 18-19

New hires and promotions Benjamin Martin has been promoted by First National Bank to senior vice president and commercial banking team leader. Based out of FNB’s Selinsgrove and State College offices, Martin leads a team of commercial bankers that serve the Company’s Central Mountain Region, which comprises counties throughout central Pennsylvania. Martin and his team are responsible for lending, business development, relationship management and portfolio management for middle-market companies. Dr. Hemal Gada has joined Cardiology Associates of Altoona. Gada brings more than a ...

What to do when underwater on a car loan

More car buyers are finding themselves in a tough spot financially. According to a recent report from Edmunds, more than 26% of new-vehicle trade-ins in the second quarter of 2025 had negative equity — the highest share in more than four years. Negative equity refers to a situation in which you owe more on your vehicle than it’s worth, leaving you “upside down” or “underwater” on your loan. Negative equity is an acute problem when you trade that vehicle for another new one because you’ll have to pay off what you owe while simultaneously taking on the new loan payments. The ...

Wall Street hits best week in two months as bank stocks stabilize

NEW YORK — Wall Street cruised to the finish of a winning week on Friday after banks recovered some of their sharp losses from the day before. The S&P 500 rose 0.5%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 238 points, or 0.5%, and the Nasdaq composite climbed 0.5%. The gains capped the best week for the S&P 500 since early August, but it was a roller-coaster ride. Indexes careened through several jarring swings as worries built about the financial health of small and midsized banks, as well as the souring trade relationship between the United States and China. Some of the nervousness ...

Taylor Ann’s Deli & Cafe set to open in October

PATTON Taylor Ann’s Deli & Cafe set to open in October Taylor Ann’s Deli & Cafe, 445 Glendale Lake Road, Patton, will open for business after a ribbon cutting hosted by JARI at noon Thursday, Oct. 23. The deli and cafe business, owned by Taylor Duclo, features fresh coffee, specialty drinks and baked goods along with a full menu, including a variety of appetizers, salads, subs, burgers, pizzas, strombolis, wings and more. A grand opening is scheduled for Oct. 25. CARLISLE Giant Co. donates to Nature Conservancy The Giant Co., in honor of National Farmers Day, announced a ...

Career fair scheduled in Centre Coutny

STATE COLLEGE Career fair scheduled Job seekers are invited to attend the PA CareerLink Centre County Fall Career Fair from 1 to 4 p.m. Oct. 22 at C3 Sports, 200 Ellis Place, State College. The event will bring together more than 60 employers from across the region, offering a variety of job opportunities, including full-time, part-time, seasonal, remote and hybrid roles, ranging from entry-level to experienced positions. Pre-registration is encouraged and can be completed at https://bit.ly/42uuhNJ. There is no cost for this event, and it is open to the public. Job seekers are ...

Giant, Martin’s brand taco dinner kits recalled

The Giant Co. is recalling Giant and Martin’s brand hard taco dinner kits after being alerted by the supplier of a possible undeclared milk allergen due to hot chocolate packets found inside the kit. The recall includes the Giant/Martin’s Hard Taco Dinner Kit, 9.4 oz., UPC 068826757516, all lot/all codes, with a best-by date of 3/13/26. Customers with milk allergies who purchased this product should not consume it and bring their purchase receipt to a nearby store for a full refund.