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Workers turn to ‘polyworking’ to combat frozen salaries and inflation

NEW YORK (AP) — As workers face frozen salaries, inflation and fear of layoffs, some have decided to branch out from their traditional careers. They’re taking on side jobs to bring in additional income and provide a backup plan should they find themselves out of work, or adding second, third and sometimes fourth jobs — what some call “polyworking” — to the mix. Take Katelyn Cusick, 29. She beautifies displays as a visual merchandiser for Patagonia at her full-time job. Then she works a side gig managing social media influencers for a German shoe brand for 10 to 15 hours per ...

‘Rural Suds by Sandy’ — Locally made soap by Sandy Considine

We use soap every day, whether to wash ourselves, our clothes or our dishes. In the supermarket, it is easy to come by and cheap. But lately, there have been more people buying natural soaps. Rural Suds by Sandy was started by Sandy Considiine to provide natural soaps. Fun fact: the ...

Oil and Gas Rights Coffee Shop Meeting in Williamsport

POGLA, the Pennsylvania Oil and Gas Landowner Alliance, will be hosting an Oil and Gas Rights Coffee Shop Meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 19, at 6 p.m., with doors opening at 5:30 p.m., in the Reading Room at the Holiday Inn Williamsport, 100 Pine St. This event is free to attend. Registration is not required but is appreciated — online at pogla.org/events, by phone at 717-205-2350, or at the door. Speakers at this event will include Tyson Ruhlman, Director of Land for Pennsylvania General Energy, discussing current events in the area, and POGLA Membership Director Jackie Root will ...

‘No hire’ job market leaves unemployed in limbo as threats to economy multiply

WASHINGTON (AP) — When Carly Kaprive left a job in Kansas City and moved to Chicago a year ago, she figured it would take three to six months to find a new position. After all, the 32-year old project manager had never been unemployed for longer than three months. Instead, after 700 applications, she’s still looking, wrapped up in a frustrating and extended job hunt that is much more difficult than when she last looked for work just a couple of years ago. With uncertainty over interest rates, tariffs, immigration, and artificial intelligence roiling much of the economy, some ...

Pilot invests in Mill Hall with travel center upgrade, donation

MILL HALL — The Pilot travel center in Mill Hall is ready for travelers to experience its new curb-to-counter remodel, featuring a fresh look and enhanced amenities. This investment is part of Pilot Company’s $1+ billion nationwide store modernization initiative, New Horizons, and to ...