Penn Highlands recognized by AHA
Penn Highlands
Michael Draine, AHA regional executive, recently presented the award to Peter Adamo, regional market president of the Southwestern Region and president of Penn Highlands Mon Valley.
Draine said in a statement: “The American Hospital Association is proud to recognize Penn Highlands Mon Valley for 100 years of membership in the AHA and for its continued commitment to serving their patients in the mid-Mon Valley region. We thank the leaders, caregivers and other staff for their dedication to continuously meeting the changing health needs of the patients and communities they serve.”
The hospital is a 200-bed facility with a medical staff of 225 representing more than 40 specialties. It is part of Penn Highlands Healthcare, based in DuBois.
Michaels
Michaels Stores Inc., a privately held chain of American and Canadian arts and crafts stores, is planning to open a location in Peters Township, and is looking to hire.
The Irving, Texas-based company announced in a news release that the store will be in the McDowell Shops off Washington Road, and that a grand opening is planned for Sept. 30.
The chain said it is “actively hiring to fill full-time and part-time roles … in preparation for the grand opening.” Job candidates are advised to visit michaels.com/jobs to view open positions.
The company, which is marking 50 years in business, said this store “will be a sleeker, simpler Michaels, featuring self-checkout registers; a Michaels Custom Framing center; and a curated assortment of the most relevant supplies and componentry across arts, crafts, framing, floral, kids’ crafts, DIY, yarn, beading and scrapbooking products to inspire creativity.”