Welcome to WATSONTOWN AREA BUSINESS ASSOCIATION
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About Us
Watsontown Area Business Association (WABA) was formed in 1983.
Our purpose is to promote, encourage, assist and protect the business, industrial, social and economic welfare of the Watsontown Area by:
· Promoting a positive Public Relations effort.
· Identifying and utilizing the resources available both within and outside the local areas.
· Representing the Watsontown Area to other organizations and government agencies.
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· Developing the Watsontown Area as a marketplace and as an employment center serving the Upper Susquehanna Valley
TO BECOME A MEMBER: The annual dues is$50.00 per year
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Susquehanna Fire Equipment Company (SFEC) was founded in 1951 by Max L. Foust, Sr. The business was started in his home, using his garage as a base for the fire extinguisher service business. The garage was later expanded to include a fully functional hydrostatic testing and recharge facility for all types of fire extinguishers.
As our products and services became more widely known, and with requests from local fire departments, SFEC expanded its facilities and ventured into the sales of firefighting equipment. In 1981, Susquehanna Fire Equipment Company moved to its current location in Dewart, PA.
In January of 1984, SFEC was Incorporated, and ownership transferred to his children, Max L. Foust, Keith D. Foust and Linda (Foust) Confer. Max, Linda & Keith have since retired from the business and now the grandson, Seth is serving as President.
In November of 2023, the fire department equipment side of the business was sold and we now continue business as Susquehanna Fire Protection Company. (SFPC)
As of February 2, 2025, Susquehanna Fire Protection Company is solely owned and operated by Seth Foust. Seth is the third generation of the Foust family to own SFPC .
On November 10, 2025, we’re excited to announce that Susquehanna Fire Protection Company and A1 Lock & Key Security Systems in Lewisburg, Pa have officially combined forces to become the region’s leading provider of complete protection and security solutions for your business and home.
Susquehanna Fire Protection Company employs approximately 35 associates.
2026-2027 OFFICERS
PRESIDENT—Jay Jarrett, Watsontown Borough
VICE PRESIDENT— Wendy Shoemaker, Wendy's Hair Place
RECORDING SECRETARY— Natalie Buck, Natalies Notary
CORRESPONDING SECRETARY— Jesse Hopfer, Montgomery House Library
TREASURER—Diana Johnson, Diana Johnson & Assoc.
ASSISTANT TREASURER —Brendi Brooke, Watsontown Borough
PAST PRESIDENT- Belinda Stefl, GSHPA
Meetings
1st Thursday of Each Month (Excluding July)
January 8th meeting location Watson Inn, 12:00 PM
February 5th meeting location Arrowhead Restaurant 12:00 PM
March 5th Evening Dinner Meeting -Watson Inn- Social Time 5:15 PM
Dinner 5:45 PM
Watsontown Area Business Association
Past Volunteer of the Year Award Winners
Past Recipients Volunteer of the Year Since 2008
Wendy Shoemaker, Wendy’s Hair Place (08)
René Toro, Rene’s Barber Shop (09)
Kayla Shoemaker (10)
Pam Showers, Watson Inn (11)
Barb Diehl, Coldwell Banker Penn One Real Estate (12)
Kevin Bittenbender (13)
Diana Johnson, First National Bank (14)
IMO Edie Moser, Borough of Watsontown (15)
Jeanette Calhoun, REMAX West Branch (16)
Kaitlin Diehl Snoddy (17)
Amanda Johnson (18)
Thomas Hetherington (19)
Shannon Smedley (20)
René Toro (21)
Kiwanis Club (22)
GFWC Warrior Run Woman’s Club (23)
Brendi Brooke (24)
Sue Straub, Arthur's Pet PAntry (25)
Past Recipients Business of the Year Since 2008
Dale R. Chomas, DMD (08)
Susquehanna Fire Equip Co. (09)
Bee Cee Hardware (10)
Cronrath-Grenoble Funeral Home (11)
Watsontown Glass (12)
None (13)
None (14)
Borough of Watsontown (15)
West Branch Re/Max Wally F. (16)
Kingdom Kidz (17)
Cronrath-Grenoble Funeral Home (18)
Pinpoint Federal Credit Union (19)
Rene’s Barber Shop (20)
Watson Inn (21)
The Standard-Journal (22)
Watsontown Historical Association (23)
Kiwanis (24)
Montgomery House Library (25)
Committee Lists/Purpose/Chair Persons
- BUSINESS PROMOTIONS –to promote member business and drive customers to those businesses. TBD
- MEMBERSHIP- Need chair person
- FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION-organizes the parade on Main Street, line up, judges, awards and works with the Fourth of July Committee. BARB DIEHL, KAITLIN
- WATSONTOWN COMMUNITY YARD SALES- pre-event preparation to help organize. BRENDI BROOKE, DIANA JOHNSON
- WEDNESDAYS IN WATSONTOWN-socializing for the community-Generally the 4th Wednesday 6-8PM/ May-Aug—Canal Boat Pavilion - BARB DIEHL, PAM SHOWERS
- MOVIES IN THE PARK-socializing for the community WENDY SHOEMAKER
- HOLIDAY FOOD DRIVES-community collection cannisters to donate to Neighbors Helping Neighbors, Need chair person
- BREAST CANCER AWARENESS DAY-promote awareness and celebrate community involvement.,
- Need chair person
- HALLOWEEN PARADE-organize and judge participants. REBEKAH GOLLA
- HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY-organize activities awaiting arrival of Santa -WENDY SHOEMAKER
- HOLIDAY DECORATING CONTEST-anonymous judging of community decorations need chair person
Our Country is celebrating 250 years of Independence on July 4th, 2026. Watsontown’s 250 Committee, along with several other organizations, have planned a series of events to commemorate such a milestone.
The events will highlight local, state and national events throughout our history. Mark your calendars, plan to attend and bring a friend. See Community Happenings section below for dates of scheduled events.
Community Happenings
Join in as Watsontown continues to celebrate America's 250th by learning
about local Women's impact on our history
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Sunday, March 15th First Presbyterian Church 401 Main St. Watsontown-2:00 P.M.
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Sunday April 12th Warrior Run Jr/Sr High Auditorium-Showing of the movie ”Surrender-The Sudden Death of Alvira PA” 2 P.M.
doors open at 1:30
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Sunday April 19th Trivia with Paul Smith- featuring State and local trivia at the Watsontown American Legion 2 P.M. Teams limit of 6- must pre-register.
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Monday May 25th Memorial Day Ceremony at Watsontown Cemetery and Parade organized by the Watsontown American Legion.
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May 31st
Memorial Day Program and Patriotic Music Program at Trinity UCC Church 602 Main Street
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Sunday June 7 Canal Boat Pavillion 2:00 P.M. Flag Day presentation and Patriotic sing along with Milltown Blues
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Saturday July 4th 10 AM Parade sponsored by the Watsontown Area Business Association followed by all day long entertainment and festivities in the park sponsored by the Borough of Watsontown and ending at dusk with a Ginormous Fireworks display.
Sunday August 2nd 4:00 P.M. Ice cream social and musical entertainment sponsored by the Watsontown Historical Association 109 Main St Watsontown.
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Stony Ridge Restrooms
Bethanie Allen
239 Kenwood Drive Allenwood PA 17810
570-713-4777
stoneyridgerestrooms@gmail.com
Montgomery House Library
20 Church Street
McEwensville, PA 17749
570-538-1381
Hours
MON/FRI 12p– 6p TUE/THU 12p-8p
WED 12p -4p
SAT: 8a-4p — (Summer 11a-2p)
SUN: Closed
Website: Montgomery House Library
#stackschat
Facebook Live
Mondays at 10:30 AM
CURRENT SPECIAL EVENTS
COLLECTING NEW SOCKS AND GENTLTY USED SHOES
Ginger Snap Photography
Cindie Lytle
327 Fairmont Drive Watsontown PA 17777
570-713-4301
gingersnapphotography5226.mypixieset.co
JOY PETCARE AT WARRIOR RUN
Joy Josephson
2410 8th St Drive Watsontown PA 17777
570-538-2393
JOYFULPETCARE.PET
484 East 8th Street
Watsontown Pa 17777
PA Fishing Licenses!
Licenses, permits, and gift vouchers for the 2026 season are now available! Natalie’s Notary
Brooks Funeral Home & Cremation Service P.C.
Watsontown Location
Sean S. Tetreault
Funeral Director, Supervisor/Owner, Certified Crematory Operator
124 Main Street Watsontown PA 17777
570-538-1675
Turbotville Location
Julie Brooks-Tetreault
Funeral Director/Supervisor
Steven D. Tetreault
Funeral Director, Certified Crematory Operator
207 Broadway Turbotville, PA 17772
Tel: 1-570-649-5837
Fax: 1-570-649-5675
Shane's Home Repair
Shane Youmans
15035 State Rte. 405 Watsontown PA 17777
570-244-7661
Facebook.com/shanehome repair
Fine Food, Events, Catering and Lodging in Watsontown, PA
Founded in 1857
Daily Specials
Live Entertainment
(570) 538-1832
BUSINESS HOURS
Monday 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Tue - Sun 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
OFFICE HOURS
Tuesday - Friday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
To schedule an event on Monday, or outside of normal business hours, please contact us by phone or site form.
TRIVIA NIGHT
Every Thursday Night 6:00 PM