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HARRISBURG, PA — State Senator Wayne Fontana announced Tuesday his intention to introduce a bill that will encourage more building construction, improvements, and conversions in local communities. The proposed legislation …
State Senator Fontana Proposes Bill to Extend Tax Abatement Period, Boosting Local Development Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators John Fetterman and Bob Casey, along with Representative Summer Lee, announced this week that Allegheny County will receive $2 million through the U.S. Department of …
Allegheny County Receives $2M Federal Grant for Penn Avenue Cap Connector Project Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In an exciting move that stands to benefit thousands of public servants across the state, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has joined forces with York College of Pennsylvania. …
A Boost for Public Servants: Pennsylvania Teams Up with York College to Offer Tuition Discounts Read More
HONEY BROOK, PA — In a significant boost to Chester County’s manufacturing sector, Metalum LLC, a local metal fabricator, has secured a 10-year, $2 million loan for a major expansion …
Local Metal Fabricator, Metalum LLC, Lands $2 Million Loan for Major Expansion Project Read More
EXTON, PA — The Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC) is urging businesses of all sizes to take advantage of a fixed interest rate of 5.5% through the Pennsylvania Catalyst Loan …
Chester County Economic Development Council Reports $1.4 Million Remains Available to Businesses of All Sizes Through PA Catalyst Loan Fund Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Treasury Department, led by State Treasurer Stacy Garrity, has announced a significant investment in the Ullico Infrastructure Fund. The move signifies a $25 million commitment …
Pennsylvania Treasury Announces $25 Million Infrastructure Investment, Expected to Generate Double Returns and Boost Job Market Read More
NEWVILLE, PA — Pioneering a new path for the Keystone State’s resurgence, Governor Josh Shapiro and Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary, Rick Siger, recently unveiled the first …
Pennsylvania Blooms with New Economic Development Strategy, with Agriculture Holding a Pivotal Role Read More
READING, PA — Berks County Department of Agriculture has recently announced a comprehensive initiative. This ambitious project, part of the county’s overarching economic development strategy, IMAGINE Berks, aims to assess …
Berks County Launches Initiative to Boost Agricultural Economy: A Roadmap for the Future Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has announced a $2.8 million grant program to boost the ranks of Pennsylvania’s direct care workforce. This initiative aims …
Pennsylvania Allocates $2.8M to Strengthen Direct Care Workforce: A Pivotal Investment in Quality of Care Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) has approved five new low-interest loans to stimulate business expansion in Bucks, Lehigh, Monroe, Perry, and Philadelphia counties. The …
Five Pennsylvania Counties to Benefit from Low-Interest Loans for Business Expansion Read More