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Pennsylvania Unlocks Growth with Low-Interest Loans: New Jobs and Opportunities in Centre, Lancaster, and Westmoreland Counties

December 8, 2024December 7, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority (PIDA) has approved new low-interest loans aimed at fostering business expansion and securing employment opportunities across the Commonwealth. Announced by Department of …

Phoenixville

How Governor Shapiro’s Visit Spurs Economic Growth and Revitalizes Phoenixville’s Downtown

December 7, 2024December 7, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

PHOENIXVILLE, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro visited Bridge Street in downtown Phoenixville during the holiday season to highlight his administration’s commitment to fostering economic growth through support for small businesses and …

Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania’s Creative Sector Booms, Contributing Over $30 Billion to State Economy

April 21, 2024August 17, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — The creative sector in Pennsylvania has emerged as a substantial force in the state’s economy, with newly released data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) and …

Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Blooms with New Economic Development Strategy, with Agriculture Holding a Pivotal Role

February 2, 2024February 2, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

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

PA House Democrats Back Gov. Shapiro’s Bold Economic Vision: Aiming to Lead the Technological Revolution

January 31, 2024January 31, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania House Democratic Leaders have thrown their weight behind Governor Josh Shapiro’s ambitious economic development plan. The strategy, which marks the state’s first comprehensive economic blueprint in …

Pennsylvania

A Game Plan for Growth: Pennsylvania Launches Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy

January 31, 2024January 31, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania, under the leadership of Governor Josh Shapiro, is pioneering its first sweeping economic development strategy in nearly two decades. Meant to harness and capitalize on the …

National

America’s Fiscal Crisis: Navigating Government Overspending and Rising Inflation

January 18, 2024January 18, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

Within the pulse of economic discourse, the question of who is to blame for rising inflation rates often surfaces. David N. Taylor, President and CEO of the Pennsylvania Manufacturers’ Association, …

Economy / Special Feature

Understanding Economic Indicators and Their Impact on Businesses

December 20, 2023December 19, 2023 - by Timothy Alexander

Economic indicators are statistical data that provide insights into the overall health of an economy. They are critical tools for businesses, helping them make informed decisions regarding investments, expansions, and …

Business / Special Feature

Unlocking the Mystery of the Starbucks Effect

July 5, 2023July 4, 2023 - by Timothy Alexander

The Starbucks Effect is a phenomenon that has been observed in many cities across the world. It refers to the fact that when a Starbucks coffee shop opens in a …

Lifestyle

Chester County Ranked Richest County in Pennsylvania

May 5, 2023May 4, 2023 - by Alec Robson

Credit Karma, a popular personal finance website, recently published their rankings of the richest counties in the United States. The top spot in Pennsylvania went to none other than Chester …