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BELLEFONTE, PA — Pennsylvania’s rural communities are confronting a critical juncture as they strive to revitalize their economies amid declining populations and fading traditional industries like coal mining and manufacturing. State …
Challenges and Opportunities: Revitalizing Pennsylvania’s Rural Economy Read More
CHESTER, PA — The City of Chester has announced new hires and promotions as it reorganizes its governance to revitalize its economy. The additions include professionals with extensive experience in …
Chester Strengthens Team for Economic Revitalization Read More
EXTON, PA — Project RECONNECT organized the “People.Connected Career Summit” on April 29 at the Desmond Hotel in Malvern, PA. This event, a collaboration between the Chester County Economic Development …
Project RECONNECT Launches Career Summit to Bridge Education and Employment in Southeastern Pennsylvania Read More
PETERSBURG, PA — In a move to bolster the state’s outdoor recreation industry, Pennsylvania recently launched the Outdoor Business Alliance, an initiative aimed at enhancing support for businesses within this …
Pennsylvania Pioneers Support for Outdoor Recreation Businesses with New Alliance Read More
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