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HARRISBURG, PA — Point Park University emerged victorious in the sixth annual 2024 Direct Effect™ Innovation Challenge (DEIC), a prestigious competition that brings together students from postsecondary institutions across Pennsylvania to …
Point Park University Leads the Charge: Innovating Pennsylvania’s Sustainable Future with Winning Campaign Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has finalized a transformative rule designed to significantly enhance consumer rights regarding personal financial data. This landmark regulation mandates that financial …
CFPB Implements Groundbreaking Rule to Enhance Consumer Control Over Financial Data Read More
MALVERN, PA — Invent Penn State LaunchBoxesTM at Brandywine and Great Valley and the Ideas x Innovation Network (i2n), an initiative of the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC), are partnering to deliver a …
LionCage Pitch Competition Offers Entrepreneurs Exposure and Connections, Chance to Win Cash Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) recently announced a new round of funding totaling approximately $504 million. These implementation grants aim to scale up …
U.S. Commerce Department Awards $504 Million to Boost Tech Hubs Nationwide Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Defense (DoD) recently published the National Defense Industrial Strategy (NDIS) Interim Implementation Report. This document details the progress made toward enhancing the nation’s defense …
DOD Report Highlights Progress in Strengthening Defense Industrial Base Read More
UPPER PROVIDENCE, PA — The Township of Upper Providence has expanded its partnership with GovPilot, a New Jersey-based government management software provider. This collaboration aims to enhance the efficiency and …
Upper Providence Township Expands Partnership with GovPilot to Streamline Municipal Operations Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro recently signed Senate Bill 497 into law, a move poised to transform Pennsylvania into a hub for advanced manufacturing. This legislation aims to forge …
Governor Shapiro Signs Bill to Boost Advanced Manufacturing in Pennsylvania Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA) announced its receipt of three awards at the 2024 Edison Awards™, marking the company’s sixth consecutive year of recognition for its innovations. …
Axalta Wins Three Edison Awards for Innovation in Coatings and Environmental Solutions Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) recently unveiled the names of 12 exceptional educators nominated for the prestigious 2025 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year award, placing a …
Downingtown Middle School’s Anne Fisher Among Finalists for 2025 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania has awarded over $3 million in grants to 45 student-led research projects. This investment, announced by Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger …
Pennsylvania Powers the Future of Manufacturing with $3 Million in Student Research Grants Read More