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PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania’s economy continues to demonstrate resilience amid broader national trends, with the state’s unemployment rate holding steady at a record low of 3.4% in November 2023, according to …
Pennsylvania’s Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at Record Low, Reflecting Resilient Economy Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Retired generals and admirals from the nonprofit organization Mission: Readiness, Brigadier General Laura McHugh of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard, and a bipartisan group of state lawmakers have …
Mission: Readiness Report Highlights Military Recruiting Shortfalls and Calls for Increased Investment in Pennsylvania’s Youth Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC) is inviting employers to a free workshop and breakfast on options for addressing employee childcare.
Employers Invited to Free Workshop on “Childcare: The Workforce Behind the Workforce” by Chester County Economic Development Council Read More
U.S. Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania has released a statement celebrating the tentative agreements reached by the United Auto Workers (UAW) with Stellantis and General Motors. If approved by UAW …
Fetterman Applauds United Auto Workers’ Historic Agreements with Big 3 Automakers Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed two key labor bills on Wednesday, October 18, 2023. The bills, H.B. 1449 and H.B. 1465, will now go to the state …
Pennsylvania House Passes Key Labor Bills: Strengthening Workforce and Infrastructure Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Yesterday, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, along with Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney and other key figures, highlighted the economic benefits of the Mid-Atlantic Clean Hydrogen Hub (MACH2) in …
Philadelphia to Become National Leader in Clean Energy with New Hydrogen Hub Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — State Senators Steve Santarsiero (D-10), Tina Tartaglione (D-2), Jimmy Dillon (D-5) and John Kane (D-9), and representatives from the building trades this week announced Build Better PA, …
State Senate Democratic Caucus Members Announce Build Better PA Read More
In today’s dynamic work environment, the importance of workplace benefits for parents cannot be overstated. Parents constitute a significant portion of our workforce, and their unique needs require thoughtful attention …
4 Workplace Benefits that Support Parents Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Secretary Nancy A. Walker announced the availability of $800,000 in grant funding to support Veterans Employment Program (VEP) projects committed to …
Pennsylvania Announces Funding to Expand Veterans Employment Program Read More
Chester County boasts an impressive educational sector that is a significant engine of its local economy. With the Downingtown Area School District, the PA State System of Higher Education, Chester …
Chester County’s Education Industry: Driving Economic Prosperity through Forward-Thinking Read More