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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
PENNSYLVANIA — The Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has observed a significant rise in child labor cases referred for investigation. Since the Secretary, Nancy A. Walker, prioritized addressing child …
Surge in Reported Cases: PA Department of Labor & Industry Cracks Down on Child Labor Law Violations Read More
In the current economic climate, small businesses are finding themselves in a challenging position. The labor market has tightened significantly, making it increasingly difficult for these enterprises to attract and …
Attracting Workers in a Tight Labor Market: 3 Creative Strategies for Small Businesses Read More
Chester County, Pennsylvania, shines as an exemplar of economic prosperity in the region with elevated household incomes and a vibrant economy that surpasses both state and regional averages. Its economic …
The Most Important Industries in Chester County Read More
Starting a business comes with a myriad of challenges and decisions to make. Among the most critical, yet often difficult, is the decision to hire your first employee. It’s a …
Taking the Plunge: The Right Time to Bring On Your First Employee Read More
They were called “Breaker Boys” – boys as young as eight years old perched above fast-moving conveyor belts carrying tons of raw coal, picking slate out of the coal with their bare hands 10 hours a day, six days a week. They bled. Their young lungs were poisoned. They were caught in machinery and died.
Child Labor: Which Side Are You On? Read More