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HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania is building a better future—literally. The Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has unveiled a significant $1.5 million investment to expand apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs in the …
Pennsylvania Invests $1.5M in Apprenticeships to Hammer Home Opportunity and Diversity Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s economy continues to show resilience, even as slight shifts in unemployment offer a reminder of the challenges facing the broader labor market. The Pennsylvania Department of …
Pennsylvania’s Job Market Holds Steady Amid National Fluctuations Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania is making a bold move to future-proof its workforce and supercharge the economy. The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) recently announced an investment of nearly …
Pennsylvania Invests $5 Million to Power Up Workforce Development and Boost Economic Growth Read More
HUGHESVILLE, PA — The Shapiro Administration is making a bold statement on the future of Pennsylvania’s workforce. On Thursday, Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry Secretary Nancy A. Walker visited the …
$5 Million Boost to Lycoming CTC Promises to Reshape Workforce Development in Pennsylvania Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Orleans Technical College, a beacon of opportunity for hands-on education and workforce development, marked its 50th anniversary with a bold celebration underscoring its critical role in shaping Pennsylvania’s …
Celebrating 50 Years of Orleans Technical College—A Blueprint for Pennsylvania’s Workforce Future Read More
GETTYSBURG, PA — The Gettysburg Foundation has been recognized for its exemplary dedication to workplace safety, receiving the prestigious 2024 Governor’s Award for Safety Excellence (GASE). The award, presented by Pennsylvania …
Gettysburg Foundation Honored with 2024 Governor’s Award for Safety Excellence Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A landmark step toward workplace equity has been introduced by the Biden Administration, with officials unveiling a proposed rule to phase out the payment of subminimum wages to …
Biden Administration Moves to End Subminimum Wages for Workers with Disabilities Read More
WOMELSDORF, PA — Pennsylvania’s agricultural sector continues its forward momentum through innovative workforce training initiatives. Last week, Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and Labor & Industry Secretary Nancy A. Walker joined the …
Revolutionizing Pennsylvania Dairy: How Apprenticeships Are Shaping the Future of Farming Read More
BETHLEHEM, PA — In a spirited commencement of National Apprenticeship Week, Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Secretary Nancy A. Walker underscored the importance of apprenticeship programs as vital elements …
Unlocking Potential: Pennsylvania Boosts Workforce Development with Expanded Apprenticeship Opportunities Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry has released its preliminary employment situation report for October 2024, revealing a steadfast unemployment rate of 3.4%. This marks the 13th …
Pennsylvania’s Job Market Defies Odds! Unemployment Holds Steady at Record Low Amid Shocking Labor Force Changes! Read More