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HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant move to bolster the organic agriculture sector, the Shapiro Administration has announced a new grant opportunity for Pennsylvanians aspiring to be organic farmers. The …
Pennsylvania Boosts Organic Farming with New Apprenticeship Grants Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry recently announced a significant boost to the local economy with a $250,000 grant awarded to the Chester County Economic …
Chester County Economic Development Foundation Receives $250,000 Grant for Workforce Development Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) is ramping up its protection of workers’ rights as it witnessed a significant uptick in labor law violation complaints …
Pennsylvania Labor Department Cracks Down on Labor Law Violations, Recoups $4M in Lost Wages Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Secretary Nancy A. Walker of the Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) is reminding Pennsylvanians who received Unemployment Compensation (UC) benefits in 2023 to keep an eye …
Pennsylvanians Receiving Unemployment Benefits Urged to Look Out for Essential Tax Document Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a move that underscores the state’s commitment to its veteran community, Pennsylvania’s Deparor & Industry (L&I) has announced an investment of $600,000 in funding to three …
Pennsylvania Pumps $600,000 into Veterans Employment Program to Boost Job Opportunities Read More HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has levied a $300,000 fine on GCWen Management, operator of 21 Wendy’s franchises across Bucks, Montgomery, and Chester counties. The …
Fast-Food Franchise Hit with $300,000 Fine for Child Labor Violations across Bucks, Montgomery, and Chester Counties Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s economy is showing signs of robust health as the state’s unemployment rate dipped to 3.5% in December 2023, according to a preliminary report released by the …
Pennsylvania Unemployment Rate Drops to 3.5%, Boosting State Economy Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Shapiro Administration has announced a pioneering effort to combat the ongoing staffing shortages in Pennsylvania schools. A $379,000 grant has been awarded to Central Susquehanna Intermediate …
Innovative Apprenticeship Program Aims to Address Pennsylvania’s Teacher Shortage Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has announced a $2.8 million grant program to boost the ranks of Pennsylvania’s direct care workforce. This initiative aims …
Pennsylvania Allocates $2.8M to Strengthen Direct Care Workforce: A Pivotal Investment in Quality of Care Read More
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