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PITTSBURGH, PA — Earlier this week, the Keystone State took a moment to honor the individuals and organizations leading the charge in workforce innovation and development. The Pennsylvania Department of …
Shaping Pennsylvania’s Future: Celebrating Those at the Forefront of Workforce Development and Apprenticeships Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s labor market kicked off 2024 on a high note, with the state’s unemployment rate holding steady at 3.4% in January while total nonfarm jobs reached a …
Pennsylvania Employment Hits Record High, Unemployment Holds Steady Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The tranquil roads of Pennsylvania have been buzzing with optimism as Secretary Nancy A. Walker, the head of Pennsylvania’s Department of Labor & Industry (L&I), embarked on …
Reshaping Pennsylvania’s Workforce: Secretary Walker Promotes Skills-Based Hiring and Economic Opportunities for All Read More
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