Brian Pedersen, Author at LVB

Nonprofit eyes downtown Allentown for new science center

Da Vinci Science Center’s Science City project, once touted for Easton, has now selected downtown Allentown for its new complex.

Tax dispute weighs on supporters of Jim Thorpe’s business, tourism industry

The Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway runs a frequent train ride through Jim Thorpe but that might come to an end next month because of a tax dispute with the borough.

OraSure honored for contribution to life sciences

The Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corp. honored Bethlehem-based OraSure Technologies for its contributions to the life sciences industry and growth as a company that produces medical diagnostic tests.

Couple buys UPS Store on Lehigh Street

A local couple is capitalizing on the big growth area for consumers looking for shipping and 3D printing services with the purchase of their second UPS Store in the area.

Report shows speculative development down in industrial market

While a decline in spec development would signify there’s less demand for space and less confidence in the market, CBRE reported strong demand based on interest from those tenants looking for larger space.

Longtime manufacturing facility to become shipping supply store

The former Magnetic Windings manufacturing facility in Palmer Township recently sold for $3.4 million.

News October 17, 2019

Manufacturing group cites success of soft-skills job training program

The Northeast Pennsylvania Manufacturers & Employers Council continues to promote its YES (Your Employability Skills) certificate program. As it announced its 2018-19 results, the council said it has seen considerable success in placing graduates in high-paying jobs.

Pennsylvania issues new overtime rules

The state Department of Labor & Industry said the new regulation would expand eligibility for overtime to 143,000 people and strengthen overtime protections for 251,000 more.

Taco Bell to open near Route 33 in Plainfield Township

Those looking for a new fast food destination will find it when a Taco Bell opens in Plainfield Township next year. Construction is set to begin at the former site of the Wind Gap Professional Center on Sullivan Trail near Route 33. The eatery will have a 2,700-square-foot restaurant with a wrap-around drive-thru and parking.

Entrepreneurs, hors d’oeuvres and handshakes: innovators to gather at Factory LLC in Bethlehem

Factory LLC, a dormant steel mill-turned business innovation center on Columbia Street in Bethlehem, will host an event called Startup Valley on Oct. 30.

Carving out a niche, for 85 years

R&R Provision of Easton is a family-owned and operated food distributor and manufacturer specializing in custom-cut steaks and meats. Now in its 85th year, the company is looking to keep serving its niche clients in the restaurant and food service world.

Medical marijuana dispensary eyes Pocono market for third site

Keystone Canna Remedies, owner of the first medical marijuana dispensary to open in Pennsylvania, has a property in the Poconos that it is leasing for a dispensary that would open in the first quarter of 2020.