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Nov 6, 2025

Lehigh Valley gaining Business Assistance Service Centers

Lt. Gov. Austin Davis announced that more than $21 million is being invested by the Shapiro-Davis Administration to create small Business Assistance Service Centers across Pennsylvania, including the Lehigh Valley.

Nov 6, 2025

Shapiro Admin invests over $4M through new PIDA loans for Berks, Lancaster businesses

DCED Secretary Rick Siger announced the approval of the low-interest loans through PIDA to help boost business growth and create and retain jobs in Berks and Lancaster counties.

Jul 3, 2025

Shapiro Administration invests $1M to grow Bucks County business

DCED Secretary Rick Siger announced a $1M PIDA loan will help Filter Services Inc. expand in Bucks County, creating 7 new jobs, retaining 15, and supporting $2.6M in economic activity.

Jun 26, 2025

NCC receives grant to boost workforce training

Northampton Community College receives $194K state grant to train 30 students in precision machining and CNC skills through new industry-focused courses.

Apr 8, 2025

Shapiro announces new Main Street Matters initiatives in Lehigh Valley

Gov. Josh Shapiro announced 81 new Main Street Matters investments to create economic opportunity for small businesses across Pennsylvania.

Apr 7, 2025

Lehigh Valley universities receiving funding for manufacturing research projects

DCED Secretary Rick Siger announced more than $2.8 million in grants through the Manufacturing PA Innovation Program.

Nov 14, 2024

Lehigh Valley receiving jobs, tourism investment from Shapiro Administration

Lehigh, Monroe, and Montgomery counties are among those receiving investments through the DCED’s Sports Marketing and Tourism Program.

Oct 23, 2024

New $10M pilot program to expand housing options in Pa.

A new $10 million pilot program to expand affordable housing options was announced Wednesday by the Shapiro Administration.

Oct 22, 2024

Pa.’s new investment in manufacturing careers will impact Lehigh Valley schools

Pennsylvania has announced a new investment in manufacturing careers.

Oct 15, 2024

Pa. small businesses eye expansion into international marketplace

The Shapiro Administration is providing $800,000 to help Pennsylvania’s small businesses grow and expand into the international marketplace.

Pennsylvania DCED Secretary Rick Siger helps cut the ribbon at an expansion at Hydro in Cressona, Schuylkill County. PHOTO/PA GOV OFFICE
Oct 3, 2024

Ribbon cutting held at Hydro Cressona expansion

Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Rick Siger was in Schuylkill County Wednesday to promote the state’s investments in the advanced manufacturing industry and help cut the ribbon on Hydro’s growing extrusion plant in Cressona. 

Sep 26, 2024

DCED launches promotion of fall tourism in Pa.

The Department of Community and Economic Development announced a campaign to promote fall tourism in Pennsylvania.