Shapiro Administration invests nearly $5M in workforce, industry
Department of Labor & Industry Secretary Nancy Walker said Industry Partnerships highlight the Shapiro Administration’s investments in Pennsylvania’s workforce.
PPL Foundation awards educational grants in eastern Pa.
Grants have been awarded to nonprofit organizations across eastern Pennsylvania as part of the PPL Foundation’s 2024 Energizing Education grants.
Pa. unemployment rate remains well below national average
Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate remained unchanged at 3.4% in October, the Department of Labor & Industry announced on Friday.
PHEAA expands programs of career study
The Pennsylvania Targeted Industry Program has been expanded by the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.
Berks, Lehigh projects receive new funding from Shapiro Administration
Projects in Berks and Lehigh counties are among the more than 400 across Pennsylvania to receive new funding, Gov. Josh Shapiro recently announced.
Pa. businesses encouraged to use new tax credits
Pennsylvania businesses are being encouraged to use new tax credits for matching contributions to employees’ savings programs.
Pa.’s new investment in manufacturing careers will impact Lehigh Valley schools
Pennsylvania has announced a new investment in manufacturing careers.
USDA partnering with Pa. farmers, small businesses to create jobs, lower energy costs
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is partnering with farmers and small business owners to expand access to clean energy, create jobs and help lower their energy bills.
Pa. unemployment remains below national average; non-farm jobs reach record high
Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate remains at 3.4% in September, while the total number of non-farm jobs reached a record high for the 14th straight month.
New Pa. program investing in workers with disabilities
L&I Secretary Nancy Walker announced a new program to aid Pennsylvania workers with disabilities has been launched by the Department of Labor & Industry.
LV Chamber partnering with E-town College for tuition discount
The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce is partnering with Elizabethtown College’s School of Graduate and Professional Studies on a tuition discount.
PASSHE seeks to maintain tuition freeze; appoints chancellor
The Board of Governors of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education have announced two actions impacting universities and colleges in the commonwealth.











