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Northampton CC adds training programs for new career seekers
Northampton Community College is offering programs for those looking for a new career and those currently employed.
Community colleges partner on job retraining for workers displaced by COVID-19
The Workforce Board of the Lehigh Valley is partnering with Lehigh Carbon Community College and Northampton Community College on a job retraining program to help workers displaced by COVID-19.
Shuttered gyms are shifting to virtual training
Since COVID-19 forced the shutdown of gyms across the state, some smaller, boutique-style gyms have shifted their focus to virtual classes and training sessions, offering a service to members even though their doors are closed.
Non-union contractors: Northampton bidding rules discriminatory
Nearly two years ago, Northampton County Council passed a responsible contracting ordinance that some local contractors say has prevented them from bidding on public contracts.
Manufacturers Resource Center announces ‘What’s So Cool,’ winners in Berks, Schuylkill
The annual “What’s So Cool about Manufacturing?” video contest continues to grow each year. And this year’s Berks Schuylkill contest awards is no exception.
Manufacturers, students celebrate video contest winners
The 7th annual What’s So Cool About Manufacturing? video contest drew a record-breaking number of votes and more than 1,000 people to the award show last night to celebrate the winning entries at ArtsQuest Center in Bethlehem.
Muhlenberg’s new graduate programs target employers’ needs
Muhlenberg College in Allentown is offering two new graduate programs this fall with a goal to build knowledge in skills that are increasingly in demand by employers.
LCTI opens $4.2M center to meet growing demand for welders
Lehigh Career & Technical Institute of Schneckville recently celebrated the opening of its new Welding Technology Center, a $4.25 million project that doubled the welding program’s lab size.
UGI purchases land for training complex
UGI Utilities Inc. of Denver, Pa., said it has completed the purchase of a 40-acre site in Bern Township from the Greater Berks Development Fund where it plans to locate its new UGI Training Center complex.
Employers should not overlook older workers
While there are pros and cons on who to keep, there are good reasons why a seasoned employee has value, experts say.
Biz, Latino leaders push for accurate 2020 Census
The Latino population is growing, which makes education around the Census that much more critical, said the leader of Pennsylvania's Latino Connection.
Manufacturing group eyes growth with new location, more space
For more than 30 years a local nonprofit has helped companies train employees, increase productivity and open the doors by introducing students to the career possibilities in manufacturing. Now, it is looking to capitalize on that growth and offer more services and education to its clients.
