The 23rd annual Lehigh Valley Auto Show, which takes place March 19-22 at Lehigh University’s Goodman Campus, is expected to draw about 45,000 people and raise thousands for local nonprofits.
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Transportation & Distribution
Economic output for private industry in the Lehigh Valley surpassed $41B
The economy of the Lehigh and Northampton counties is growing significantly, with several factors contributing to the strength of several large sectors, including construction, manufacturing and health care. Last year showed strong growth and 2020 has potential to bring more, experts say.
Read More »Dealerships put students in driver’s seat for technical school job program
Several Lehigh Valley auto dealerships are collaborating with a Philadelphia-area technical school to create an early employment program.
Read More »Sale of farmland could prompt industrial development in Forks Township
The recent sale of about 30 acres of farmland in Forks Township could prompt the development of a new warehouse or other type of industrial use on the land.
Read More »Coronavirus expert to employers: Be proactive, don’t panic
Though fear of the Coronavirus is sweeping the country, Pennsylvania residents are more likely to catch the common flu, according to the state Department of Health. However, there are precautions that employers should be mindful of, according to experts.
Read More »PennEast seeks federal approval to build $1B natural gas pipeline in two phases
PennEast Pipeline Co. LLC of Wyomissing is seeking federal approval to build a natural gas pipeline between Pennsylvania and New Jersey in two phases.
Read More »Mack announces new truck line to be built in Virginia
Mack Trucks is launching a new medium-duty truck line, but the trucks won’t be manufactured in the Lehigh Valley.
Read More »UPS to expand in Allentown, Philadelphia, and Harrisburg
The world’s largest parcel delivery company and supply chain manager announced a $1.4 billion expansion project in Pennsylvania, creating more than 1,721 new full-time jobs. UPS will expand operations in Dauphin, Lehigh, Cumberland, Northumberland and Philadelphia counties.
Read More »Airport authority seeks FAA approval on nearly 300-acre development
After negotiating for about two years, the Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority and Bethlehem developer Majestic Realty have reached an agreement on the development of a business park.
Read More »Mack Trucks to continue NASCAR hauling partnership
Before NASCAR’s race cars hit the track, they need to be hauled there, and, thanks to a new partnership agreement, Lehigh Valley-made Mack Trucks will continue to do the job.
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