Enbridge begins solar power project
Construction recently began on Enbridge’s $6.5 million Heidlersburg Solar Project in Tyrone Township in Blair County. The project, which is expected to begin functioning during the second quart...
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Temporary liability protections, agritourism bill awaits action by governor
Comprehensive legislation passed by the Republican-led Pennsylvania General Assembly last week to provide temporary liability protections during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic now includes a provision ...
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Coatesville Savings Bank announces name change to Prosper Bank
Coatesville Savings Bank leadership announced last week the company’s name change to Prosper Bank to reflect the bank’s growth and expanded reach over its 100 years in service. The company’s ...
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House adopts resolution honoring small-business development centers
The Pennsylvania House of Representatives recently adopted a resolution that honors small-business development centers for the work they provide. “Small businesses are the backbone of our communi...
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General Assembly approves legislation calling for temporary COVID-19 liability assistance
The Republican-led Pennsylvania General Assembly approved House Bill 1737, which offers temporary liability protections for healthcare providers, schools, businesses, manufacturers, and others from un...
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Sen. Manchin requests update on Appalachian Storage Hub
U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV), Energy and Natural Resources Committee ranking member, recently sent a letter to Dan Brouillette, U.S. Secretary of Energy, seeking an update on the proposed Appalachian ...
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Resolution urges Congress to exempt CARES funds from taxation
A resolution recently introduced in the state House urges the U.S. Congress to exempt federal CARES Act small business relief from taxation. Earlier this year, the state General Assembly allocated ...
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Central Pennsylvania Manufacturers’ Association announces plans for new training facility
The Manufacturers’ Association, the regional industry trade association for manufacturers in central Pennsylvania, announced plans to launch a “Manufacturing Center of Excellence for Apprenticeshi...
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Rep. Struzzi resolution opposing RGGI advanced by House environmental committee
The House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee has advanced a resolution formally opposing Gov. Tom Wolf’s plan to enter Pennsylvania into the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI). I...
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State approves Miller Fabrication Solution’s apprenticeship program
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) recently approved Miller Fabrication Solutions’ apprenticeship program. Approval means the program meets DLI standards and is eligible to r...
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84 Lumber reaches $4B in annual sales
84 Lumber Co., based in Washington County, reached $4 billion in annual sales for the first time in the company's 65-year history. "84 Lumber is proud to be an American company focused on putting A...
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NETL commits to prioritizing natural gas utilization in Appalachian region
National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) said it is committed to prioritizing natural gas utilization, leveraging its capabilities and expertise to identify more uses for natural gas and bring val...
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Clearly Clean Products wins excellence award
The Northeast Pennsylvania Manufacturers and Employers Association recently awarded Clearly Clean Products, a recyclable food tray manufacturer based in Schuylkill County, the 2020 Manufacturers and E...
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Pennsylvanians oppose government-run health care
According to a Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry poll, the majority of likely voters in Pennsylvania oppose a public option in health care. A public option means the number of individua...
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PNC acquires Spain’s BBVA U.S. operations for $11.6B
The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (PNC), one of the largest diversified financial services institutions in the United States, announced Monday that the company has signed a definitive agreement w...
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West Penn Power completes maintenance in preparation for winter
West Penn Power recently completed inspecting and performing maintenance on weather-sensitive equipment in preparation for winter. "Our preparations do not end with inspecting electrical infrastruc...
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Braskem invests $10M in Pittsburgh innovation center
Braskem, a petrochemical company, recently invested $10 million to expand its U.S. Innovation and Technology (I&T) Center located in Pittsburgh. The facility, a polymer research center, is the comp...
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Contura agrees to divestment of Pennsylvania operations, including Cumberland Mine
Contura Energy, Inc., a leading U.S. supplier of metallurgical products for the steel-making industry based in Bristol, Tenn., signed a definitive agreement with Iron Senergy Holding, LLC last week fo...
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Aramark launches management solution
Aramark, a company that provides uniforms and facilities management, recently launched a building and asset management solution designed for owners and operators. Aramark Intelligent Workplace Expe...
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Low-priced natural gas saves customers in the tristate area $107.5B
Families and businesses in Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey saved more than $107.5 billion in energy bills from 2008-2018, according to the Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA). Residential users...
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