More than 200,000 players and spectators from around the world came together at Oakmont Country Club near Pittsburgh for the USGA’s 125th championship golf event June 12-15. Tourism is a […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
One year ago, Governor Shapiro and his Administration united Pittsburgh’s private sector, corporate leaders, local nonprofits, and county and city government behind an historic 10-year revitalization plan for the city’s […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Pennsylvania is the only state with a implementing transformative changes to permitting and licensing, and making strategic investments to expand opportunity across the Commonwealth. Harrisburg, PA – New data from […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Pennsylvania remains the only state in the Northeast with an economy that’s growing, according to the latest analysis from Moody’s Analytics. Since taking office, Governor Shapiro and his Administration have […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
“Pennsylvania is positioning itself at the forefront of America’s energy transition — enabling us to bring America’s battery to scale.” “Eos Energy’s expansion in Allegheny County is a testament to […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
The Commonwealth is investing $22 million in the zinc-based battery manufacturer to support its headquarters relocation to Pittsburgh’s North Shore and further grow its Western Pennsylvania manufacturing operations. Today’s announcement […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
The Commonwealth is investing nearly $1 million in the expansion project, which has the powdered metals manufacturer moving into a larger facility at the St. Marys Industrial Airport Park. Growing […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
The new marketing campaigns highlight Pennsylvania as a destination of choice for Black, Hispanic, and LGBTQ+ tourists. Tourism is a key economic driver in Pennsylvania, and the Shapiro Administration invites […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Shapiro Administration Delivers Funding to Bethlehem, Lancaster, & Tamaqua through City Revitalization and Improvement Zone (CRIZ) Program Erie and Reading Take Important Steps Forward to Benefit from CRIZ Program, Spur […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Governor Shapiro’s Administration is improving the Bayfront Parkway to enhance access and safety, supporting the Market House development to create a vibrant downtown marketplace, and developing the McKean Business Park […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
The funding will support 30 drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, and non-point source projects across the Commonwealth to strengthen water systems and improve water quality for Pennsylvania communities. This funding round […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
The air filtration equipment manufacturer has acquired a third Pennsylvania location in Hadley to expand its production capabilities. The Commonwealth is investing over $1.8 million in the project, which will […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
The event marked Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)’s landmark $1.7 billion Terminal Modernization Program — creating a modern, sustainable, and passenger-focused 811,000-square-foot terminal that will streamline travel, showcase Western Pennsylvania’s art […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Pennsylvania is the only state in the Northeast with an economy that’s growing, according to a new report from Axios. The news comes less than week after the Commonwealth was […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
“Speed matters. This has been an excellent program.” “Over the past two years, we’ve seen firsthand Governor Shapiro’s commitment to strengthening Pennsylvania’s economy, supporting working families, and creating opportunities in […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Governor Shapiro created the PA SITES program after consulting with national site selectors, allowing Pennsylvania to develop more readily available sites to attract companies, investment, and good jobs to the […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Canadian Tourism is a key driver of Pennsylvania’s hospitality industry and the Shapiro Administration is committed to inviting travelers to experience all Pennsylvania has to offer. Governor Shapiro included $65 […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
The rodent-repellent trash bag manufacturer Mint-X is relocating from Queens, New York, to a larger facility in Hazleton to meet demand for its products. Growing the manufacturing industry is a […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Since taking office, Governor Shapiro and his Administration has made Pennsylvania more competitive, cut red tape, and attracted over $25.6 billion in private sector investment — creating more than 12,400 […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
One year ago, Governor Shapiro united Pittsburgh’s private sector, corporate leaders, local nonprofits, and county and city government behind a concrete 10-year plan to build more housing, revitalize public spaces, […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
The life science design firm will invest in new expanded office space, a project that will create 48 new jobs, while retaining the current team Governor Josh Shapiro and his […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
A global leader in science-backed sustainable nutrition for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical markets is transforming the Bethlehem manufacturing facility into a coffee roasting and extraction site, with plans to […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
A leading manufacturer of sheet metal fabrication, the company chose Pennsylvania over Kentucky to expand its operation by leasing up to 40,000 square feet of additional space at their Franklin […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
The Commonwealth is investing $1.5 million to support the expansion of the leading life sciences company’s medical device manufacturing facility in Allentown to help meet the demand for infusion therapy […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Governor Josh Shapiro is committed to driving tourism and economic growth to the Commonwealth and is calling for $65 million in funding in his 2025-26 proposed budget to prepare for […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
The Bucks County-based pharmaceutical drug manufacturer, which is expanding its Levittown operation to meet product demand, will also retain 22 existing positions. Since taking office, Governor Shapiro and his Administration […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Since taking office, the Shapiro Administration has invested more than $34 million in the Hanwha Philly Shipyard and surrounding Philadelphia Navy Yard to expand shipbuilding, create jobs, and build out […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
The two weeks of annual games, which concluded yesterday, brought teams and fans from across the globe to Northcentral Pennsylvania. Governor Josh Shapiro is committed to driving tourism and economic […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Governor Shapiro is getting stuff done for Pennsylvanians – cutting taxes, investing in education and public safety, and leading on economic development, making Pennsylvania a great place to live, work, […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
“Main Street Matters is an important addition to our community, and we are truly humbled and grateful for this recognition.” “As Secretary Siger and Governor Shapiro have said, economic and […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
This new designation through the Main Street Matters program enables Downtown Lewistown, Inc. to apply for up to $225,000 in supportive grant funding. Governor Shapiro created the Main Street Matters […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
“We are most grateful to Governor Shapiro for his keen awareness on the importance of this infrastructure…the focus of enhancing and expanding tourism is the lifeline to success of White […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
The Marketing to Attract Tourists grant will be used for new gas pump storage tanks, allowing the Galeton store to reopen its fuel pump — the only one available for […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
The metal fabrication company will breathe new life into a vacant building in York, opening a second manufacturing operation in the area that will create 75 new jobs and retain […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Governor Shapiro’s bold, commonsense strategy is delivering real results for Pennsylvanians — securing more than $25 billion in private investment, creating nearly 11,000 new jobs, ranking Pennsylvania among the top […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Governor Shapiro and his Administration are competing for and winning business investments in Pennsylvania — including the recent $20 billion deal from Amazon that’s the largest private sector investment in […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
The company, which has developed a process to improve the efficiency of hydrogen storage and distribution, is building its first manufacturing facility in the Marcellus Energy Park in Lycoming County. […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
The Commonwealth is investing $4 million to support the expansion of Rhoads Industries’ manufacturing operations at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. Today’s announcement is another major win for Pennsylvania, just weeks […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
The company will breathe new life into a vacant manufacturing facility and create economic opportunity for prior employees of Joriki Beverages, which closed its production operation in Pittston earlier this […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
For the second year in a row, VISITPA partnered with Pocono Raceway for the annual NASCAR Cup Series race — an event that will inject up to $100 million into […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Shapiro Administration continues to eliminate red tape and reduce processing times for permits, licenses, and certificates. Department of State recently achieved one-day processing times for certain kinds of business filings […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Speaking to thousands of industry leaders, investors, and researchers, Governor Shapiro highlighted Pennsylvania’s leadership in life sciences and his Administration’s strategic investments to drive innovation, grow the economy, and create […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
The Commonwealth is investing more than $3 million to help the engineered solutions company, headquartered in Pennsylvania, expand into a 170,000-square-foot facility in Murrysville. Governor Josh Shapiro’s 2025-26 proposed budget […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
“Gov. Josh Shapiro’s proposed innovation fund is exactly the kind of bold move we need to help power up Pennsylvania’s innovation economy. It’s a smart, future-focused investment in industries that […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Building on $20 billion Amazon investment this week, the Pennsylvania-based air curtains manufacturer is constructing a 55,000-square-foot addition to its manufacturing center in New Castle. The Commonwealth is investing $3 […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Business Leaders and Legislators Praise Governor Shapiro’s Work to Secure Amazon’s Historic $20 Billion Investment in Pennsylvania “I want to thank the Governor for being a tireless champion for the […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Amazon investment in Pennsylvania will bring 1,250 jobs and expand education and training programs Berwick, PA – Governor Josh Shapiro today announced that Amazon is planning to invest at least […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Visiting during Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, Governor Shapiro met with small business owners and community leaders to discuss his work to secure targeted investments and improve […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Governor Shapiro’s 2025-26 proposed budget includes a new $50 million investment to create the PA Innovation program to further position the Commonwealth as an economic development and innovation leader. This […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Over the past 2 years, the Shapiro Administration has supported nearly 100 companies expanding to or in Pennsylvania, creating and retaining thousands of jobs while reigniting Pennsylvania’s economy. The Governor […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
As part of its commitment to the Commonwealth, the bone broth company is investing $19.1 million into the project and creating 149 new jobs. Governor Josh Shapiro’s 2025-26 proposed budget […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Philadelphia restaurants and chefs will now be considered for the world-renowned dining guidebook and inspectors are already making reservations at local eateries for consideration in the upcoming edition. Governor Shapiro […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Following through on a key promise, PA SITES initiative will help create jobs, drive economic growth, and spur innovation by building shovel-ready sites for businesses. “This transformative investment from the […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
The $30 million investment in the Philadelphia Navy Yard is part of the Governor’s first round of PA SITES funding — a total of $64 million awarded to 11 strategic […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
“It gives us the ability to develop and proactively market new ‘shovel-ready’ sites – something that’s absolutely critical for attracting new employers.” “The support of federal, state, and local leaders, […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Governor Josh Shapiro created the PA SITES program after consulting with national site selectors, allowing Pennsylvania to develop more readily available sites to attract companies, investment, and good jobs to […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Doubling down on their commitment to the Commonwealth, Hershey’s new state-of-the-art facility — located in the sweetest place on Earth — is part of a broader $1 billion expansion plan […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
19 total officials and local governments were recognized for serving their communities. The City of Scranton was also awarded with the 2024 ‘Secretary’s Award for Municipal Excellence’ from DCED. Harrisburg, […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Governor Shapiro created the Main Street Matters initiative and secured $20 million as part of the 2024-25 bipartisan budget, fulfilling a key promise he made to invest in projects that […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
As part of its commitment to the Commonwealth, the global leader in high-voltage technology projects plans to invest $70 million expanding its three facilities, creating more than 100 new jobs. […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
Governor Shapiro created the Main Street Matters initiative to build on the Keystone Communities Program’s success and secured $20 million as part of the 2024-25 bipartisan budget, fulfilling a key […]| PA Department of Community & Economic Development
By Gordon Tomb Gov. Josh Shapiro’s proposal to cap electricity prices could, perversely, lead to higher customer bills and a greater risk of blackouts, according to America’s Power, a trade organization of coal-fired power plants. Following negotiations with the governor, power grid operator PJM Interconnection submitted a plan to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to restrict prices for two … Read more| CO2 Coalition
