The Trump administration on Tuesday will issue new guidelines that expand coronavirus vaccine eligibility to everyone age 65 and older, a senior official told CNBC.
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U.S. small businesses to get more cash as pandemic loan program re-opens
The U.S. government on Monday was set to re-open its signature small business pandemic aid program with $284 billion in new funds and revamped rules that aim to get cash to the most needy businesses while stamping out fraud and abuse.
Read More »Climate change has cost the U.S. billions of dollars in flood damage, study finds
Intensifying rainfall fueled by climate change has caused nearly $75 billion in flood damage in the U.S. in the past three decades, Stanford University researchers confirmed in a new study Monday.
Read More »Governor Wolf appoints new head of Pa.’s Open Records office
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf today appointed Liz Gerloff Wagenseller to lead the office of Open Records.
Read More »Pennsylvania makes $4.7M in grants to boost workforce training
A number of regional workforce development programs will benefit from $4.7 million in PAsmart Next Generation Industry Partnership Grants.
Read More »Born Creative brings collaborative approach to design and marketing process
“What’s different about Born Creative is the overall thought process. We’re more of a collaborative agency—we value people’s opinions,” said Randi Dean, Born Creative managing partner and creative director.
Read More »For health care workers, the pandemic is fueling renewed interest in unions
Research shows that health facilities with unions have better patient outcomes and are more likely to have inspections that can find and correct workplace hazards.
Read More »Businesses rethink political donations after Capitol siege
Businesses are rethinking political contributions in the wake of the deadly Capitol siege by President Donald Trump’s supporters on Wednesday.
Read More »As priorities shift, world’s largest cement firm inks $3.4 billion deal to focus on solar, green roofs
Cement maker LafargeHolcim has agreed to buy specialist roofing company Firestone Building Products for $3.4 billion, in the latest example of shifting priorities within the building industry.
Read More »How to plan for your child’s college costs
If your son or daughter is a high school senior this year, you’re probably in the midst of applying to colleges right now. There’s a lot for everyone to think about — where to apply, the steps involved in the application process and of course, the finances. This year things are certainly more challenging. A recent College Ave Student Loans ...
Read More »Tips to get your kids involved in the family budget
One resolution many families will try keep in 2021 is staying on top of the family budget. While many uncertainties still abound amid the COVID-19 pandemic, keeping your finances in line are more important than ever. While your thinking about the family budget for the next year, it could also be a perfect time to get your kids involved in ...
Read More »2020 taught us we can connect virtually
I realize it’s entirely cliché to look back at the year that just passed, but 2020 certainly was… interesting. I didn’t learn a new hobby or how to bake bread or start a business. I do feel like I learned some things, but a lot of it was reinforcing old lessons I’d kind of forgotten. For example, connections really can ...
Read More »Pennsylvania Farm Show is all virtual this year amid pandemic
Highlights will include a how to tie dye with plants, an alpaca obstacle course and agriculturally themed bedtime stories.
Read More »Study suggests Pfizer vaccine works against virus variant
New research suggests Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine can protect against a mutation found in the two more-contagious variants of the coronavirus that have erupted in Britain and South Africa.
Read More »Improvement in Covid-related mortgage bailouts drops dramatically along with job losses
More borrowers are getting current on their mortgages again, after falling behind on payments due to the economic hardships brought on by the coronavirus pandemic. The improvement, however, is slowing dramatically, which could hit the mortgage market harder in the coming months than previously expected.
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