New alliance works to secure health care supply chain in Pennsylvania
A newly formed alliance brought health care and provider industries together in Harrisburg Tuesday to ensure health care products and equipment are available when needed.
$1.2 million in grants to address nursing shortage
The state Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Monday announced $1.2 million in grants to address the nursing shortage.
State invests nearly $7.5 million to save farmland from development
The state Department of Agriculture Thursday said nearly $7.5 million was invested in protecting 24 farms from future development.
PennDOT to hold conference on contracting opportunities
PennDOT will host a one-day conference, Pathways to PennDOT on Oct. 18 to connect small, minority, women-owned and disadvantaged business enterprises (DBEs) with potential contracting opportunities at the department.
DCNR to use 100% electricity from renewable sources by 2030
The state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) will produce or purchase 100% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030.
State to receive $900 million in federal funding for climate-smart ag practices
Pennsylvania will receive more than $900 million in federal funding to support farm organizations, businesses and research institutions using climate-smart practices.
Ghana reps visit Millersville University to explore trade partnerships
A delegation from the Republic of Ghana came to Millersville University Thursday to explore trade agreements and partnerships with local companies.
State holds Bringing the World to PA event to encourage international trade
Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Acting Secretary Neil Weaver today announced the start of the Bringing the World to PA event (BTW2PA).
L&I’s Berrier reflects on economy ahead of Labor Day
To celebrate Labor Day, Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Secretary Jennifer Berrier joined labor leaders and legislators to reflect on Pennsylvania's strong economy Wednesday.
State invests $2 million to research climate change; improve technology
Pennsylvania is investing more than $2 million in research to battle the effects of climate change.
Medical malpractice ruling could be more equitable for patients
The state Supreme Court ruling that allows medical malpractice lawsuits to be filed in any county where the doctor or medical facility does business is more equitable to the patients. So said Tom Hall, managing partner at Atlee Hall LLP, Lancaster.
Medical malpractice cases again can be tried in any county
The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania reversed a 2002 ruling Thursday, allowing medical malpractice claimants to bring their case to court in counties other than where the injury occurred.