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Aug 10, 2026

Lori Maley leads Bank of Bird-in-Hand’s growth in Lancaster County

Lori Maley, CEO of Bank of Bird-in-Hand, discusses the bank’s unique community focus and growth to $1.9 billion in assets serving Lancaster County.

Mar 11, 2026

Shapiro secures $132.9M investment from Schreiber Foods for Cumberland County

Gov. Josh Shapiro announced that his administration secured a $132.9 million investment from Shippensburg-based dairy products manufacturer Schreiber Foods for Cumberland County.

Mar 2, 2026

Nationally renowned finance researcher analyzes Central Pa., U.S. economic outlook

Nationally renowned finance analyst and researcher offers mixed reviews for the economic outlook in Central Pennsylvania and the U.S.

Oct 28, 2025

Pa. confirmed as lone Northeast state with growing economy

Moody’s  confirmed that Pennsylvania remains the lone Northeast state with a growing economy. New data reveals that more than $31.6 billion has been secured in private sector investments and over 16,700 jobs created since the start of the Shapiro Administration.

Sep 22, 2025

Lancaster County economy negatively affected by federal tariffs, report states

Federal tariffs-fueled uncertainty continues to challenge Lancaster County employers, according to the Economic Intelligence Report by EDC Lancaster County.

Jul 29, 2025

PA winemakers, lawmakers explore how to grow local industry

Pennsylvania's wine and grape industry supports more than 10,700 jobs and pays more than $518 million in wages.

May 28, 2025

PA doubles farm grants to boost business planning

Pennsylvania farmers can now receive up to $15K for strategic planning through doubled Farm Vitality Grants under the Shapiro Administration.

Apr 22, 2025

Central Pa. organizations receiving funding for agriculture, health care, tech

Pennsylvania L&I Secretary Nancy Walker said Governor Shapiro is taking action to strengthen the state’s workforce.

Mar 4, 2025

Pa. partnering with USDA to support farms, food businesses

Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding announced a partnership with the USDA Northeast Regional Food Business Center to support small and mid-sized farms and food businesses.

Jan 30, 2025

Central Pa. small businesses gain state grants to stay competitive

Agriculture Secretary Russell said the grants help small meat and poultry processors meet the demand from customers who want to buy locally.

Jan 7, 2025

Central Pa. counties gain ag grants to expand career opportunities

Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding said investments in agriculture education will help Pennsylvania agriculture businesses meet complex challenges.

Dec 13, 2024

Pa. investing in central Pa. farms

Pennsylvania is investing $10.2 million to purchase development rights for 2,842 acres on 31 farms in 13 counties, including central Pennsylvania, the Shapiro Administration announced.