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Apr 1, 2026

Lancaster business gains new PIDA loan

DCED Secretary Rick Siger said the Shapiro Administration is investing over $4.3 million through new PIDA loans to spur business growth and job creation in five counties, including Lancaster.

Feb 3, 2026

KCA opposes HB 1541, citing anti-business impacts and increased construction litigation

Citing anti-business impacts and increased construction litigation, the Keystone Contractors Association announced its opposition to House Bill 1541.

Aug 11, 2025

Pennsylvania’s independent colleges contribute $29B to economy

AICUP report shows 11 Central PA colleges generate $2.07B yearly, support 17,286 jobs, and deliver a 158-to-1 return on state investment.

Jul 21, 2025

$5B data center coming to York County energy site

York County will host a $5 billion data center at Calpine’s York 2 Energy Center, creating 2,500 jobs and boosting the region’s tech and energy economy.

Jul 17, 2025

BaltimoreFab investing $6.2M in York County expansion

Governor Josh Shapiro announced Baltimore Fabrication’s decision to open a second manufacturing operation in York County.

Jun 27, 2025

Goodwill Keystone opens Harrisburg store

Goodwill Keystone opens a Harrisburg store and donation center, creating 20 jobs, promoting reuse, and expanding sustainability efforts.

May 21, 2025

CREDC launches capital campaign in Harrisburg

CREDC kicks off its campaign, celebrating $813M in economic impact and securing over 50% of fundraising goals at Harrisburg launch event.

May 14, 2025

Shapiro-Davis invests $10M in Cumberland County site

Shapiro-Davis Administration invests $10.2M in Carlisle site redevelopment to boost jobs, housing, and business through the PA SITES funding program.

May 12, 2025

PIDA approves Dauphin County project to grow business

DCED Secretary Rick Siger recently announced that HSS Property Group in Dauphin County has secured a $2M PIDA loan to expand its Hershey facility.

A $5 million investment from the Shapiro Administration will support the expansion of the Rock Lititz campus. PHOTO/IOANNIS PASHAKIS
Mar 25, 2025

Economic impact of Pa. films to be showcased in Empowerment Summit

Rock Lititz, JPL, and TC Shadowlight are among the studios that allow an additional 5% uplift for productions receiving the Pennsylvania Film Tax Credit.

Feb 6, 2025

Pa. projected as a top state for franchise business growth, study says

A new study projects Pennsylvania as one of the nation’s top states for franchise growth.

Nov 25, 2024

York senator named Guardian of Small Business

Sen. Kristin Phillips-Hill, R-York, has been named a Guardian of Small Business by the National Federation of Independent Business.