The Hershey Company’s new fulfillment center in Lebanon County was officially unveiled today, creating 270 new jobs.
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Freedom Square gets conditional approval from Conewago Township
Freedom Square, a large multi-use community planned for Conewago Township, York County, received conditional approval from the township board of supervisors.
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U.S economy adds 390,000 jobs in May
The American economy added 390,000 jobs in May as the unemployment rate remained at 3.6% for the third straight month, the U.S. Labor Department reported Friday.
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Revitalization of former high school to create new jobs; improve food insecurity
The new GIANT Bleacher Garden at the former Bishop McDevitt High School is being revitalized and will create 225 new jobs.
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Fenner Precision Polymers relocates corporate offices
Fenner Precision Polymers, a leader in reinforced polymer technology, is moving its corporate offices from Manheim borough to Manheim Township.
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Two Lancaster County firms receive PIDA low-interest loans
Two Lancaster County firms are among nine across the state to receive low-interest loans from the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority, Governor Tom Wolf said today.
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Rohrer Bus offering school bus test drives in hopes of attracting employees
Rohrer Bus, a school transportation company, is hoping to recruit drivers by holding a Test-Drive event Saturday.
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In demand medical training offered with tuition reimbursement
Central Penn College is offering medical assisting and phlebotomy training in conjunction with UPMC and UPMC Pinnacle Foundation. The programs will be added to the surgical technician program which started in February in which students who successfully complete the program are hired by UPMC and will receive payments equivalent to the full cost of the ...
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PNC grant to support Thaddeus Stevens effort to educate low-income adults
PNC Foundation is supporting Thaddeus Stevens College Foundation’s efforts to put low-income adults from Black and brown communities in Lancaster to work.
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Amazon investment in Susquehanna Valley nets 2,500 jobs since 2010
The findings from its 2021 U.S. Economic Impact Report, also show that Amazon created more than 25,000 full and part-time jobs starting at $15 per hour in the state, more than 2,500 in the Susquehanna Valley.
Read More »US unemployment claims fall to 360,000, a new pandemic low
WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits has reached its lowest level since the pandemic struck last year, further evidence that the U.S. economy and job market are quickly rebounding from the pandemic recession.
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PA College of Health Sciences adds new nursing education certificate program
In an effort to tackle a nationwide nurse educator shortage, PA College of Health Sciences announced a new Post-Master’s Certificate in Nursing Education starting this fall.
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Jobs in ‘the trades’ are hi-tech and high paying, so why are workers so hard to find?
A high priority industry, construction and its trades is essential for economic growth and flourishing communities, employing necessary skilled trades like plumbing, electric, masonry or carpentry. The sector offers steady work, sustainable wages, benefits and long-lasting career opportunities.
Read More »Who in the Central PA region is hiring during the COVID-19 pandemic?
While many businesses have been forced to shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic, there are some industries that are in need of extra staff.
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Workforce initiatives balance present, future needs
The strong economy has been making it difficult for businesses that need qualified and skilled technical workers. And while some established workforce initiatives with a long-range focus are paying off, other efforts are underway to match workers’ skills with specific jobs in the shorter term, several observers said in recent interviews.
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