Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) and Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) today announced the first round of buyouts for residents impacted by sinkholes along 14th Street in Harrisburg are underway. “These homeowners have been waiting a long time for this, and we are proud that local, state, and federal […]
Secretary Davin Celebrates Ribbon Cutting at University of Pittsburgh’s Manufacturing Assistance Center
April 28, 2017
Pittsburgh, PA – Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Dennis Davin today joined State Representative Ed Gainey, County Executive Rich Fitzgerald, Chief Development Officer of the City of Pittsburgh Kevin Acklin, Bridgeway Capital, and the University of Pittsburgh at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the university’s recently relocated Manufacturing Assistance Center (MAC). The MAC, which […]
Lancaster, PA – Governor Wolf today toured Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, Inc, a provider of analytical testing services to the bio/pharmaceutical, food, environmental, and medical device industries. In March, Eurofins announced its plans to expand its presence in Lancaster County and create 350 new jobs. “Eurofins is an excellent example of a Pennsylvania company that is […]
DCED Assists with Creation of Northern York County Fire Rescue EMS in York County to Improve Community Safety
April 17, 2017
Harrisburg, PA – Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Dennis Davin today announced the Citizens’ Hose Company #1 of Dillsburg and Franklintown and Community Fire Company in York County will merge operations into a single company to improve services and manage costs to taxpayers. The new organization was established through the department’s technical assistance […]
Wolf Administration Officials Detail Impacts of Proposed Cuts to U.S. Department of Energy
April 6, 2017
Cuts would affect low-income Pennsylvanians and job-growth opportunities Author: Heidi Havens Harrisburg, PA – In a joint letter to U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry, Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Acting Secretary Patrick McDonnell and Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Dennis Davin outlined the impacts of proposed cuts to U.S. Department […]
Release Date: April 3, 2017 2:20 pm Author: Heidi Havens State College, PA – Today, Department of Community and Economic Development Deputy Secretary Carrie Fischer Lepore unveiled the latest edition of the Pennsylvania Tourism Office’s annual Happy Traveler guide to an audience of key hospitality and tourism industry leaders at the Pennsylvania Restaurant and Lodging […]
Release Date: April 3, 2017 1:33 pm Author: Heidi Havens Harrisburg, PA – Governor Tom Wolf announced today that Embassy Powdered Metals, Inc., a powdered metal manufacturer, will acquire American Sintered Technologies (AST) in Cameron County and retain both companies’ existing workforces. “Earlier this year, AST’s parent company, Fansteel, Inc., decided to seek a buyer […]
Secretary Davin Continues ‘Jobs that Pay’ Tour, Outlining Governor Wolf’s Job Creation Initiatives at The Beistle Company in Cumberland County
March 31, 2017
Release Date: March 31, 2017 2:05 pm Author: Heidi Havens Shippensburg, PA – Today, Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Dennis Davin continued the Wolf Administration’s ‘Jobs that Pay’ tour at The Beistle Company, the oldest and largest manufacturer of party decorations and supplies in the United States.“The Beistle Company is a unique manufacturer […]
Governor Wolf Announces 183 New Jobs with Expansion of Turn5 Headquarters in Chester County
March 30, 2017
Release Date: March 30, 2017 1:15 pm Author: Heidi Havens Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Tom Wolf announced Turn5, Inc., an e-commerce business, will expand operations at a new headquarters facility in Tredyffrin Township, Chester County. The company’s expansion will create 183 new jobs during the next three years.“To see a successful Pennsylvania-born company grow […]
Wolf Administration Announces Millions in State Investments to Support Revitalization Efforts in Erie
March 17, 2017
Release Date: March 17, 2016 11:26 pm Author: Heidi Havens Erie, PA – Today, on behalf of Governor Tom Wolf, Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Dennis Davin announced $3.6 million in new state investments designed to spur economic development and support revitalization throughout the City of Erie. This announcement follows the nearly $10 […]
Wolf Administration Celebrates State Investments to Support Regional Façade Program Benefitting Route 6 Communities
March 16, 2017
Release Date: March 16, 2017 12:00 pm Author: David Misner Kane, PA – Today, on behalf of Governor Tom Wolf, Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Dennis Davin participated in a press conference with leaders from the PA Route 6 Alliance and the PA Wilds Center and Planning Team to launch a regional façade […]
Release Date: March 15, 2017 12:00 pm Author: David Misner Harrisburg, PA – Governor Tom Wolf announced today that Cotiviti Holdings, Inc., a provider of payment accuracy services, will expand operations at its existing location in Blue Bell, Montgomery County, and create 216 new, high-paying jobs.“I’m pleased to share that Cotiviti has chosen to expand […]
Governor Wolf Announces 60 New Jobs with United States Cold Storage Expansion in Bucks County
March 9, 2017
Release Date: March 9, 2017 12:40 pm Author: Heidi Havens Harrisburg, PA – Governor Tom Wolf announced today that United States Cold Storage, Inc. (USCS), a refrigerated warehouse and logistics company, will expand operations in Richland Township, Bucks County and will create 60 new jobs at the site.“United States Cold Storage has experienced tremendous growth […]
Secretary Davin Continues ‘Jobs that Pay’ Tour at Nihon Kohden America in Lehigh County, Outlines Governor Wolf’s New Way for Pennsylvania’s Economy
March 7, 2017
Release Date: March 7, 2017 12:00 pm Author: David Misner Allentown, PA – Today, Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Dennis Davin continued his ‘Jobs that Pay’ tour at Nihon Kohden America, a manufacturer, developer, and distributor of medical electronic equipment, highlighting the company’s commitment to create new, high-wage jobs and establish an East […]
Governor Wolf Announces Accolade Will Create 250 New Jobs; Hosts Roundtable on Budget Investment in Pennsylvania’s Economy
March 2, 2017
Release Date: March 2, 2017 2:26 pm Author: Heidi Havens Plymouth Meeting, PA – Today, Governor Wolf visited Accolade, a consumer healthcare engagement company, to announce the company’s plans to expand its headquarters in Plymouth Meeting and create 250 new, full-time jobs. While on site, the governor toured the facility and hosted an employee roundtable […]
Governor Wolf Announces 350 New Jobs with Expansion of Eurofins Facility in Lancaster County
March 2, 2017
Release Date: March 2, 2017 11:15 am Author: David Misner Harrisburg, PA – Governor Tom Wolf announced today that Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, Inc. (Eurofins), a provider of analytical testing services to the bio/pharmaceutical, food, environmental, and medical device industries, will substantially expand the laboratory facility at its existing campus in Lancaster County and create 350 […]
Governor Wolf Announces Business Investments Through Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority, Supporting 185 Jobs
March 1, 2017
Release Date: March 1, 2017 12:35 pm Author: Heidi Havens Harrisburg, PA – Governor Tom Wolf announced today that new statewide investments through the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority (PIDA) program will help spur development in the commonwealth and create and retain 185 jobs.“From the nation’s oldest family-owned candy maker to a company whose security services […]
Secretary Davin Attends Celebration at Adaptimmune Therapeutics, Highlighting 110 New Jobs and Governor Wolf’s Plan for Job Creation in the 2017-18 Budget
March 1, 2017
Release Date: March 1, 2017 11:40 am Author: Heidi Havens Philadelphia, PA – Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Dennis Davin today provided remarks at a ribbon cutting event for Adaptimmune Therapeutics, a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company that committed to the creation of 110 new, full-time jobs through a 2015 project with the Governor’s […]
DCED Secretary Davin Participates in Manufacturing Celebration for Students, Highlights Governor Wolf’s 2017-18 Manufacturing PA Budget Initiatives
February 28, 2017
Release Date: February 28, 2017 7:35pm Author: Heidi Havens Bethlehem, PA – This evening, Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Dennis Davin participated in the “What’s So Cool About Manufacturing?” student video contest awards program, providing remarks on the strength and vitality of the commonwealth’s manufacturing sector and highlighting the Manufacturing PA initiative in […]
Secretary Davin Hosts Roundtable in Dauphin County to Discuss Governor Wolf’s Job Creation Initiatives in the 2017-18 Budget, Unveils New Branding Campaign
February 22, 2017
Release Date: February 22, 2016 2:30pm Author: Heidi Havens Harrisburg, PA – Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Davin hosted a discussion with state and community leaders and business representatives this afternoon to discuss initiatives in Governor Tom Wolf’s 2017-18 budget that promote job creation, support workforce training, and break down barriers for business […]
Wolf Administration to Assist Communities and Citizens Hard-Hit by Flooding and Sinkholes
February 22, 2017
Release Date: February 21, 2017 12:30 pm Author: David Misner Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA), along with the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED), today announced that the following communities will receive grant funds to acquire homes in order to avoid future losses from events such as flooding or sinkholes. […]
Governor Wolf Approves $1.4 Million to Support Nine Community Revitalization Projects Statewide
February 16, 2017
Release Date: February 16, 2017 1:00 pm Author: David Misner Harrisburg, PA – Governor Tom Wolf today announced the approval of more than $1.4 million in funding through the Keystone Communities program to support nine community revitalization projects across the commonwealth. “Strong communities are built by projects that encourage revitalization and business development and the […]
Governor Wolf Announces New Jobs in Huntingdon County with Establishment of Curbs Plus Inc.
February 6, 2017
Release Date: February 6, 2017 12:40 pm Author: Heidi Havens Harrisburg, PA – Governor Wolf announced today that Curbs Plus, Inc., a manufacturer of roof curbs for HVAC units, will establish a new production facility in Mount Union Borough, Huntingdon County and will create 26 new, full-time jobs.“Curbs Plus is yet another manufacturer that has […]
Release Date: February 2, 2017 10:30 am Author: David Misner Harrisburg, PA – Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Federal Co-Chair Earl F. Gohl announced today that Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf has been selected by his fellow Appalachian governors to serve as the ARC states’ co-chair for 2017. As states’ co-chair, the governor will work directly with […]
DCED Secretary Dennis Davin Highlights Importance of LGBT Contributions to Pennsylvania Economy, Wolf Administration Commitment to Equality Initiatives
January 27, 2017
Release Date: January 27, 2017 10:30 am Author: David Misner Harrisburg, PA – Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Dennis Davin provided keynote remarks at the Central Pennsylvania Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce’s annual dinner at Picard Grand Pavilion in Hershey on Thursday evening, highlighting the importance of the LGBT community’s contributions to […]
DCED Secretary Dennis Davin Issues Statement on Corrections’ Facility Closure Announcement, Citing Stability of Region’s Economy
January 26, 2017
Release Date: January 26, 2017 1:30 pm Author: David Misner Harrisburg, PA – Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Dennis Davin released the following statement today regarding the announcement that the Department of Corrections will begin the process to close SCI Pittsburgh, citing the facility as the site that will have the least economic […]
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