Mountains Majesty: Driving economic development in the Poconos
The four-county region is looking beyond tourism to build a diverse, dynamic economy.
Shop Local: In the PA Wilds, artisan products fuel a movement
The first PA Wilds Conservation Shop is open at the Kinzua Bridge State Park, offering a dynamic slate of locally-made products and providing a new outlet for the region's talented craftspeople.
Making it in Pennsylvania: Manufacturing Week runs Oct. 1-7
At $85 billion, manufacturing represents 12 percent of the state's economy, placing Pennsylvania among the top eight states in total output. A week-long event celebrates the sector via tours, talks, demonstrations and career fairs.
In Shenandoah, Lee's Oriental Gourmet Foods ups its dumpling game
A well-timed investment helps this PA manufacturer maximize its production capacity and meet the growing demand for its tasty products.
At SRUI's new Bensalem showroom giant touchscreens and kale grow together
How much innovation can one building handle? A new showroom in Bensalem is home to state-of-the-art, gigantic touchscreens, a hydroponic farm, and a cutting-edge energy system.
Lancaster Food Company promises $15 minimum wage and stock options for employees
The fast growing organic food company recently announced that it is raising wages (to more than double the Pennsylvania standard), and setting aside 30 percent of the company for its workers. It's all part of the founders' mission to address poverty in Lancaster City.
'Bringing the World to PA,' one company at a time
Running September 12 to 23, this statewide event provides "speed dating for entrepreneurs." It's a chance to connect with exporting experts and take the leap into international markets.
An inside perspective on Pennsylvania's new wine law
The State has taken a first step towards modernizing its liquor laws with a new measure that will allow wine sales in grocery stores for the first time since Prohibition. But don't pop a cork just yet.
The Farm at Bartram's Garden cultivates community
Every year, this four-acre plot in Southwest Philadelphia produces 12,000 pounds of food, welcomes 10,000 school kids, employs 22 high school interns, hosts 45 families in a community garden, distributes 80,000 seedlings, supplies 50 farmstands and welcomes 1500 volunteers. And that's only the beginning.
142 years and counting at the Centre County Grange Fair
This beloved annual event (running August 19-27) is the largest encampment in the country and a big economic boon to the region. Families wait for years to earn one of the fair's coveted tent spots. Now, thanks to a new equestrian center, the fun lasts all year long.