Promoting economic & community development, fostering cooperation among communities & agencies thus making The Alleghenies a better place to live, work & play.
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ATTN: local governments, redevelopment authorities, & economic development partners! PA DCED's Business in Our Sites program helps communities turn underutilized land into opportunity-ready sites for business expansion and new investment. Apply by June 30. dced.pa.gov/programs/busines…
PREP: 17 public sector providers helping entrepreneurs, businesses or those relocating a business here in the Alleghenies. The network is committed to developing and enhancing the region's economy through assistance to businesses or prospective businesses. sapdc.net/southern-allegheni…
Are you a startup, small emerging business, or an aspiring entrepreneur? If so, you’ve come to the right place. SAP&DC is one of many Startup Alleghenies partners helping to transform our region into the next great startup zone, right here, right now. startupalleghenies.com/
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Alleghenies Outdoors: Moving the Recreation Economy Forward is an effort to define the current outdoor economy of Alleghenies region of Pennsylvania, and to lay out a set of principles, strategies, and actions that can serve as catalysts. ow.ly/flYw50Tt7AM
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We believe that all should share in the economic good by our efforts to enhance the quality of life in our region. Read our core values and founding principles. sapdc.net/founding-principle…
A flooding issue at two ballfields in Ebensburg Memorial Park has been resolved due to a $42,000 state grant. Chronic drainage issues ruined the McDonald’s T-ball field, forced 10 teams with 80 kids to play last year’s games at other locations. wtaj.com/news/local-news/42k…
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Our free business consulting services: International Trade Assistance, Government Contracting, Marketing Assistance, Workforce Development and more: sapdc.net/business/
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Southern Alleghenies Partnership for Regional Economic Performance helps small-medium sized businesses and manufacturers, regardless if they are established businesses, new businesses/startups or those businesses relocating to the region. sapdc.net/sa-prep-network/
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A partnership between Altoona Blair County Development Corp., Altoona, ArtsAltoona and the Altoona Mirror have arranged for the painting of 20 panels surrounding the Gables Building as the landmark begins renovations. altoonamirror.com/news/local…
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SAP&DC’s Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy focuses on addressing human resource development, encouraging the creation and retention of jobs, and actively seeking to improve the quality of life for residents of the Southern Alleghenies Region. sapdc.net/comprehensive-econ…
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The Southern Alleghenies Workforce Development Board (SAWDB) is leading initiatives designed to enhance the skills of the workforce in order to meet the needs of the region’s employers to compete in a world economy. sapdc.net/workforce-developm…
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The Choose Clean Water Coalition presented its prestigious Clean Water Legacy Award to John Dawes of Alexandria. huntingdondailynews.com/news…
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The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency announced $93.4 million through the Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement program for 432 housing and community development initiatives to expand affordable housing opportunities. dced.pa.gov/newsroom/governo…
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SAP&DC has completed a Regional Housing Strategy, which examines the current supply and demand of the housing market in the Southern Alleghenies region. sapdc.net/regional-housing-s…
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Local Boy Scout Nathaniel “Nate” Heller of Troop 28 in Huntingdon completed his Eagle Scout project last month, partnering with the Standing Stone Trail Club for building a shelter for through-hikers where the trail intersects the Borough of Three Springs. huntingdondailynews.com/news…
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Southern Alleghenies Planning & Development Commission offers a variety of funding options to both start-up and existing businesses within Blair, Bedford, Cambria, Fulton, Huntingdon, & Somerset Counties. Guidelines, applications here: sapdc.net/business-lending-g…
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A behavioral health-focused UPMC Somerset project, a regional fire department and a Central City senior center could benefit from a 2027 federal appropriations bill if it’s passed into law. tribdem.com/news/local_news/…
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The PA CareerLink® is the one-stop shop for workforce development assistance, whether you are an individual looking for job or an employer who is looking to add quality employees to your staff. sapdc.net/careerlink/
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Jun 15
With a common goal of moving forward, Bedford County Commissioners signed off on approval towards a grant regarding a regional comprehensive plan facilitated through the Southern Alleghenies Planning and Development Commission and required by state law. bedfordgazette.com/news/loca…
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Jun 15
The Employment, Advancement and Retention Network (EARN) Program uses innovative strategies to provide job placement, retention, and advancement services to human services clients. sapdc.net/earn-program/
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