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Join the Serve Philadelphia VISTA Corps for their Lightning Talks!

By Philly Leader Report | May 26, 2023

The 2022-2023 Serve Philadelphia VISTA Corps members have almost finished their term of service! Last summer, our cohort took the AmeriCorps pledge to “get things done.”

City Provides Update on Buses of Asylum Seekers’ Arrival in Philadelphia from Texas for May 24

By Philly Leader Report | May 14, 2023

On May 24, the City of Philadelphia provided an update on an additional bus of asylum seekers from Del Rio, Texas and their arrival in Philadelphia, marking 24 total buses since November 16 of last year.

Pennsylvania Transportation Department distributes $15 million for 36 safety projects to 'make important investments in traffic flow and safety'

By Philly Leader Report | Jan 12, 2023

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) will distribute about $15 million in funds to 32 municipalities spanning 20 counties, according to a Jan. 4 announcement by Gov. Tom Wolf.

$400,000 in MTTC funds to go to Rhoads Industries for training purposes

By Philly Leader Report | Jan 10, 2023

Last month, Gov. Tom Wolf announced that $400,000 in funds from the Pennsylvania Manufacturing Training-to-Career (MTTC) program is going to Rhoads Industries to help build the workforce in the southeastern part of the state.

Wolf on Keystone Communities Program: 'These projects will build stronger communities, attract new residents and businesses'

By Philly Leader Report | Dec 31, 2022

On Dec. 20, Gov. Tom Wolf announced that there will be $8 million distributed to 30 counties across the commonwealth of Pennsylvania that will benefit 51 community projects.

Wolf: 'We are thrilled to have a world-renowned company like Chubb select Philadelphia'

By Philly Leader Report | Dec 30, 2022

The world’s largest publicly traded property and casualty insurance company, Chubb, will be making Philadelphia its home with construction slated for completion for 2026.

Frances Wolf: 'Women face countless challenges when they return to their communities after incarceration'

By Philly Leader Report | Dec 27, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf announced that $2 million in funds will be going to 21 recipients through the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) that are geared toward reducing recidivism for women.

Wolf: 'Food is a basic human right that has the power to change lives'

By Philly Leader Report | Dec 25, 2022

The Pennsylvania Governor's Food Security Partnership published its final report on December 15, indicating that food insecurity has decreased by 37% since the beginning of Democrat Tom Wolf's administration

Wolf: 'I’m proud to help our communities improve mobility'

By Philly Leader Report | Dec 19, 2022

In an effort to increase mobility across the state, 20 municipalities are being awarded $5 million in grant money to install and maintain traffic signals.

Wolf: 'I have always made it a top priority to support Pennsylvania's small, small diverse and veteran businesses'

By Philly Leader Report | Dec 17, 2022

In Fiscal Year 2021, the Pennsylvania state government spent a record $955 million in contracts with small, small diverse and veteran-run businesses.

Garrity on #MadeinPAMondays campaign: 'I make it a priority to visit manufacturers and makers from all corners of our state'

By Philly Leader Report | Dec 9, 2022

Manufacturers and makers representing all 67 Pennsylvania counties have been featured in the #MadeinPAMondays social media campaign.

Shapiro on $1 million CarMax settlement: This will cause dealerships to 'shift gears to ensure Pennsylvanians' safety comes before profits'

By Philly Leader Report | Dec 4, 2022

In what is being described as an “industry-changing settlement,” Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro announced that a $1 million settlement has been reached with CarMax Auto Superstores, in which they will have to disclose open recalls to potential buyers of a used car.

Wolf on gun violence following recent shooting of Philadelphia students: 'Enough is enough'

By Philly Leader Report | Nov 27, 2022

Following a recent incident in Philadelphia in which four students were shot the day before Thanksgiving, the governor released a statement expressing his concern that more legislative work is needed to curb the issue.

Shapiro on Bucks County event venue: They 'took advantage of couples who were acting in good faith'

By Philly Leader Report | Nov 27, 2022

Managing members of a Bucks County wedding and event venue called The Barn at Forestville must pay $11,750 in civil penalties and costs for booking events without the proper required zoning, resulting in the cancellation of numerous weddings and parties.

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National STEM Day focuses on women in STEM: 'Women in STEM careers continue to move the commonwealth forward'

By Philly Leader Report | Nov 18, 2022

The Girl Scouts in the Heart of Pennsylvania joined the Pennsylvania Commission for Women for the second annual National STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Day at the Pennsylvania State Museum.

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Delaware Valley Industrial Resource Center exec: Organization is 'extremely grateful' for funding

By Philly Leader Report | Nov 14, 2022

Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf announced Nov. 10 that $189,000 has been awarded to the Delaware Valley Industrial Resource Center for sewing operators in the textile industry through a “Training Collaborative.”

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Wolf: 'Pennsylvania’s communities are the foundation of our economic success'

By Philly Leader Report | Nov 9, 2022

The Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) has provided $212 million in tax credits since it was implemented in April, and last week Gov. Tom Wolf announced that $35,970,850 has been approved to be used for 213 community revitalization projects in Pennsylvania.

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