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Check here often to learn about the latest activities SEDA-COG is involved in ─ projects, planning efforts, and new initiatives, as well as information about companies and communities we're working with.

Current News ─ Information from the last two-to-three weeks.

Recent News ─ News within the last few months.

News Archives ─ Includes the last year-and-a-half.

If you're looking for news on a particular topic and can't find it, call Steve Kusheloff at 570-524-4491, ext. 217; or e-mail steveku@seda-cog.org.

Current News

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	After three years, new projects for CDBG funds

	5/16/2013

	One-question quiz for June 2013

	5/15/2013

	Company finds success with region's business assistance providers
	Firm's sophisticated software utilizes cutting edge technologies
	5/14/2013

	Rail excursions for 2013

	5/13/2013

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Recent News

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Short Description

Date Published

	Company plans expansion at its Franklin County site
	Preliminary approval for loan to Appalachian Insulation
	5/8/2013

	Five applications for Transportation Alternatives funding
	Four municipalities; one municipal authority
	5/8/2013

	Preliminary approval for expansion loan
	Key Equipment Sales plans third location
	5/8/2013

	Bike to Work Day is May 17. Visit the Spoke 'n Gears Expo in Harrisburg

	5/6/2013

	Joint Rail Authority meets Wednesday afternoon
	Agenda features bridge projects in Centre & Union counties
	5/6/2013

	Keystone State Congressmen seek funds for ARC

	4/30/2013

	20 companies in region nominated for new award program
	The inaugural Governor's Impact Awards
	4/29/2013

	Watsontown plans public meeting on riverfront enhancement plans

	4/25/2013

	1-question quiz for May 2013

	4/23/2013

	A new Mexican restaurant in Burnham, Mifflin County
	"Cousin Pedro's" will be on North Logan Boulevard
	4/22/2013

	Financing is approved for daycare center in Northumberland County
	"Plenty of Pals" is located in Dalmatia
	4/22/2013

	Flood-proofing workshop in Bloomsburg, PA, May 9

	4/22/2013

	Unemployment in the state drops to 7.9%
	March figures are released by the Department of Labor & Industry
	4/22/2013

	Engineering services sought for Bloomsburg flood protection project
	Planning and design will take a year
	4/18/2013

	Four municipalities embark on Phase II of energy conservation project
	Funding support provided by West Penn Power Sustainable Energy Fund
	4/17/2013

	Financing completed for new hotel near Lewisburg
	Project involves SBA, bank financing, and a SEDA-COG tourism loan
	4/10/2013

	Lewisburg making plans to extend rail trail

	4/9/2013

	Public meeting on $30 million flood protection project
	Scheduled for Bloomsburg, April 18
	4/9/2013

	Joint Rail Authority meets Wednesday
	Bridge and project updates top agenda
	4/8/2013

	Juniata County begins Community Development project selection process

	4/5/2013

	Lewistown's new apartment building for the elderly to be dedicated
	Thursday morning at 10:00
	4/3/2013

	Transportation planning change for eight of region's counties
	We're now a Metropolitan Planning Organization
	4/2/2013

	Latest figures show continued job growth in Pennsylvania
	Professional and business services lead the way
	3/27/2013

	SEDA-COG's Board meets on Wednesday
	Agenda includes proposed financing projects and program updates
	3/26/2013

	Trade Mission to India Brings New Business to Pennsylvania

	3/26/2013

	India - Land of opportunity for international trade
	Area firms participate in state-sponsored trade mission
	3/25/2013

	One-question quiz for April 2013

	3/25/2013

	Senators asked to support Reed-Collins energy amendment

	3/22/2013

	Sequestration may impact Lewisburg's Community Development funds

	3/22/2013

	January jobs numbers for Pennsylvania - better than we thought

	3/19/2013

	Transportation-related training for municipal officials
	"Work Zone Traffic Control" kicks off spring schedule
	3/18/2013

	Montgomery receives "River Town" designation
	Borough is pursuing conservation and revitalization projects
	3/15/2013

	Small Business Administration seeks extension of Debt Refinancing program

	3/15/2013

	Greenway grant will address river bank erosion challenge
	Erosion threatens community park and ferry boat landing
	3/14/2013

	Two farm-related loans through SEDA-COG are completed
	Both properties are in Snyder County
	3/8/2013

	Destroyed in 2012 fire, restaurant announces plans to rebuild
	Financing for the project receives preliminary approval
	3/6/2013

	Veterinary clinic plans expansion, with financing help from SEDA-COG
	Project will more than double the building's size
	3/6/2013

	A million dollars for community-based transportation projects
	Funds can be used for trails, bike paths, sidewalks, historic preservation
	3/5/2013

	Loan is approved for new business in Mifflin County
	Company will supply metal components and serve a range of markets
	3/4/2013

	One-question Quiz for March 2013

	2/27/2013

	SEDA-COG's Board meets on Wednesday
	Bloomsburg's flood protection project is on the agenda
	2/25/2013

	"Ask the Experts" about international trade
	Session scheduled for State College, May 7
	2/22/2013

	SBA 504 loan for new hotel in Harrisburg
	Project earns energy-related financing
	2/19/2013

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News Archive

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	Government contracting information from our Procurement Technical Assistance Center
	Latest newsletter features federal registration tips, seminars, and trade shows
	2/1/2013

	Our evolving perception of the Susquehanna River
	Communities see its potential as a recreation and economic resource
	2/1/2013

	Public invited to tour new apartment building for elderly citizens

	1/31/2013

	Statewide summit planned for outdoor recreation advocates

	1/30/2013

	95-year old auto dealership plans expansion
	Receives preliminary approval for SBA 504 loan
	1/25/2013

	Auto repair business plans short move to bigger location
	York-area firm expects to add staff
	1/25/2013

	Plastics company in State College continues to grow
	SEDA-COG okays financing for Polymics' expansion
	1/24/2013

	1-question quiz for February 2013

	1/23/2013

	Mann Edge Terrace is becoming their home
	Lewistown's new building welcomes its first tenants
	1/23/2013

	Figures show employment gains in the Keystone State
	Construction jobs record the biggest increase
	1/22/2013

	Transportation tops agenda for Board meeting
	SEDA-COG's Board of Directors meets this Wednesday
	1/18/2013

	Loan is finalized for tile and hardwood retailer in Centre County
	24-year old company serves both residential and commercial markets
	1/17/2013

	Mini-grants for "Safe Routes to School" activities
	Up to $2,000 per school
	1/15/2013

	PennDOT to study public transit in six of region's counties
	Focus is on efficiency and potential for improvement
	1/14/2013

	Think you can build a better mousetrap?

	1/14/2013

	Emergency communication project completed in Juniata County
	Will correct reception problems in County's western end
	1/11/2013

	Online challenges face companies pursuing government contacts
	But SEDA-COG can help firms enroll in new state and federal programs
	1/10/2013

	Heavy equipment dealer featured in national publication
	"The world is our market," say company officials
	1/8/2013

	SEDA-COG Joint Rail Authority meets Wednesday afternoon
	Updates on bridge projects; report on track conditions
	1/8/2013

	The Susquehanna River's role in the Underground Railroad

	1/3/2013

	Susquehanna Greenway Partnership releases 2012 Progress Report
	Report highlights recent accomplishments and goals for 2013
	12/28/2012

	1-question quiz for January 2013

	12/27/2012

	Bellefonte Historical Railroad Society

	12/26/2012

	Brewery project moves ahead with SEDA-COG financing
	Not just brewing, but canning beer, too
	12/20/2012

	Financing is completed for new hotel in Chambersburg
	Study points to growth in hotel demand
	12/19/2012

	PPL's proposed incentives for energy reduction will be presented
	Breakfast seminar is January 11 in Lewisburg
	12/19/2012

	Penn College students helping out in Montgomery
	Greenway provides mini-grant for project
	12/17/2012

	Penn College students helping out in Montgomery
	Greenway provides mini-grant for project
	12/17/2012

	New Berlin energy project is a model for other communities
	Officials from statewide energy group visit Union County town
	12/11/2012

	Expansion loan approved for Snyder County farm
	New poultry houses will be added
	12/10/2012

	Publisher - print and online - plans expansion
	New website set to launch this month
	12/10/2012

	State College firm plans office expansion
	Financing for project approved by SEDA-COG
	12/10/2012

	Tractor assembly plant expects to add 14 jobs
	Purchases building, which it plans to expand
	12/10/2012

	Two members added to Susquehanna Greenway Partnership's Board
	An attorney from Clearfield and a businessman from Watsontown
	12/10/2012

	Grant availabilities for Pennsylvania municipalities

	12/6/2012

	Reduced interest rates announced for state loan programs

	12/6/2012

	SEDA-COG's Board elects 2013 officers
	Commissioner Boop to serve as President
	12/6/2012

	Free energy surveys available through March 2013

	12/5/2012

	Rail excursions proving to be very popular
	Several trips are planned during the holiday season
	12/4/2012

	$100 in energy savings without spending a penny

	12/3/2012

	"Competitive" CDBG grants

	11/28/2012

	Clark Technology Systems

	11/27/2012

	Milton manufacturer sets its sights on global markets
	It recently recorded its first direct export sale
	11/27/2012

	One question quiz for December 2012

	11/27/2012

	Phase one of energy analysis project nears completion
	SEDA-COG partnering with West Penn Power Sustainable Energy Fund
	11/26/2012

	Financing is provided to expand Adams County poultry operation
	62-acre property is in East Berlin
	11/15/2012

	SBA 504 financing for York medical practice is complete
	Firm purchases building it formerly leased
	11/15/2012

	Jersey Shore considers its future as a "River Town"
	Visioning process begins with workshop
	11/12/2012

	Schematic of Loyalsock Creek bridge replacement

	11/12/2012

	Plans for $14 million railroad bridge to be presented
	It replaces the now-demolished Loyalsock Creek bridge
	11/9/2012

	Grant is approved to upgrade rural water system
	Project also includes county and township funds
	11/8/2012

	Update: Energy analyses for Pennsylvania municipalities

	11/8/2012

	New program offers contracting opportunities for small business
	Special workshop is planned November 14 in Harrisburg
	11/1/2012

	Fireworks retailer gets preliminary approval for SBA 504 loan
	It's planning a facility in Franklin County
	10/29/2012

	Snyder County agricultural loan is approved

	10/29/2012

	Seeking funds for natural gas utilization study
	Study would look at residential, industrial, and vehicular use
	10/25/2012

	1-question Quiz for Nov. 2012

	10/22/2012

	Central Region Partnership for Regional Economic Performance

	10/19/2012

	Understand foreign cultures for international sales success
	That's the word from Pennsylvania's Trade Representatives
	10/19/2012

	Newly designated River Town embarks on "green infrastructure" future
	A project planning and prioritization workshop will be held in Jersey Shore on October 25
	10/15/2012

	International trade opportunities in North Africa and the Eastern Mediterranean

	10/12/2012

	Susquehanna Greenway announces its latest photo contest
	Great time to shoot Autumn scenes along the River
	10/12/2012

	Newberry Rail Yard is "...the center of an economic solar system..."
	It's featured in the neighborhood's latest newsletter
	10/11/2012

	New railroad crossing planned in northern Union County
	It's part of the rail restoration project in Allenwood
	10/9/2012

	Railroad bridge in Centre County is raised
	Flooding concerns prompted the $110,000 project
	10/8/2012

	SEDA-COG Joint Rail Authority meets on Wednesday

	10/5/2012

	Preliminary approval for new restaurant in Ebensburg, PA
	Will be located off of PA Rt. 22
	10/4/2012

	Update: Return of rail freight service in Allenwood
	Bridge restoration expected early next year
	10/3/2012

	Equipment manufacturer succeeds with help from region's economic partners
	Central Pennsylvania's new service provider network
	10/2/2012

	Fourteen projects receive Susquehanna Greenway mini-grants
	Includes trails, parks, water quality, and river access
	10/1/2012

	Couple builds hotel #2 with financing help from SBA
	A new Best Western on Route 6 in Towanda
	9/21/2012

	One-question quiz for October 2012

	9/21/2012

	Private firms are getting involved in the Greenway
	Nittany MinitMart is the latest
	9/18/2012

	Financing is finalized for York bridal shop
	Lilla's Bridal Boutique will stay in the family
	9/17/2012

	New regional manager joins Sen. Toomey's Harrisburg staff

	9/17/2012

	Cheers to New Berlin

	9/12/2012

	Plans for walking and biking trail in Danville

	9/12/2012

	Agricultural expansion loan is provided
	Recipient is a Union County couple
	9/11/2012

	Nanotechnology firm in Centre County receives financing
	Company is focused on biomedical applications
	9/11/2012

	PennDOT offers to do transit study in 11 Central Pennsylvania counties

	9/11/2012

	Nittany MinitMart presents check today for Jersey Shore river project
	Funds being raised for Public River Access project
	9/6/2012

	Greenway Partnership photo winners on display in Bloomsburg
	Public reception is Saturday evening, Sept. 15
	9/5/2012

	Grants available for "Safe Routes to School"

	9/4/2012

	Powdered metal company in Philipsburg receives loans
	Moshannon Valley Partnership provides portion of financing
	8/9/2012

	We're on the road, doing Community Development training

	8/8/2012

	Weatherization program ranked #1 in UGI service area
	It's the third year in a row for us
	8/7/2012

	Local convenience store helping to build the Greenway
	Nittany MinitMart raising funds for River Access project
	8/2/2012

	Community-wide energy project to receive national recognition
	Award presentation in New Berlin is August 8
	8/1/2012

	Financing for Perry County restaurant
	Zeiderelli's project results in more seating, better location
	8/1/2012

	Private sector involvement in Pennsylvania's transportation infrastructure

	7/30/2012

	Another long-time family farm receives financing through SEDA-COG

	7/27/2012

	Family farm for 219 years receives SEDA-COG financing
	New owner is part of 8th generation
	7/27/2012

	Funding source for outdoor recreation survives budget battle

	7/27/2012

	Looking for Susquehanna River-related photos
	It's the Susquehanna Greenway Partnership's 3rd annual contest
	7/27/2012

	Bucknell Small Business Center seeking proposals for design projects

	7/26/2012

	Quiz for August 2012

	7/23/2012

	Board of Directors' monthly meeting is Wednesday, July 25

	7/20/2012

	Lake Augusta Gateway Corridor Plan is completed
	Offers new vision and action strategies for this regional asset
	7/20/2012

	Get started with government contracts. Two opportunities are coming up
	Events next month in Williamsport and Shamokin
	7/19/2012

	Jersey Shore - River Town of Tomorrow

	7/19/2012

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