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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

Short Description
Pursuing the goal of "zero electricity cost"New
How Loyalsock Township's Supervisors got there - March 9
2/3/2012
 
Financing is approved for York, PA bridal shop
1/27/2012
 
Rural couple to expand their farm with help from SBA
1/27/2012
 
Adams County farm plans to expand turkey operation
1/26/2012
 
Community newsletter updates energy saving efforts
1/26/2012
 
Home Delivery Pizza in State College plans to expand
1/26/2012
 
Rural Pennsylvania fire company saving energy with CDBG dollars
1/26/2012
 

 Recent News

Short Description
Radio interview to offer update on Thruway project
It's the region's top transportation priority
1/24/2012
 
Region's rail lines report November numbers
1/24/2012
 
SEDA-COG's new TEAM loan program is announced
Immix Wireless is providing a portion of the loan funds
1/24/2012
 
Work on new bridge could start this summer
County Commissioners put finishing touches on application for funds
1/19/2012
 
Home energy web sites and tips from the SEDA-COG Energy Resource Center
Take a look and pick the one that works for you
1/17/2012
 
New signs in Duncannon offer information on the Susquehanna Greenway
1/17/2012
 
Several new faces on SEDA-COG's Board
Changes had been anticipated
1/17/2012
 
Driving Tour Explores Cultural and Geological History of Susquehanna River
1/16/2012
 
1-question quiz for February, 2012
1/14/2012
 
Rail service in Allenwood could bring companies to business park
1/13/2012
 
Rural Pennsylvania community proceeding with recreation project
1/11/2012
 
Financing is provided for The Brewpub in Bloomsburg
New restaurant makes its own craft beer
1/9/2012
 
Thruway is #1 transportation project, but obstacles remain
"It's more than just money."
1/6/2012
 
Major Pennsylvania electrical supplier to provide main speaker at lighting seminar
"Modern Lighting Trends" is Friday, January 13
1/4/2012
 
Rail service is returning to Allenwood after nearly 40 years
Will support development at Great Stream Commons business park
1/4/2012
 
New tools for international trade
Now is the time for companies to consider exporting
1/3/2012
 
Area firm gets government contract, gets registered, gets paid
SEDA-COG assists with Central Contractor Registration
12/30/2011
 
Financing remains available for equipment purchases
12/29/2011
 
Industrial expansion loans for Centre County firm
12/29/2011
 
Nationally, SEDA-COG is in the top 23% for SBA 504 financing
We're second in Pennsylvania
12/29/2011
 
Program offers funding for international trade activities
Up to $5,000 per year is available
12/27/2011
 
Central Pennsylvania's rail freight organization reports latest performance figures
12/21/2011
 
Tools for Federal Project Compliance
Seminar will address requirements regarding wages, bid solicitations, and outreach.
12/19/2011
 
A new, locally canned beer for the holidays?
12/16/2011
 
Seminar will address lighting design and controls, and rebate programs
New technologies can reduce lighting costs by 40%
12/16/2011
 
Region's rail freight organization meets this afternoon
12/14/2011
 
SEDA-COG, Lewisburg firm partner on QR Code project
Technology offers consumers added value and information
12/14/2011
 
After 25 years, there's hope for flood protection
Mount Carmel and SEDA-COG pursuing CDBG grant for the project
12/13/2011
 
New York edges closer to natural gas exploration
12/12/2011
 
Financing approved to buy the land under the store
Major upgrade is also planned
12/9/2011
 
Clinton County grocery chain plans to expand
Will open a fifth location, in Beech Creek
12/8/2011
 
Erie County Harley dealer plans big expansion
SEDA-COG okays $1.2 million in financing
12/8/2011
 
Furniture dealership in York plans to refinance with help from SBA
SEDA-COG Local Development Corporation approves loan
12/8/2011
 
Loan is approved for Bedford County waste hauling business
Firm plans to build new transfer station
12/8/2011
 
An international marketing opportunity for biotech firms
12/7/2011
 
SEDA-COG's Board to be headed by Clinton County Commissioner in '12
New officers are elected at December 7 Board meeting
12/7/2011
 
12 counties and communities are utilizing SEDA-COG's Housing Rehabilitation service
12/6/2011
 
Energy and technology head the agenda for today's Board meeting
12/6/2011
 
$1.7 million needed for Clinton County transportation project
Project would upgrade intersection on Route 220
12/5/2011
 
Joint Rail Authority to add a member?
Blair County wants to join
12/1/2011
 
Did your firm suffer storm or flood damage? Help is available
11/29/2011
 
Another agricultural loan through SEDA-COG
Financing for a Snyder County poultry operation
11/28/2011
 
Lewisburg computer company receives business expansion loan
Can now produce a more diverse line of computers
11/28/2011
 
Public transit task force plans next steps
Building on the momentum of "Transit summit 2011"
11/28/2011
 
Business expansion loan for Cumberland County firm
11/23/2011
 
From L.A. to Clearfield County. A new volunteer with the Greenway
11/22/2011
 
Your chance to be part of the Susquehanna Greenway Partnership
11/22/2011
 
Counties and communities seeking CDBG dollars
11/15/2011
 
Government contracting seminars in Central Pennsylvania
Four free seminars will be held in December
11/15/2011
 
Loyalsock Township receives federal grant for solar energy project
11/15/2011
 
A Long Range Transportation Plan for Central Pennsylvania
A public meeting on the plan will be held December 6
11/14/2011
 
"...a big win for Lewistown..."
Groundbreaking ceremony kicks off construction of housing project.
11/11/2011
 
Union County is seeking $448, 845 in CDBG dollars
11/11/2011
 
Carload figures for Central Pennsylvania's rail freight lines
11/10/2011
 
Meeting in Sunbury tonight on development of Lake Augusta
11/10/2011
 
Public meeting scheduled to comment on long range transportation plan
11/8/2011
 
SEDA-COG Joint Rail Authority meets this afternoon
11/8/2011
 

 News Archive

Short Description
New staffer joins SEDA-COG's Export Assistance staff
11/2/2011
 
Agenda for "Transit Summit 2011" is finalized
November 18 in Danville.  Free and open to the public.
11/1/2011
 
Groundbreaking ceremonies are held for senior housing project
Construction on Mann Edge Terrace in Lewistown expected to begin soon
11/1/2011
 
Draft of Long Range Transportation Plan is approved
A public meeting on the draft will be held in December
10/28/2011
 
Park and recreation development is one objective of Lake Augusta plan
10/28/2011
 
Weatherization services saved her family's lives
Alerted by a carbon monoxide detector
10/27/2011
 
Carload figures for Central Pennsylvania's rail lines
10/26/2011
 
Leftover CDBG funds is good news for Washingtonville
10/26/2011
 
SBA 504 loan is approved for Bradford County company
Marcellus-natural gas activities providing firm with business opportunities
10/26/2011
 
SEDA-COG's Board of Directors meets this afternoon
10/25/2011
 
Senator Jake Corman is added to the agenda for Transit Summit 2011
He has announced plans to introduce transportation legislation
10/25/2011
 
Groundbreaking for an apartment building for elderly persons is scheduled
The 31-unit building to be known as Mann Edge Terrace
10/21/2011
 
Good energy management requires planning
Learn how to do it at our breakfast seminar, November 4
10/20/2011
 
York medical company receives SBA loan through SEDA-COG
Funds allow firm to move into larger facility
10/20/2011
 
Philipsburg gets a $4,600 grant for new trees
Assistance provided through SEDA-COG and TreeVitalize
10/19/2011
 
Proposals for Brownfields Grants are Due by November 28
Online training to apply is October 25
10/18/2011
 
Number One among Pennsylvania's 43 Weatherization Assistance Providers
State officials say SEDA-COG heads the list
10/17/2011
 
Flood-damaged Bridge is Coming Down
Joint Rail Authority moving quickly on replacement plans
10/14/2011
 
Energy conservation and efficiency first; then renewables
10/12/2011
 
Family farm to expand with help from SEDA-COG
10/12/2011
 
Manufacturer in Juniata County receives business expansion loan
10/12/2011
 
Your Opportunity to Guide Public Transportation Decisions
"Transit Summit 2011" is in Danville on November 18
10/11/2011
 
SEDA-COG working on QR Code project for small business
10/10/2011
 
Mt. Carmel firm receives training in international trade
10/5/2011
 
Public Transit in the Region is Topic of Upcoming Radio Program
Broadcasts are scheduled this Sunday, October 9
10/5/2011
 
"World: Here we come"
SEDA-COG's Annual Trade Conference attracts 24 area companies
10/4/2011
 
Speakers are Announced for "Transit Summit 2011"
One-day conference is in Danville on November 18
10/4/2011
 
A) Flood Disaster Recovery Assistance
Low-interest loans for flood-related repairs
9/29/2011
 
B) Flood Disaster Recovery Information
Recovery assistance is available to both businesses and individuals
9/29/2011
 
C) Flood Disaster Recovery Information
A list of Disaster Recovery Centers in 24 counties
9/29/2011
 
D) Flood Disaster Recovery Information
Pennsylvania programs for agricultural businesses, farms, and homes
9/29/2011
 
Marysville, Pennsylvania firm receives financing
9/29/2011
 
The Borough of South Williamsport Proposed Budget Modification- Notice
FFY 2008 PROPOSED BUDGET MODIFICATION - NOTICE
The borough of South Williamsport intends to modify its Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2008 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Entitlement budget.
9/27/2011
 
Union County Final Public Hearing Notice--CDBG 2011
The Union County Commissioners intend to submit an application for Union County, the borough of Lewisburg, and Kelly Township to the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) for Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2011 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.  The total amount of the FFY 2011 CDBG funds being requested is $448,845.
9/27/2011
 
Pathways to Health is part of walkable / bikeable event
"Active Living in Williamsport" is October 7
9/19/2011
 
test
9/16/2011
 
A Wellsboro hardware store and lumber yard is purchased with help from SBA
9/15/2011
 
A York manufacturing firm has expanded with help from the SBA
9/15/2011
 
Energy Seminar on Diversifying Fuels is Rescheduled due to Flooding
It's October 7 in Lewisburg
9/14/2011
 
Government Contract Opportunities through the Commonwealth
Learn all about them at free workshop in Williamsport,
October 6
9/14/2011
 
Mifflin County is updating its comprehensive plan
9/14/2011
 
SEDA-COG and Baltimore-based Economist Teaming Up
9/14/2011
 
Radio station announces programming change
9/13/2011
 
Rural Pennsylvania business park looking forward to rail service
9/13/2011
 
State Grant Helps Firm Explore Trade Opportunities in Asia
Meets with prospects; visits Chinese distribution facilities
9/13/2011
 
The largest and smallest counties in Pennsylvania are in the SEDA-COG region
9/13/2011
 
SEDA-COG and Local Chamber Working Together in Sunbury
combining resources for economic development plan
9/6/2011
 
Additional plans announced for the region's public transit conference
9/1/2011
 
"We are - Penn State" goes international
Students around the globe heading to the State College campus
8/31/2011
 
Mechanicsburg firm is now ready to receive US Navy contracts
Got help from Procurement Centers at SEDA-COG and in San Diego
8/30/2011
 
Senator's office issues statement on federal rail freight grant
8/30/2011
 
Susquehanna Greenway Partnership wins "Paint Your Chair" contest
8/26/2011
 
This local government is beginning a solar energy project
8/26/2011
 
A new park takes shape along the Susquehanna Greenway
The Muncy Heritage Park is opening soon
8/25/2011
 
An 18-year update of housing rehabilitation in Central Pennsylvania
Has resulted in significant funds for local economies
8/23/2011
 
What are local governments doing with solar energy?
8/23/2011
 
A new energy specialist on the staff of the Energy Resource Center
8/22/2011
 
Here's an opportunity to grow your "cleantech" company
The deadline to apply is September 12.
8/22/2011
 
Bellefonte firm receives business expansion loan
8/19/2011
 
A public transit summit is planned in Central Pennsylvania this fall
8/15/2011
 
Carload figures for the five shortline railroads
8/15/2011
 
Events along the Susquehanna Greenway
8/11/2011
 
Good news - $24,000 worth - for Moreland Township
8/11/2011
 
Danville is looking for $70,000 to complete a downtown improvement project
8/10/2011
 
Head of Appalachian Regional Commission comments on meeting with business leaders
8/9/2011
 
Our 12th Annual International Trade Conference is coming up
An opportunity to meet with trade representatives from around the world
8/9/2011
 
A new Susquehanna Greenway attraction is dedicated
55-acre site offers athletic fields, trails, picnic areas
8/7/2011
 
Central Pennsylvania railroad news from ASLRRA
8/4/2011
 
Free maintenance and transportation-related training for municipal officials
Courses include drainage, unpaved roads, pavement markings, more
8/3/2011
 
The head of the Appalachian Regional Commission meets with area business people
Discussion at SEDA-COG includes Marcellus Shale, Davis-Bacon, availability of financing
8/2/2011
 
Third annual Paddle Between the Parks
8/2/2011
 
Financing for a broiler house in Northumberland County
7/28/2011
 
Full speed ahead for senior citizen housing project in Lewistown
Construction on Mann Edge Terrace will start this fall
7/27/2011
 
Third-generation dairy farm receives SBA loan
7/26/2011
 
An SBA loan to purchase a restaurant has been finalized
7/25/2011
 
An update on green jobs and the "clean economy"
7/19/2011
 
Energy conservation effort in New Berlin receives national recognition
7/19/2011
 
Local governments are turning to the Energy Resource Center
7/19/2011
 
Funds for an access road at Northumberland County's new recreation area
The Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area will be developed on 6,000 acres
7/18/2011
 
Traffic on the region's rail freight lines is up by more than 25%
7/18/2011
 
Government contracting event is planned
7/15/2011
 
Special recognition for SEDA-COG's Weatherization program
#1 for energy savings; one of 12 to reach production goals
7/14/2011
 
Three of Rail Authority's five lines honored by Norfolk Southern
Awards are presented at Norfolk Southern's Annual Short Line Meeting
7/13/2011
 
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Sealed bids for  Fredna Avenue Improvements, Contract 2011-01 will be received by Loyalsock Township at 2501 East Third Street, Williamsport, PA 17701 until 11:00 AM Prevailing Time, August 5, 2011, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read aloud.
7/12/2011
 
Land is purchased for an apartment building for the elderly in Lewistown
7/11/2011
 
The SEDA-COG Joint Rail Authority meets tomorrow, July 13
7/11/2011
 
Decorate a chair and win a hundred bucks
7/8/2011
 
NADO has announced an award to SEDA-COG
7/8/2011
 
SEDA-COG Export staff helps save big shipment to France
Raw insect venom valued at $407,000
7/8/2011
 
Final report issued on public transportation needs in six-county region
7/7/2011
 
SEDA-COG's Export Newsflash is out
Export tools on the Web, trade shows in Israel and Dubai, Philadelphia Port tour
7/7/2011
 
Students and local residents to benefit from new pedestrian trail
Millville School District plans several related projects
7/7/2011
 
A great way to teach young people about solar energy
7/6/2011
 
Opportunities to comment on PennDOT's Twelve Year Program
Meetings are planned in Bradford, Lycoming, and Snyder counties
7/6/2011
 
"Walkable Communities" event in Williamsport
7/5/2011
 
The latest on Lewistown's Fountain Square Park
7/5/2011
 
Jobs and economic development in rural areas
6/29/2011
 
Teaching government contracting services to prison inmates
6/28/2011
 
How five communities identified a million kWh in potential energy savings
6/27/2011
 
Mifflin County industrial group asks Senators to support EDA
6/24/2011
 
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