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Listen to Prism, a podcast series that shines a light on the power of creativity in PA communities. This episode features the Center for Metal Works in Johnstown, where metalwork returns to a [...]

Photo: Pexels/Tima Miroshnichenko One of the most challenging aspects of opening a small business is that age-old necessity: money. Finding the most beneficial funding for your startup is no easy [...]

Tim Kretchman presenting Accomods. Photo: Provided When Tim Kretchman was working as Director of Special Education at Meyersdale Area School District, he wanted to enhance and improve the [...]

When Sylvia Carr couldn’t find haircare products in Johnstown, she decided to take matters into her own hands and created Bougie Hair Care. Photo: Provided After a battle with cancer in [...]

A generous customer’s random act of kindness paid for meals while Rebelz food truck was serving UPMC Altoona’s third shift. Read this feel-good story.

Journeyman Hammocks are a simple, complete, robust sleeping solution for outdoor enthusiasts. Photo: Provided Founder Shane Stoehr launched his parent company Journeyman Products in 2014 with a [...]

The Alleghenies are home to some of the best views and finest camping experiences on the east coast. Thousands of explorers travel to the area every year to enjoy both beauty and adventure. A new [...]

Pennsylvania Director of Outdoor Recreation Nathan Reigner announced the Recreation Engagement Coalition (REC) on September 14, 2022. Photo: PAPressRoom Department of Conservation and Natural [...]

Restored Grounds in has created a place for friends and neighbors in Martinsburg to refuel and reconnect. Hear from owner Sunshine Sassano about her vision and her startup journey. 

Governor Tom Wolf announced funding allocations through the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) and the Altoona Blair County Development Corporation (ABCD Corp.) was allocated $4 [...]