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Blair County Coach Matt Fox is using years of business experience to pour enthusiasm into local entrepreneurs. The Alleghenies region is turning into an entrepreneurial ecosystem for emerging [...]

When Becki Hollen and Chris Bencivenga relocated to Hollidaysburg from Pittsburgh, they missed indie gift shops so they created one: Lightning Bug Gift Co. I stopped in at Lightning Bug Gift Co. [...]

“Is the juice worth the squeeze?” That’s one of the questions that Startup Alleghenies coach Matt Reckner helps each entrepreneur determine for themselves. Regardless of what stage the startup [...]

When you enroll in Startup Alleghenies, you’re paired with a coach from your county who helps you explore and build structure around your dream. Whether it’s help with a business plan, [...]

By Cara Aungst In 2020, Lace Sparrow was started as an online option for size inclusive, comfortable and fashionable clothing for women. On July 1, the boutique opened a brick-and-mortar shop at [...]

Photo: Unsplash/Scott Graham   What’s the difference between debt and equity? What’s the best way to get funding for the next step of your entrepreneurial journey? In Startup Alleghenies [...]

Owner Maddy Martinsen (right) credits the restaurant’s rapid growth to the power of the Blair County community. Photo provided.   This fall, crowd-favorite Mayfield is moving into the [...]

Joey DiGangi from W.D. Strategies If the best time to plant a tree is 20 years ago, then the best time to start a business that helps companies grow their digital footprint is days before the [...]

Since cars are changing and innovating so quickly, shouldn’t car horns be evolving as well? Bedford-based Meerya, a vehicular communication startup, says yes. It’s the brainchild of an engineer [...]

photo credit to Brittney Meagan Photography Kelly McGee, owner of Aesthetics by Kell, says her mobile medical spa service has become popular in the Bedford area and now she’s ready to move the [...]