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Over the past year, DRIVE partnered with the Bloomsburg Public Library and other libraries throughout the region to address a critical need: improving digital literacy. Residents in Columbia, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder, and Union counties registered for computer classes and one-on-one support to learn new skills and gain confidence in the...Continue Reading

Berwick, PA –  Governor Josh Shapiro today announced that Amazon is planning to invest at least $20 billion to establish multiple high-tech cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) innovation campuses across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. This investment will create at least 1,250 high-paying, high-tech jobs. Salem Township and Falls Township...Continue Reading

HARRISBURG — Three regional leaders have been named among Pennsylvania’s 2025 Trailblazers in Economic & Workforce Development.The City & State website says the three are difference-makers in politics, policy and beyond.Honorees include Erica Mulberger of Advance Central PA, a Lewisburg based regional group. Also, Ryan Unger, a Sunbury native, and...Continue Reading

LEWISBURG — A New York City commercial real estate and investment firm intends to purchase the final property at Great Stream Commons in Allenwood for $2.7 million.The Union County commissioners at Tuesday’s public meeting approved a letter of intent from KSR Capital to purchase a 37-acre lot at the Great...Continue Reading

LEWISBURG — Mark Burke is a rock star.At least that’s how Denny Hummer, assistant director of Bucknell University’s Small Business Development Center, described Burke during a celebration of National Small Business Week at the Campus Theatre in Lewisburg on Thursday. Burke, the founder of Danville-based MYNDDSET, was recognized as the...Continue Reading

Central Pennsylvania has two high-quality options for career-technical education. SUN Area Technical Institute (SUN Tech) and Columbia-Montour Area Vocational Technical School (CMAVTS) both prepare the next generation of students for successful careers while offering adult education programs.“These institutions have inspiring learning environments for students that not only prepare them to...Continue Reading

“The Central Pennsylvania Susquehanna River Valley Region is known for its outdoor recreation opportunities for tourists and residents alike! The Shikellamy State Park and the Susquehanna Greenway are located on the beautiful Susquehanna River, providing access to area parks, trails, and communities. These are just a few of the outdoor...Continue Reading

“The Central Pennsylvania region has something fun for everyone to enjoy! Residents and visitors have many annual events, arts & culture, and museums to explore. No matter what you are interested in exploring, DRIVE has the information and resources to get your adventure started here in Central PA!” states Timothy...Continue Reading

“DRIVE has almost a decade of history assisting the community in Central Pennsylvania in economic development efforts. The key to our organization’s success lies within the strong commitment for sustained growth by businesses and community leaders in our five counties: Columbia, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder, and Union),” states Timothy Hippensteel, DRIVE’s...Continue Reading

“DRIVE is a dedicated economic development organization in Central Pennsylvania dedicated to showcasing important business and development news in the region. Visitors of the DRIVE website and social media platforms now have access to more resources, events, incentives, and project information than ever before!” states Colleen Patterson, Administrative Assistant at...Continue Reading

“People who choose to work, live, and play in Central Pennsylvania have access to high-quality services, recreation, housing, and so much more! Here at DRIVE, we are dedicated to providing in-depth information to those interested in highlighting reasons why businesses, residents, and visitors flourish in the area,” states Amanda Craig...Continue Reading

“DRIVE is an organization dedicated to planning and implementing economic development efforts in the communities here in Central Pennsylvania. The DRIVE team has a mission to bring businesses in the region the resources, networking opportunities, and incentives necessary to succeed in the region,” states DRIVE’s Executive Director Jennifer Wakeman (CEcD). Meet...Continue Reading

“DRIVE is an organization dedicated to providing in-depth information about the counties located in Central Pennsylvania. This demographic information is designed to provide site selectors and potential residents with vital information about the regional county data for business or personal purposes,” states Timothy Hippensteel, Office & Project Manager of DRIVE.Central...Continue Reading

“Central Pennsylvania benefits from the excellent wireless services that DRIVEnet Wireless Broadband Network provides. This network delivers reliable, high-speed internet to businesses and residents in the five-county region. We encourage you to contact the DRIVE staff for more information on how you can benefit from connecting to this affordable and...Continue Reading

“The Greater Susquehanna Keystone Innovation Zone (GSKIZ) offers businesses a place to succeed, with added tax credit benefits! Businesses located in the GSKIZ are qualified to receive tradable tax credits to offset tax liability or to sell to fund more growth,” states Amanda Craig Bradley, the Business Outreach Manager of...Continue Reading

“DRIVE is an economic development leader dedicated to providing entrepreneurs and small businesses with entrepreneurial spaces to foster success here in Central Pennsylvania! The DRIVE team strives to provide dynamic environments and events that allow you to put your business plans into motion,” states Jennifer Wakeman (CEcD), DRIVE’s Executive Director. DRIVE...Continue Reading

DRIVE awarded $189K grant, plans to develop multi-state small business ecosystemDANVILLE — DRIVE plans to use a $189,000 grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission to develop SPARK, a multi-state, multi-county small business ecosystem and incubation network.DRIVE, an economic development council of governments serving Columbia, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder, and Union counties,...Continue Reading

Rail connectivity fuels economic growth for family-owned businesses in PennsylvaniaA partnership between Norfolk Southern, the North Shore Railroad Company, and state and local economic development partners provided the vital rail connectivity needed to enable Pennsylvania’s Country View Family Farms to open a new feed mill. The project expands market reach...Continue Reading