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This article is a part of Every Voice, Every Vote, a collaborative project managed by the Lenfest Institute for Journalism with lead support from the William Penn Foundation, and additional funding from Lenfest, Comcast NBC Universal, the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, Henry L. Kimelman Family Foundation, Judy and Peter Leone, Arctos Foundation, Wyncote […]
Automation and robotics are rapidly reshaping the manufacturing landscape, and Pittsburgh initiatives are stepping up to support smaller manufacturers in their pursuit of innovation. A local research institute is helping small and medium-sized manufacturers in Southwestern Pennsylvania (SWPA) ride the wave of the future, hoping it’ll prevent them from being left behind. The Advanced Robotics […]
When Michael Benevento first came to Baltimore to study at the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA), he could never imagine how downtown Baltimore would play into his life story. More than 20 years later, with his life partner and fellow director Julianne Hamilton by his side, the co-leader of Bromo Arts District tentpole Current […]
Federal funds continued to drive investment in the Pittsburgh region. Over $1 million in grants from the Build Back Better fund and the Department of Energy flowed into the region, primarily for workforce and sustainable developments. Plus, a local healthcare startup is now reportedly valued in the billions as it seeks $250 million. Read on […]
As more national and global events come to Philly, stakeholders are using the opportunity to solidify the city’s place in the worldwide tech ecosystem. The city itself plays a big role, said Tempest Carter, director of strategic technology initiatives for the Philadelphia Department of Commerce. On Technical.ly Speaking, a monthly segment on WURD Radio’s “Reality […]
Public spaces across Pennsylvania are about to get an internet upgrade. The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) announced $45 million in funding for the Multi-Purpose Community Facilities Program, which provides money to community organizations and local governments to upgrade public facilities. The program will provide grants to 49 projects in 26 counties across the commonwealth. […]