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Gas jobs spiral
Not that long ago, Pennsylvania was barely able to produce one-quarter of the natural gas its residents needed.
Today, the state is awash in natural gas and looking to markets outside the commonwealth’s borders – all due to Marcellus Shale.

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BILL FINDLEY | Revitalization of area’s manufacturing key to growth
Don’t be misled by past jobs numbers in this industry sector or the emphasis currently being placed on the development of the area’s service producing industries, a trend that is thought to be more aligned with movements at both the state and national level.

April 28, 2011
Area colleges expanding, advancing for students
Area institutions of higher education are not only experiencing growth, but also ushering in new programs they believe will meet the demands of students and the community.

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Online learning a growing option
For school districts or parents looking for an alternative way to educate children, look no further than the Learning Lamp’s online learning program.

April 28, 2011
Local automobile dealers say sales are on an upward trend
Vehicle sales nationally are on the rebound coming out of the Great Recession, and local dealers are going after their fair share of the business.

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Banks: Recession fading
Despite area banks largely showing strong financial performances in 2010, leadership at those institutions are cautiously optimistic when it comes to the remainder of the year.

April 28, 2011
Realtors see ‘good opening’ for local market
Throughout the housing boom of the past decade, Cambria and Somerset counties seemed to be forgotten and out of the mix while many markets nationwide grew at envious rates.

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‘Now is the time’
Young bachelor-degree earners may be increasing in Cambria County faster than the statewide and national pace.

April 28, 2011
Below Marcellus ...
The Marcellus Shale natural gas bed has been dubbed the opening act of stacked plays in the Appalachian Basin – home to multiple natural gas zones.

April 28, 2011
Shale gas drives down unemployment rates
The unemployment rate in Clearfield County, to the north, is bucking statewide trends dropping more than a full percent since December.
Leaders there have no doubt that the jobs have a direct link to Marcellus well drilling.

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