Cochranton
Cochranton, PA · Business
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Former Lord Corporation Property Set for Redevelopment
A long-vacant property on Erie’s west side is poised for a new chapter. The former Lord Corporation site at West 12th Street and Greengarden Boulevard has been purchased by Drew Whiting and Michael Peterson, who are exploring redevelopment opportunities for the property. The Erie Downtown Development Corporation (EDDC) will...
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Erie gets first physical marketplace for peer-to-peer vehicle sales
Erie’s first physical pop-up venue for peer-to-peer vehicle sales is opening on Oct. 10. Private Auto Market at 1607 State St., which is also the parking lot of the former Erie Maennerchor Club, will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership starting at 9 a.m. What is Private Auto Market? Private Auto Market will provide Erie with a location where vehicle sellers and buyers can meet, browse vehicles, negotiate and complete private vehicle sales. Sellers and buyers will negotiate directly. Private Auto Market provides access to on-site notary services and bill-of-sale templates. Medical education: AHN Saint Vincent to open path to nursing careers for working adults The business aims to provide an alternative to selling a vehicle online through platforms like Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist. According to Private Auto Market organizers, sometimes online meetups can lead to unsafe locations, payment scams and other issues. What to expect at the ribbon-cutting for Private Auto Market? Beginning with the Oct. 10 ribbon-cutting event at State Street, Private Auto Market will have vehicles on-site for sale. A grand opening day special allows sellers to register a vehicle for sale for $50. This special runs on the grand opening
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Your Money: Workplace retirement plans for business owners
If you're a local business owner, you're juggling many priorities: growing revenue, managing expenses, supporting your team and planning for your future. What if one tool could help with all these goals?
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Troyer Farms potatoes prosper on acres considered for industrial park
Potatoes are being harvested from county-owned land in Girard Township that was once considered for industrial development. Troyer Farms planted the potatoes on the property and is now harvesting the crop. The land became the center of controversy after County Executive Brenton Davis pushed for an industrial park at the site. Erie County Council unanimously […]
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Your Money: Workplace retirement plans for business owners
If you’re a local business owner, you’re juggling many priorities: growing revenue, managing expenses, supporting your team and planning for your future. What if one tool could help with all these goals? Here on Thursday to talk about this was Edward Jones Financial Advisor Charlie Holt.
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Rural Business Boost
Folkland Foods Receives Nearly $200,000 USDA Grant to Support Expansion. Folkland Foods in Waterford is receiving a $199,000 USDA grant to invest in infrastructure, equipment, and raw materials as the organic French fry producer expands. The company’s products are now sold in all 50 states, with plans to develop a third shift and increase production.
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Solar Atmospheres of Western PA Expands Titanium Processing Capabilities with New Water Quench Furnace
Solar Atmospheres of Western PA has expanded its heat treatment capabilities with the delivery of a new water quench furnace specifically designed to process large titanium components. The company is currently commissioning the new system at its Hermitage, Pennsylvania, facility and is expected to be placed into production November 2026.
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Royer Threads Takes Over Business from The Preppy Pickle
Dozens of custom orders from a local embroidery store are being fulfilled thanks to another local business stepping in to help. When Preppy Pickle owner Christine Myers passed away unexpectedly last month, Jess Royer, owner of Royer Threads, was asked to take over Myers' unfinished orders. Royer said it was...
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Big Ideas Learning lays off roughly 25% of Erie workforce
Big Ideas Learning said it cut its Erie workforce by approximately 25% last month. The educational publishing company said the layoff primarily affected research and development positions, citing disruptions in the education market that lasted longer than expected. Big Ideas said factors including reduced federal support, increased technology costs and declining school enrollment have caused […]
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Former Lord Corp. property enters new chapter thanks to Greengarden Gateway
The former Lord Corporation property on West 12th and Greengarden Boulevard is entering a new chapter under new ownership. Previously purchased by Finish Thompson a few years ago, the local company determined they were not in the financial position for their initially planned project, putting the property back on the market earlier this year. Now, […]
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Manufacturer & Business Association 121st Annual Event
Business and community leaders gathered at the Bayfront Convention Center Thursday for an event focused on leadership, workforce development and the future of the region’s industries. Lori Joint, president and CEO of the Manufacturers and Business Association, says the event began with Manufacturing Day, when more than 2,000 students...
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Renovate Erie cuts the ribbon on new Peach Street location
A previously vacant Erie storefront has new life after a local business celebrated its move into a newly remodeled space on Monday. Renovate Erie held a ribbon-cutting for its new location, which was formerly occupied by Point Spa before sitting vacant earlier this year. The company serves customers across Erie and several other Pennsylvania communities […]