Local Government – Bensalem Township

Wolf Announces 2.4 Million for Workforce Boards for In-Demand Careers

Published

6 years ago

January 19, 2020

Jeff Bohen

Press Release: Lower Bucks Source Staff

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Governor Tom Wolf announced more than $2.4 million has been awarded to local workforce development boards (LWDBs) to help businesses and school districts work together to better prepare students for in-demand careers across Pennsylvania, last week.

“These investments will give students the technical training they need to get good-paying jobs when they join the workforce,” said Governor Wolf. “Building business and education partnerships will help ensure our students have the skills they need to succeed in today’s economy, while simultaneously creating new generations of highly-skilled workers for Pennsylvania employers.”

The Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) awarded $2.4 million for Business-Education Partnership (BEP) grants to 19 LWDBs. The partnerships will connect schools, employers, and students to provide career-related experiences and opportunities through soft-skills development, internships, workplace shadowing, and career mentoring, all with the goal of preparing students for good local jobs.

L&I Secretary Jerry Oleksiak today highlighted the $100,000 grant award for the Delaware County Workforce Development Board (DCWDB) at a press conference in Media, where he was joined by Educational Data Systems Inc. (EDSI), Delaware County Community College, and local workforce development and education representatives. Oleksiak then visited the College’s nursing and manufacturing simulation labs where students receive hand-on training on industry relevant equipment.

“Last year the commonwealth funded BEP grant activities to serve more than 20,000 individuals across the commonwealth,” said Oleksiak. “These strategic partnerships benefit employers by educating tomorrow’s workforce and helping them become more job-ready, while providing students with a solid first work experience to put them squarely on the path to success.”

The DCWDB, in partnership with EDSI, will use BEP funds to expand the Two-Generation Career Exploration and Education Program to serve adults and high school students residing in Delaware County who are interested in exploring manufacturing or health care careers. Now in its sixth year, the program’s goal is to provide activities for both students and their parents or guardians to better prepare them to join the workforce in high-priority occupations.

“The Business-Education Partnership grant provided the opportunity for EDSI, the Chamber of Commerce, local school districts, the Delaware County Community College and employers to work in a true collaborative spirit to positively impact youth in our county,” said EDSI Regional Director of Operations Roe Falcone. “This collaboration provided youth with the opportunity to learn about the health care and manufacturing fields through career panels, a career awareness day and industry specific boot camps.”

The following 19 LWDBs received Business-Education Partnership grants:

Berks County Workforce Development Board $110,955
Bucks County Workforce Development Board $118,200
Central Pennsylvania Workforce Development Board $121,080
Chester County Workforce Development Board $150,000
Delaware County Workforce Development Board $100,000
Lackawanna County Workforce Development Board $158,915
Lancaster County Workforce Development Board $100,000
Luzerne-Schuylkill Workforce Development Board $100,000
North Central Workforce Development Board $191,498
Northern Tier Workforce Development Board $131,006
Northwest Workforce Development Board $120,000
Philadelphia Workforce Development Board $137,952
Pocono Counties Workforce Development Board $100,000
South Central Workforce Development Board $200,000
Southern Alleghenies Workforce Development Board $ 77,387
Southwest Corner Workforce Development Board $100,000
Three Rivers Workforce Development Board $161,958
Tri-County Workforce Development Board $100,000
West Central Workforce Development Board $150,000

The Business-Education Partnership grants from L&I are funded at 100 percent through federal money made available from the Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act. For more information about the Business-Education Partnership awards, visit the Department of Labor & Industry.

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Lower Bucks Schools to Hold “Remote” and Asynchronous Learning Tuesday

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1 week ago

February 23, 2026

Joanne Ames

Lower Bucks County public school districts announced their plans for Tuesday, the day after the blizzard of 26 as public school buildings will remain closed and “remote” or “asynchronous learning” is scheduled for students.

Below is a list of the schools and their website for Tuesday, Feb. 24. All are encouraged to use the links to see the full details of your school district.

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Parxview Hotel in Bensalem Taking Reservations, Opening Soon, Casino Says

Published

2 weeks ago

February 19, 2026

Jeff Bohen

Parx Casino hopes to continue extending guest stays with the planned opening of the Parxview Hotel in Bensalem later this year, officials said.

Parxview Hotel on Street Road will soon start taking reservations, according to the casino’s website.

Parx Casino, sent out an email invitation several days ago to player card members encouraging them to “be the first to stay” at the hotel.

Parx acquired the Inn at Fox Chase for $13.75 million and announced a total rebrand of the hotel, last year.

“When we reopen as the rebranded Parxview Hotel in 2026, you can expect a brand-new, upscale, and modern hotel experience,” according to the hotels newly launched website.

Credit: Parxview Hotel

The newly branded site spans six floors across 4.75 acres, which includes 167-rooms. Parxview Hotel includes newly renovated spaces highlighted by the 16 added luxury suites that are on the top floor.

Guests will have access to free parking, the Parxview Bistro and bar, and shuttle service connecting the hotel with the nearby Parx casino and racetrack properties, approximately half a mile away, according to Parxview officials.

An official Parxview opening date has yet to be announced as of publication time but it is getting close.