Posted on April 20, 2011 at 8:36 AM / Permalink
Westmoreland County economic development officials want to attract more Marcellus shale drilling and service companies that would create jobs.
The county will solicit proposals from companies to lease part of the former Sony Corp. television plant near New Stanton, which closed last year, to house a plant for treatment of wastewater from drilling, a move officials say could lead to Westmoreland serving as a hub for the industry.
Read more: Marcellus gas firms courted by Westmoreland to spur jobs - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/business/s_718613.html#ixzz1K4Q22Qpk
Posted on April 20, 2011 at 8:33 AM / Permalink
On a recent wintry afternoon, Doug Orbin stood near the center of the cavernous former Sony Corp. television plant and remembered the glory days.
Read more: New strategy eyed for ex-Sony site in Westmoreland County - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/news/westmoreland/s_723776.html#ixzz1K4PPxPu6
Posted on August 12, 2010 at 3:36 PM / Permalink
We are conducting a survey, and your response would be appreciated.
The hottest natural gas boom in the world is right here. The Marcellus Shale formation is driving energy firms to Pennsylvania and Westmoreland County, and the influx of dollars is creating business opportunities with natural gas and service companies, supporting businesses and worker spending. As a business operating in Westmoreland County, you may be taking advantage of the opportunities with the emerging natural gas industry. In many cases, those opportunities are being missed.
In order to best serve the business community of Westmoreland County, the Westmoreland Development Council, in conjunction with the Chambers of Commerce, is asking for businesses to participate in a brief survey. As you will see, the surveys ask for very general information relating to interest, involvement and assistant sought in the industry. Once the surveys are completed and submitted and the information is compiled, the County organizations will have a good understanding of the current status of our business community and make the necessary steps to assist those wanting to take advantage of the many opportunities in this emerging industry.
The Economic Growth Connection, Westmoreland Development Council and county Chambers of Commerce thank you for your participation!
If you cannot see the survey below, click here to take survey.