S. Alleghenies - PA

Pennsylvania’s outdoor recreation economy grew $1.5 billion in 2024 — reaching $20.4B and outpacing the national growth rate. The outdoor rec industry also added 9K jobs — now supporting more than 177,000 workers and $9.5 billion in wages across PA. pa.gov/agencies/dcnr/…

The Huntingdon County Planning Commission (HCPC) was presented with plans for Juniata College to create a new 252-space parking lot between Ellis Hall and College Avenue and add a 12-space expansion to East Housing parking. huntingdondailynews.com/news/local/pla…

The 2025-2028 Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) is now online. The Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) is a four-year listing of planned highway, bridge, transit, aviation, rail, and multi-modal projects. sapdc.net/2025-2028-draf…

East Taylor Township is set to receive upgrades using state funds from the Commonwealth Financing Agency’s Local Share Account; $130,848 for improvements at the Mineral Point and Dormer Street playgrounds and $73,000 for electrical work at the office. tribdem.com/news/state-rep…

Alleghenies Ahead, the region’s 6-County Comprehensive Plan, is a collaborative effort to implement strategies that boost the region’s ability to create/compete for jobs, attract & retain residents, & become a place w. stronger, more vital communities. sapdc.net/alleghenies-ah…

A bridge on Wopsononock Avenue over Spring Run has been renamed the Private First Class James A. Behe Memorial Bridge. Behe was a member of the Army’s 80th Infantry Division. In Sept. 1944, he was captured and held as a prisoner of war at Stalag VII-A. altoonamirror.com/news/local-new…

The Transportation Improvement Program is a 4-year list of planned highway, bridge, transit, aviation, rail, etc. projects - developed in cooperation w. the four rural counties in the Alleghenies, PennDOT District 9-0, PennDOT Central Office, & SAP&DC. sapdc.net/2023-2026-tran…

Blair Township Water and Sewer Authority officials see a solution to use a critical $2.5 million federal grant for the first phase of the work before a Sept. 30 deadline is lost. altoonamirror.com/news/local-new…

PennDOT will close Route 271 or Menoher Blvd. in Johnstown entirely for about eight weeks starting in July and include a 10.2-mile detour around the work, to replace the damaged rockfall mesh, and the removal of any fallen or loose material. wjactv.com/news/local/men…

The CO·, a self-described “co·llaborative co·working co·mmunity,” recently opened in downtown Johnstown as a place where remote workers, startup designers, entrepreneurs and other creative types can work with like-minded professionals. tribdem.com/news/local_new…

Our Community Planning and Development division provides economic & community development, transportation planning, technology development, & regional planning for local governments and non-profits in the Southern Alleghenies. sapdc.net/planning-fundi…

Downtown Bedford, Inc. will host the annual Spring Wine & Spirits Walk this Saturday from 1-5 p.m. in downtown Bedford. The Wine & Spirits walk features wineries, breweries, distilleries and cideries that partner with the downtown businesses for the day. bedfordgazette.com/news/local/ann…

Southern Alleghenies Rural Planning Organization develops and maintains the region’s Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan. The Plan is consistent with the region's Long Range Transportation Plan as well as fed/state guidance regarding bicycle and pedestrian plans. sapdc.net/bicycle-and-pe…

Sheetz announced plans to hire more than 1,500 people — 500 of which will be at Pennsylvania locations. Sheetz will host hiring events with on-the-spot interviews at each of its 315 locations in PA. The events take place Wed., March 25, from 8AM to 8PM. wtaj.com/news/local-new…

Southern Alleghenies Rural Planning Organization’s Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) outlines a vision for the region’s transportation system over the next 25+ years. LRTP guide decisions in the Twelve-Year Plan and Transportation Improvement Program. sapdc.net/long-range-tra…

The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) program provides the region’s local governments and non-profits with accurate and reliable GIS data and cartographic products for planning, decision making and project implementation. sapdc.net/geographic-inf…

The 2025-2027 Unified Planning Work Program describes the transportation-related policies, procedures, and activities to be completed by the SAP&DC and the Rural Planning Organization for a two-year period between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2027. sapdc.net/the-southern-a…

Drivers can expect minor delays on Route 653 (Main Street) between Bridge Street and Market Street in Rockwood, Somerset County, from March 30 to April 10 for streetscape improvements. wtaj.com/news/penndot/m…

Need help writing grant applications to state and federal funding programs, technical assistance on grant writing efforts, and identifying project and potential funding sources? Contact our Community Capacity Program! sapdc.net/community-capa…

State Sen. Langerholc Jr. announces the launch of an essay contest for high school students to commemorate America250. Submit an essay on the topic, “In recognition of the 250th anniversary of the United States, what does the American Dream mean to you?” tribdem.com/news/state-sen…