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The News section highlights CoHub updates, community stories, project announcements, funding insights, and regional conversations connected to community development, revitalization, infrastructure, and economic opportunity.
We believe progress is worth sharing…and not just the big wins, but the lessons, partnerships, and momentum that help communities move forward.

Blog posts

RFP: Market and Demand Analysis
The Community Project Hub of SWPA (“the CoHub”) invites proposals from qualified consultants to conduct a market and demand analysis in support of Creative Corridor: Planning for Trail-Connected Downtown Revitalization, […]
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Letter from the CEO: New Name. Clearer Story. Meet CoHub
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Revisiting our Readiness Framework
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CoHub Receives $100,000 from Appalachian Regional Commission’s POWER Initiative
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How to Transform PA’s Housing Action Plan into Local Action
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Opportunity Zones 2.0: Helping our Region Prioritize with the Data
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When Loans Beat Grants: Considering Flexible Financing in Uncertain Times
The question we hear most from municipal leaders and community developers is, “How can we get grant funding?” We are happy to assist with this (After completing our intake form!), […]
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Pennsylvania finally has a budget. What does it mean for SWPA municipalities?
Investment in Economic Development and Public SafetyIn regards to economic development, the Commonwealth is investing in downtowns while also seeking to enhance the business climate to drive more investment from […]
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The Research Council: Driving Regional Impact through Campus-Community Collaboration
For communities in southwestern Pennsylvania, visionary and strategic work often competes with day-to-day demands. Research is essential to diagnosing local issues, identifying best practices, and innovating solutions–but it can feel […]
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