Fay-Penn Economic Development Council

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. We are forever grateful for their courage and the families they left behind. 🇺🇸

05/19/2026

Thank you to all who attended our Annual Meeting on Thursday, May 14th! A special thank you to those who entered their nametag into a drawing for a gift certificate. Our interns, Charles and Noah, were happy to do the honors of pulling the winner!

And the winner is...... (drumroll please)

05/18/2026

We are proud to partner in this premier leadership initiative as it continues to grow, innovate, and elevate its impact year after year.

05/14/2026

The Fay-Penn team is excited for tonight’s Annual Dinner!

We hope to see everyone this evening starting at 5:00 PM at the Trailside Landing Event Center in Connellsville
📍235 N. First Street

Looking forward to a great evening of networking, community celebration, and recognizing the exciting work happening throughout Fayette County!

05/13/2026

We are pleased to announce our support for Fayette County’s newest premier destination: Rustic Ridge-Home of The Pike Pavilion.

Developed by local entrepreneurs Charlotte and Ron Molek, Rustic Ridge is poised to become a cornerstone of the region’s hospitality landscape. Located along the historic National Pike, the establishment offers a sophisticated blend of fine dining, live entertainment, and a curated bourbon and cigar lounge.

Fay-Penn Economic Development Council is proud to have played a role in the realization of this project through our financing programs. Set to celebrate its Grand Opening over Memorial Day Weekend, Rustic Ridge represents a significant private investment in our local economy. We remain committed to partnering with visionary business owners who foster regional growth and provide high-quality experiences for residents and visitors alike.

For the latest developments and event schedules, please follow Rustic Ridge on Facebook.

05/12/2026

Congratulations to the Comfort Inn in Connellsville, which received the Best of Choice recognition recently!!! That is the highest honor nationwide for the hotel chain.

05/04/2026

Please plan to attend the next Town Hall discussion about data centers. This event will take place in the evening from 6-8pm.

05/04/2026

It's National Small Business Week!! Check out the various workshops available.

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05/01/2026

Spent the day at the 5th Annual Westmoreland Blight Conference—and honestly, we were so engaged we didn’t take a single photo 📸😅 (which probably says everything you need to know).

Great conversations, great connections, and a room full of people doing meaningful work. The energy was real.

Big shoutout to the Realtors Association of Westmoreland, Indiana, and Mon Valley for supporting such a strong event, and to Brian Lawrence—your energy is contagious and it’s exciting to see the momentum happening in Westmoreland County.

Also, always better when you’ve got a great colleague by your side! (Picture proof with our swag bags - even if we forgot to document the rest 😂👇)

04/28/2026

We are proud to partner with the Fayette LaunchBox to help our county's start up businesses grow and thrive. Please like and follow their new page to stay up-to-date with this valuable resource.

Welcome to Fayette LaunchBox!
We’re proud to be part of the Invent Penn State LaunchBox and Innovation Network—a no-cost resource space supporting entrepreneurs, small businesses, and big ideas right here in Fayette County.
Through workshops, mentorship, and access to valuable resources, we’re here to help you start, grow, and scale your business—no matter where you are in your journey.
We’re also proud to partner with Fay-Penn Economic Development Council and stay connected with the Fayette Chamber of Commerce to strengthen and support our local business community.
Follow along for upcoming events, resources, and opportunities. We’re excited to grow with you!