Most of Rafael and Maribel Torres’ vision to invest in people by offering workforce educational opportunities in Lebanon County is in a holding pattern. A state budget impasse last year that remained unsettled until mid-December prevented his organization from...

As WEPA opens the doors of its 9th St. workforce empowerment center, organizers say it is only the first phase to provide employment services for residents. The Working to Empower People for Advancement, or WEPA, members had a soft opening at the former Elks...