Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania, officially the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, is a state rich in history and diversity, located in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States.
As the fifth-most populous state, Pennsylvania boasts a population of over 13 million people.
Pennsylvania’s economy has evolved from its historical roots in manufacturing to include a diverse range of industries today.
The State is also known for its cultural contributions, including being home to the first library, hospital, and medical school in the United States.
Explore our archive of nearly 1,000 stories about Pennsylvania below:
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Check Out the List of the Top 10 Wealthiest Towns in Bucks County
One Bucks County town is among the top ten wealthiest in Pennsylvania, where over half of the households make more than $200,000 annually, writes Chris…
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Get the Best Sandwiches in the State at This Special Doylestown Market
When customers walk into Altomonte’s Italian Market in Doylestown, they step into an authentic, mouth-watering Italian experience, writes Claire Allard for Family Destinations Guide. The…
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Coatesville Billionaire Mary Alice Dorrance Malone, Campbell Soup Heiress, Dies at 75
Mary Alice Dorrance Malone, a Coatesville resident and the billionaire lead shareholder of Campbell Soup, died on June 16 at the age of 75, writes…
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A New Tasty Smoothie Shop is Coming to Richland Marketplace This July
A new Playa Bowls location is coming to Richland Marketplace at 676 N. West End Blvd. this July, writes Ryan Kneller for WFMZ. The new…
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The Oldest Town in Pennsylvania Happens to Be in Delaware County
Pennsylvania, as one of the original 13 colonies where independence was born, has many historic towns that have stood the test of time. But to…
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Brandywine Polo Club Organizes Pennsylvania’s First Ever Yearling Horse Show
A Toughkenamon polo club will host Pennsylvania’s first ever yearling horse show, writes Linda Stein for Delaware Valley Journal. The Pennsylvania Horse Breeders Association (PHBA),…
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Shapiro Administration Working to Protect Bucks County Farms
The Shapiro Administration is investing nearly $10 million to preserve 2,672 acres across 35 farms in 18 counties, including Bucks County, by purchasing their development…
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LBB Specialties Opens State-of-the-Art Distribution Center in Bristol
LBB Specialties, a distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients, opened a new state-of-the-art distribution center in Bristol earlier this year, writes staff at LBB Specialties.…
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Montgomery County Home to One of the State’s 10 Most Historic Abandoned Places
Visiting abandoned places has become a popular activity among tourists across the country. From ghost towns to abandoned historic sites, these places are filled with…
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Closing of Local Landfill to Cause Falls Township to Face Budget Gap of $22 Million
Falls Township will need to make significant changes in the coming years to fix its finances as the local landfill, its largest revenue stream, closes,…
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State Officials Gather at Croydon SEPTA Station to Urge Critical Investment
Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. Austin Davis was among state officials who gathered outside Croydon SEPTA station, urging critical investment in the state’s mass transit system, writes…
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Young Bucks County Artists Raise Support for St. Jude’s, Lyme Disease Awareness
A group of young artists from across Bucks County is raising money for St. Jude Children’s Cancer Research Hospital and Lyme Disease awareness with an…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Employees Receive Scholarships
Continuing a long-standing tradition of community support and employee recognition, Freedom Village at Brandywine has awarded scholarships to 24 team members through its resident-led Scholarship…
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$2.75 Million UV Disinfection Upgrade Underway at Royersford Wastewater Treatment Plant
Pennsylvania American Water has started an ultraviolet (UV) light disinfection system upgrade at its Royersford Wastewater Treatment Plant in Montgomery County. Work on the $2.75 million…
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Investing in Kids, One Meal at a Time: Penn Community Bank Champions Summer Nutrition Effort
Penn Community Bank is proud to sponsor St. Luke’s Summer Meals Program for the seventh consecutive year. Since its inception, the program addresses food insecurity from Allentown…
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Newtown is Encouraging Locals to Grow Native Plants in Their Yards
The Newtown Borough Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) is promoting new conservation efforts by the Homegrown National Park initiative, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The…
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Hidden in the Walls: Uncovering Forgotten Home Features
Houses have always reflected the technology, lifestyles, and culture of their times. Across the decades, American homeowners tailored their homes to fit their visual preferences…
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Insurance Giant to Join Center City Skyline With New 18-Story Philadelphia Headquarters
Chubb, the insurance giant, is set to be the newest member of Philadelphia’s skyline in Center City, writes Ryan Sharrow for the Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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