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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Bucks County Community College Student Journalists Make Headlines with Armful of Accolades
Bucks County Community College’s student newspaper, The Centurion, which has been launching journalism careers for more than 60 years, has won 16 awards in the 2025…
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What Is a Portfolio Career and How Do You Present It on LinkedIn?
A portfolio career is a perfect fit if you are multi-passionate, curious about many things, and are a lifelong learner. You do you to be…
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Sheetz Goes on Offensive with Plan to Open Store Across from Wawa in Chester County
Sheetz is making a bold move in its rivalry with Wawa, pushing into its opponent’s territory with plans to open one of its first Greater…
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Famous River Hot Dog Man Serves Hot Dogs and More to Delaware River Adventurers
Located on the Delaware River between New Jersey and Pennsylvania, the Famous River Hot Dog Man serves delicious eats to hungry kayakers and tubers, writes…
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Four Pennsylvania Breweries Rank Among 50 Largest Craft Brewing Companies in 2024
Four Pennsylvania breweries are on the Brewers Association’s list of the largest craft brewing companies for 2024, writes Don Tse for Forbes. The Brewers Association…
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Penn Community Bank and Metro Esports Launch First-of-Its-Kind Partnership to Gamify Financial Literacy
Penn Community Bank has partnered with Bucks County-based Metro Esports and its charitable arm Digital Bridge Builders in a groundbreaking initiative to transform financial education. Marking the first-ever…
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Eleven Dams Removed in Delaware River Basin to Boost Wildlife Habitat
Eleven dams were removed from the Delaware River last year, a move expected to improve conditions for local wildlife and reduce hazards for nearby communities,…
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Harcum College Names Jordan A. Harris as Commencement Speaker and Honorary Degree Recipient
Pennsylvania House Majority Appropriations Chairman Jordan A. Harris is confirmed as speaker and will also receive an honorary doctorate in Political Science at Harcum College’s…
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Pennsylvania Is One of Best States to Work Remotely
Although the number of remote workers has declined locally and nationwide, opportunities for telework remain, and Pennsylvania ranks among the top states with favorable conditions…
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Aqua Pennsylvania’s New High-Tech Robot Helping to Protect Drinking Water from PFAS Contamination
Aqua Pennsylvania continues to lead the way in protecting public water systems through advanced testing of drinking water for polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly known as…
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Wawa Wins Battle to Sell Alcohol in Hatboro
After an uphill battle, Hatboro’s Wawa now serves alcohol, reports Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Last year, the convenience store proposed plans to bring a…
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New LED Lights on New Hope-Lambertville Bridge Debut
Earlier this week, the New Hope-Lambertville Bridge debuted its newly installed LED architectural lights, transforming the structure into a vibrant spectacle on the Delaware River,…
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Here Are Some Top Spots to Visit Next Time You’re in New Hope
Though small in size, New Hope offers a vibrant arts and culture scene with something for everyone, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. Recently named…
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Penn Community Bank Expands Financial Education Initiatives During Financial Literacy Month
Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, is taking action to address the critical need for modern financial education by hosting…
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Gather Place Museum Launches Inaugural America 250th Community Engagement Kickoff
Gather Place Museum in conjunction with Experience Yardley, is happy to host its inaugural America 250th Community Engagement Kickoff Event—the first-ever held in Bucks county…
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With Deadline Approaching, Only Quarter of Pennsylvanians Have Obtained REAL ID Cards
With the May 7 deadline fast approaching, only a quarter of Pennsylvanians have their REAL ID so far, writes Nate File for The Philadelphia Inquirer.…
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Bucks County Leadership: Joe Howard, Vice President for Enrollment, Widener University
Joe Howard, Vice President for Enrollment at Widener University, grew up in the small town of Warren, Pa. He was a precocious and motivated kid…
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West Chester’s FarmerJawn Receives Cease-and-Desist for Failing to Register as Nonprofit
Christa Barfield, the owner of James Beard Award-winning FarmerJawn, who runs a 123-acre organic farm in West Chester, has been hit with a cease-and-desist for…
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