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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When Lightning Strikes: Haverford Systems Helps Abington Presbyterian Church Weather the Storm
A lightning bolt can change things fast. Ask the folks at Abington Presbyterian Church, which has one of the tallest buildings in Abington. A lightning…
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Whitemarsh Township Train Derailment Highlights Need for Improved Rail Safety
The derailment of a CSX train on Norfolk Southern tracks in Whitemarsh Township, Pennsylvania, last week is another lesson on the importance of rail safety,…
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Meridian Bank Recognized by American Banker as One of Top-Performing Banks
Meridian Bank has been recognized by American Banker as one of the top-performing mid-size banks with assets between $2 billion and $10 billion in 2022. …
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Bucks County Board of Assessment Appeals Due Next Week. Here’s What to Know
An agency in Bucks County is allowing residents to fill out an application for an important service before the week is over. The Bucks County…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Celebrates 25th ‘Silver’ Anniversary
Freedom Village at Brandywine, an Active Adult (55+) community, recently marked a significant milestone as it celebrated its 25-year silver anniversary with a grand masquerade-themed…
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Weekend Wanderer: Indiana Jones, by Way of Maryland
What do the new Indiana Jones movie, my spiraling refrigerator, and Indy’s Maryland property have in common? The answer is a story and then some. …
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Leslie Richards’ Revolutionary Vision for SEPTA Aims to Modernize the System To Make It Appealing to More People
SEPTA general manager Leslie Richards, who took over the job in early 2020, shortly before the pandemic hit, and her team have rolled out an…
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Bucks County Brewery’s Latest Beer is ‘Bringing the Heat’ This Summer
A popular brewery in Bucks County has release another beer for the summer, continuing a long line of new brews this year. Warwick Farm Brewing,…
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Pennsylvania American Water Announces $1 Million Plymouth Township System Upgrade
Pennsylvania American Water has begun construction to replace a third of a mile of water main in Plymouth Township, Montgomery County, to improve reliability for customers,…
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Bucks County Drivers Beware: Fourth of July Holiday Traffic Crackdown Begins on Saturday
The Pennsylvania State Police Troop M – Bethlehem – will start enforcing the Fourth of July holiday weekend crackdown on traffic on Saturday, writes Dino…
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Winning Powerball Ticket Worth $250,000 Sold at Shop in Fairless Hills
A winning Powerball ticket was sold at a venue in Bucks County, leaving one lucky winner with a large sum of money to collect. Damon…
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Bucks County Leadership: Justin Brame, Senior Manager of Operations, Pennsylvania American Water
Justin Brame, senior manager of operations for Pennsylvania American Water, recalled the difficulties of growing up poor, including living in a camper and doing odd…
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Gwynedd Mercy University Named Pennsylvania Hunger-Free Campus
Gwynedd Mercy University received the Pennsylvania Hunger-Free Campus designation from the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Gwynedd Mercy’s designation will remain in effect for two years.…
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Wall Street Journal: Interstate 95 in Philadelphia Reopened Friday Less Than Two Weeks After Stretch Collapsed
A stretch of Interstate 95 in Philadelphia reopened on Friday less than two weeks after its collapse, writes Joseph De Avila for The Wall Street…
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Bucks County Treasurer’s Office Offering Hunting Licenses. Learn How to Get Yours Today
A government organization in Bucks County is offering hunters the chance to purchase the required license they need to engage in their sport. The Bucks…
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Pennsylvania American Water to Begin $1 Million Norristown System Upgrade
Pennsylvania American Water has begun construction to replace a third of a mile of water main in Norristown, Montgomery County, to improve reliability for customers, reduce…
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Forman Mills Purchased After Warning of Store Closures in Pennsylvania, Including Wyncote
Shoppers World, a discount retailer in New York, has purchased Forman Mills and plans to keep all 43 of the chain’s locations open, including the…
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Here Are Some of the Top Places to Tee Off in Montgomery County
It’s summertime and that means planning some fun trips, right? If you love to play golf, one of these Montgomery County golf itineraries might be…
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