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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Millersville University Highlights Accomplishments of Senior Student from Bucks County
A university student from Bucks County was recently acknowledged by her school for her academic and extracurricular activities. As a part of their student highlights…
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Retired Navy Rear Admiral Honored at Freedom Village for Service in Vietnam War
Navy Rear Admiral Larry Chambers, who served during the Vietnam War, was honored recently at Freedom Village at Brandywine, reports ChesCo. Retired Navy Rear Admiral…
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Bucks County Freemasons Continue Memorial Day Tradition with Upcoming Food Service
A Masonic hall in Bucks County will be continuing a longstanding annual tradition in order to celebrate Memorial Day in the area. Doylestown Lodge No.…
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Yardley Restaurant Celebrates One Year of Mediterranean Food with Upcoming Birthday Bash
A restaurant in Bucks County is celebrating a year of business in the area with a unique dish being served to all customers this week.…
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Northampton Playground in Bucks County Expands to Include Everyone
It’s been nearly a year since a grand re-opening of a municipal park-inclusive playground in Northampton Township, Bucks County, and community leaders are looking back…
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Weekend Wanderer: Springtime Pests, Part Two
The dead mouse was bad enough. But the critter situation is so much worse than one long-dead mouse in the crawl space. You might remember…
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Pennsylvania Has Ranked in the Lower Half of Recent ‘Best States’ List
Pennsylvania placed in the lower part of the list among the best states in the nation, according to a new ranking recently published by the…
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Pennsylvania Is One of Top States to Be a Lawyer
Pennsylvania is one of the top states in the nation to be a lawyer, according to a new study recently released by the law firm…
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Here’s How Pennsylvania Can Unlock Its Potential to Become a True Economic Leader
Pennsylvania companies are changing the world. It’s on us to support them and their workers and create opportunities for more to thrive. Spark Therapeutics in…
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Another Bucks County Town Has Been Named One of the Most Charming in Pennsylvania
Another popular town in Bucks County has been ranked one of the best in the entire state, with other local areas making the list as well. Emily…
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Rain, Rain, Go Away: See Where Bucks County Ranks in Precipitation Rates
When it comes to rain, several areas in Pennsylvania are known for staying damp, and Bucks County ranks fairly high on the list. Staff writers…
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Bucks County Power Plant Listed Among Pennsylvania’s ‘Dirty Dozen’ Polluters
According to PennEnvironment, an environmental advocacy group, Fairless Energy in Fairless Hills is one of the “dirty dozen” greenhouse gas-emitting polluters in Pennsylvania, writes Frank…
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Wawa Hosting Back-to-Back Grand Openings for Two New Locations in Bucks County
In an area replete with Wawa locations, Bucks County will be welcoming two new spots in very busy areas this week. Michelle Haddon wrote about…
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Nonprofit Organizes Planting of 145 Trees at Core Creek Park. Read to Learn Why
An environmental organization in Bucks County recently oversaw an important addition made to one of the area’s beloved outdoor areas. The Bucks County Conservation District…
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Watching Playgrounds Evolve at Montessori Academy of Lancaster
Montessori Academy of Lancaster is a unique school nestled in the beautiful Pennsylvania countryside of Manheim Township. The school takes a holistic approach to student…
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Bracken Cavaliers of Bristol Set to March Again on Historic Bristol Day
The Bracken Cavaliers of Bristol were one of the best drum and bugle corps in Pennsylvania from 1924 to 1974, writes JD Mullane for Philly…

























