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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Washington Post: Rural Pennsylvania Facing Population Loss
The sharp decline in rural population has put Pennsylvania at the forefront of a national discourse on the viability of America’s small towns that have…
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Greenwood Racing Acquires Inn at Fox Chase, Halts Parx Casino Hotel Plans
Parx Casino owner Greenwood Racing Inc. is putting its plans to construct a 13-story hotel on hold, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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Former Governor: The Legislature Should Reject Any Attempt to Create a Different Tax Rate for So-Called ‘Skill Game’ Devices
Twenty years ago this week, I was in my second year as Governor. My team and I were in the midst of negotiating the State…
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Two Bucks County Towns Named Among Most Walkable in Pennsylvania
The World Atlas has named two Bucks County towns the most walkable in Pennsylvania, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Doylestown, ranking second on…
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Operation Rebrand on LinkedIn
Sometimes, it’s the foreplay and the teasers that make things fun, especially when change is about to happen. Operation Rebrand is about to happen. The…
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Newtown to Open Indoor Pickleball Facility at Vacant Bed Bath & Beyond
Newtown Township is set to become a new hub for pickleball enthusiasts. The Planning Commission has endorsed plans to convert the vacant Bed Bath &…
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Bensalem Township Consolidates Six Volunteer Fire Companies into One Unified Department
After two years of planning, Bensalem Township has consolidated six independent volunteer fire companies into a single entity: the Bensalem Volunteer Fire Department (BVFD), writes…
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Community Support Could Secure $200 Million for Trail Development in Greater Philadelphia
More trails to walk, run, ride, and enjoy could be coming to the Greater Philadelphia region soon, thanks to potential landmark funding from the Delaware…
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Wawa Begins in the Midwest With It Largest Expansion Ever
Wawa’s largest expansion has begun. The Delaware County convenience store chain broke ground for its first stores in Kentucky, Ohio and Indiana this month and…
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Pennridge High School’s Ryder Olson Continues Family’s Pitching Legacy
Pitching is a family affair for the Olsons. Dan Olson, 71, began the tradition with a career that led him to Southern Cal and the…
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Nearly 1,500 WSFS Associates Volunteer Across the Region for ‘We Stand for Service Day’
Nearly 1,500 WSFS Bank associates volunteered at more than 130 community organizations across the region on June 12 as part of the bank’s second annual…
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Kirkland Farm Plays a Role in Pennsylvania’s Farmland Preservation Efforts
Robin A. Staff’s historic Kirkland Farm, a 120-acre horse farm in Springfield Township, is a playing a role in Pennsylvania’s latest farmland preservation initiative. The…
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Pennsylvania Turnpike to Replace All Toll Booths with Overhead Readers
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is planning to replace all toll booths along the turnpike with gantries, overhead structures with sensors that charge tolls to vehicles…
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General Recreation Designs All-Inclusive Playground in Lower Paxton Township
The latest improvements to the 41-acre Brightbill Park in Lower Paxton Township includes a new inclusive, multi-part playground designed by General Recreation Inc. of Newtown…
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Elizabeth Billies Honored as One of Pennsylvania’s Top Family Law Attorneys
Elizabeth Billies, a distinguished family law attorney and certified mediator, has been nominated as one of the “10 Best Family Law Attorneys for Pennsylvania” by…
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Pennsylvania American Water Commemorates Two Years of York Wastewater System Ownership
On Jun. 5, Pennsylvania American Water welcomed a group of local stakeholders to visit its York Wastewater Treatment Plant for an event commemorating two years of the…
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IBX’s Friendly Farm Stands Help Seniors Make Healthy Food Choices, Build Strong Connections with Neighbors
Independence Blue Cross has been helping seniors in the Philadelphia region make healthy food choices and connect with their neighbors through Friendly Farm Stands. These…
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Perkasie Phillies Fan Honors Late Mother with Fundraising Effort for Animal Rescue
Beth Overmier of Perkasie, alongside the Phandemic Krew, is close to reaching a fundraising goal in honor of her late mother, Bette, writes Dave Uram…
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