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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Pennsylvania American Water Recognizes the American Water Charitable Foundation Grantees
The American Water Charitable Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization established by American Water, the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., recently announced 8…
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Bucks County Real Estate on the Rise: Discover the Top Towns with the Fastest-Growing Home Prices
Due to a limited housing supply, property prices are skyrocketing nationwide, including in these Bucks County towns, which have the fastest-growing home prices in Pennsylvania,…
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These Bucks County Towns Have the Most Expensive Homes in The Keystone State
Amid rising mortgage rates nationwide, some Bucks County towns have the most expensive homes in the Keystone State, according to Stacker. The list compiled…
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Pennsylvania Turnpike Tolls Likely to Continue Increasing for 30 Years
Pennsylvania Turnpike rates went up again on Sunday, and this trend is not about to stop anytime soon, writes Jon Delano for CBS News. Pennsylvania…
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Upper Black Eddy-Milford Bridge Nears 90 Years
The Upper Black Eddy-Milford Bridge, which opened to traffic on Saturday, January 13, 1934, is approaching its 90th anniversary, writes Jay Edwards for WRNJ Radio.…
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Actress Sheryl Lee Ralph, Pennsylvania Senator Vincent Hughes Have Been in a Long Distance Marriage for 19 Years
Actress Sheryl Lee Ralph and Senator Vincent Hughes live and work in different parts of the country, but despite it, have managed to maintain a…
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Newtown’s Elen Snyder in the Spotlight for Prestigious 2024 City & State PA Women Awards
Newtown Township Supervisor Elen Snyder is one of the nominees for the prestigious 2024 City & State PA Above & Beyond: Women Awards, writes John…
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As a Result of the American Rescue Plan, Insulin Prices Drops Drastically in Pennsylvania
Due to the American Rescue Plan, the $1.9 trillion economic stimulus bill passed by Congress and signed into law in March of 2021, the nation’s three major insulin makers have…
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Major Developments of New Hope-Lambertville Bridge Rehabilitation Underway
The project to rehabilitate the New Hope-Lambertville Bridge is in motion, as set-up activities began Tuesday, according to the New Hope Free Press. The…
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With Locally Sourced Ingredients and Mini Baked Goods, The Farm Bakery & Events in Quakertown is Considered Pennsylvania’s Top Bakery
The Farm Bakery & Events in Quakertown is considered one of Pennsylvania’s best bakeries, according to The Keystone. This bakery can be found at “The…
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Doylestown Welcomes Unique Art Exhibitions Through Alderfer Auction and Rich Timmons Gallery Partnership
Alderfer Auction is looking to expand its reach in the Doylestown area through a collaboration with Rich Timmons Gallery. The leading auction house in southeastern…
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Bucks County Faces a Unique Population Decline Over the Next 30 Years
Bucks County’s population is projected to shrink over the next 30 years, amid expected growth in other surrounding counties, writes Chris Ullery for the Bucks…
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Bucks County Leadership: Jennifer Carlson, Executive Director, The Colonial Theatre
Jennifer L. Carlson, Executive Director of the Colonial Theatre, grew up in Lancaster County and moved several times as a kid. To make friends, she…
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New Bipartisan Pennsylvania Legislation Clamps Down on Porch Pirating
New legislation passed by Pennsylvania lawmakers aims to crack down on porch pirating or mail theft with increased penalties based on both offenses and the…
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Pennsylvania’s Unemployment Rate Remains at Record-Low for Third Consecutive Month
The unemployment rate in Pennsylvania remained at a record low 3.4 percent for the third consecutive month in November, writes Jonathan D. Salant for The…
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Temple University Ranked Second Best Public College in Pennsylvania
Stacker has reviewed data from Niche to put together a list of the 10 best public colleges in Pennsylvania, and Temple University ranks second in…
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Yardley Home Stars in HGTV’s ‘House Hunters’ in Couple’s Coast-to-Coast Journey
A Yardley home made its television debut in the popular reality series ‘House Hunters‘ on HGTV, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times.…
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Folds of Honor Celebrates the Season of Giving with Heartwarming Scholarships for Two Students
Editor’s Note: This is an updated release to include scholarship recipients. In a moving display of gratitude and remembrance, the Eastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey…
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