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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Delaware County’s Ghost Gun Ban Is Official Amid Push Back
Delaware County Council made it official Wednesday when it voted unanimously to ban ghost guns and automatic weapon converters, writes Katie Bernard for The Philadelphia…
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Pennsylvania Has Become a Warehouse and Logistics Powerhouse – But There Are Some Downsides
Due to an e-commerce boom, Pennsylvania has become a warehouse and logistics powerhouse, but some local communities are rising against the trend, writes for the…
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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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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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Langhorne Shop Known for Best Cheesesteaks Outside Philadelphia
Philadelphia may be known for its cheesesteaks, but you don’t have to leave Bucks County to try some of the best in Pennsylvania, writes Graham…
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Three Philadelphia Chefs, One Bar Receive 2025 James Beard Awards Nominations
Philadelphia’s thriving dining and drinking scene has earned four James Beard Awards nominations for 2025, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Three local chefs…
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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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Could Schuylkill Expressway Tolling Be Solution Toward Funding SEPTA, Easing Congestion?
Following New York City’s successful congestion pricing model, tolls on the Schuylkill Expressway could help fund SEPTA and reduce congestion here, writes Sandy Smith for…
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Philadelphia 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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Penn Community Bank Begins Renovation of Quakertown Financial Center
Penn Community Bank is renovating its Quakertown Financial Center (1051 S. West End Blvd., Quakertown). The project, set to be completed in approximately two months,…
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Restrictive Immigration Policies Threaten Chester County Mushroom Industry
Restrictive immigration policies are causing problems for Chester County’s mushroom industry, which is struggling with a major labor shortage, write Hazel Velasco Palacios and Kathleen…
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Why New York Professionals Consider Retiring in Pennsylvania
For those who want to stay in the northeast U.S., retiring in Pennsylvania is looking more and more attractive. Pennsylvania can offer lower costs and…
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This South Philly Diner is Arguably Philadelphia’s Best
Pennsylvania has quite a few diners that are top-tier, upper echelon eateries and at least one of them is located right in Philadelphia, writes Marlon…
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2025 Recreation Trends: Design, Sustainability, Inclusivity, Innovation
2025 is the year when recreation trends evolve to meet the needs of a more eco-conscious, inclusive, and tech-savvy world. General Recreation Inc. in Newtown…
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Crozer Health Gets Second Lifeline as Long-Term Negotiations Continue
An anticipated shut down of two Crozer Health hospitals next week has been delayed again after a last-minute deal was brokered Friday between The Foundation…
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General Recreation Introduces Poligon, a Shelter for Public Spaces
Now you can be comfortable, play safer and stay longer at community events, from public concerts and farmers markets to sporting events and park activities,…
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Paradise Station: A Timeless Escape Where 55 Years of History and Hospitality Meet
You’re looking for the ultimate experience: Maybe you want to escape the hustle and bustle of the real world, maybe you want to release your…
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Pennsylvania License Plates Getting New Design This Spring
For the first time in over 25 years, Pennsylvania license plates are getting a major overhaul, marking a new chapter in the state’s rich design…
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