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:
-
Manor College, Reading Area Community College Sign Dual Enrollment Agreement
Manor College and Reading Area Community College have revealed a Dual Admission Agreement that allows students graduating from Reading to be guaranteed admission to bachelor’s…
-
Philadelphia Red Cross Workers Head to Los Angeles to Assist Those Affected By Wildfires
Disaster relief workers from the Red Cross in New Jersey and Pennsylvania have been deployed to assist the population that has been affected by the…
-
Pair of Friends Run Food Donation Nonprofit for West Chester, Philadelphia Centers
Nonprofit organization Fiorenza’s Food 4 Friends is continuing food distribution efforts across the Philadelphia region, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. Fiorenza’s Food 4 Friends is…
-
Pennsylvania Making Historic Investments to Spur Economic Growth, Create Jobs
In a newly released video, Gov. Josh Shapiro details how his administration has worked to make Pennsylvania more economically competitive by attracting more businesses and…
-
Paris Baguette, Popular Bakery Cafe Concept, Coming to Dresher
Paris Baguette, the popular bakery café with over 4,000 locations worldwide, is opening in Dresher on Jan. 18, writes Marilyn Johnson for Philly Grub. Franchisees…
-
Celebrating JetBlue Scholars in Florida
Peirce College recently participated in JetBlue’s annual graduation ceremony in Florida to honor JetBlue Scholars who completed their bachelor’s degrees at Peirce. Dr. Mary Ellen…
-
Volunteer or Participate in MLK Day Events
The 30th Annual Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service, the nation’s first and largest King Day of Service, happens on January 20th. Girard…
-
Harcum College Partners for Registered Behavioral Technician Certificate at No Cost
Harcum College is partnering with Chester County Economic Development Council for the Good Jobs Challenge, a federally funded workforce training program designed to train residents in…
-
Three Philadelphia Museums Named Among Pennsylvania’s Quirkiest
Pennsylvania has no shortage of strange and fun museums, and there are three in Philadelphia that qualify as among the state’s quirkiest, writes Kalena Thomhave…
-
St. Luke’s University Health Network to Expand Presence in Philadelphia Suburbs with Grand View Health Acquisition
St. Luke’s University Health Network is planning on expanding its presence in the Philadelphia Suburbs with the acquisition of Grand View Health in Sellersville, writes…
-
Philadelphia Leadership: Jeffrey Steigerwalt, Regional President, Mid Penn Bank
Jeffrey Steigerwalt, Regional President at Mid Penn Bank, spoke with VISTA Today about growing up in Havertown, where the Catholic community shaped his life, including…
-
Battery Manufacturer With Folcroft Ties Owes Workers $22M for Showers
An appeals court has ruled that East Penn Manufacturing in Berks County, with listed facilities in Folcroft, owes $22 million in overtime back wages for…
-
The Athletic: Vic Fangio’s Arrival to Hometown Team Has the Eagles As Elite Defensive Team
In January, the Philadelphia Eagles hired Vic Fangio as the team’s new defensive coordinator. His arrival marks a homecoming for Fangio, a native of Dunmore,…
-
Bucks County Among Best Places to Retire in Pennsylvania
Bucks County is among Pennsylvania’s top 25 counties for seniors to settle down and embrace a peaceful, fulfilling retirement, according to a recently released ranking…
-
General Recreation: John B. Kelly School Hosts Tour of New School Yard
General Recreation Inc. in Newtown Square helped make improvements to the school yard at the John B Kelly School in Germantown possible. A ribbon cutting…
-
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant to Open New Location on Temple University Campus
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant is planning to open its newest Philadelphia location on Temple University’s campus, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The…
-
7 Top Pennsylvania Resorts for a Magical Christmas and New Year’s Getaway
The holiday season is here, and there’s no better way to enjoy its magic than visiting one of Pennsylvania’s exquisite resorts. Imagine yourself surrounded by…
-
Grants Help Boost Livability, Expand Housing Options
Because of her knee problems, it’s getting harder for Carol Hoderny, 75, to manage the steps in the historic Erie home where she’s lived with…
Founding Partners
Advertisement
Affiliate Partners
