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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General Recreation Helps Bring Wissahickon Park Back to Life in West Ambler with Inclusive Playground
A park in West Ambler that had been closed for 40 years has come back to life with a new playground from General Recreation Inc.…
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Five Manor College Baseball Players Earn USCAA All-Academic Honors
Five Manor College baseball players have been named to the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) Baseball National All-Academic Team, the organization announced. Eric Engesser,…
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The Michener Art Museum Was Once a Jail. A New Exhibit Brings That History to Life.
Thousands of visitors have walked through the Michener Art Museum over the years without realizing they were standing on the grounds of the former Bucks…
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Pennsylvania Is Open for AI Business. Shapiro’s New Rules Decide Who Gets In
Josh Shapiro is betting big on artificial intelligence. The question is whether Pennsylvania residents will end up footing the bill, writes Zoë Read for WHYY.…
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From Foster Care to First-Gen Graduate: How Manor College Helped Jacob Torres Turn Hardship Into a Life of Service
As the cold, off-the-ocean air swept through the outlet stores in Atlantic City, Jacob Torres’ thoughts drifted toward the unhoused people he saw along his…
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D.R. Horton Eyes 130-Acre Honey Brook Site, Local Speedway for New 170-Home Community
One of the nation’s largest homebuilders has its sights set on rural Chester County, and its plans include saving a local speedway in the process, writes Ryan Mulligan for…
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How Philadelphia Invented Modern America — and Why It Still Matters
While most American cities have a history, Philadelphia has a blueprint. Much of the concepts that are common in American society — from public libraries…
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How One Philadelphia Entrepreneur Is Fixing the Local Food Supply Chain
Philadelphia entrepreneur Matt Kirchner noticed something striking as he got to know farmers across Pennsylvania and South Jersey. Many of them were exceptional growers who…
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Montgomery County Is America’s Next Great Tourism Destination — And the 250th Is Just the Beginning
Montgomery County has long been one of the Mid-Atlantic’s best-kept secrets. But as the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, the region is stepping…
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Penn Community Bank CEO Jeane Vidoni Wins State Banking Advocacy Award
For Jeane Vidoni, banking has never just been about balance sheets. The Penn Community Bank CEO was recently honored with the 2026 William S. Latoff…
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Ridley Creek State Park: The Ultimate Guide to a Summer Day Trip in Delaware County
Summer in Delaware County doesn’t always require a long drive or an expensive getaway. Sometimes the perfect escape is hiding in plain sight, just off a suburban road…
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South Philadelphia’s Stadium District Is Getting a $30 Million Traffic Overhaul — Here’s What to Expect
South Philadelphia’s Stadium District has earned its reputation twice over: as one of the nation’s great sports destinations, and as one of its most reliable…
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BusinessPA’s Aaron Pitts Brings Jobs, Investment, and a New Economic Strategy to Pennsylvania
As one of Pennsylvania’s foremost economic strategists, Aaron Pitts has spent the past year quietly dismantling the state’s longstanding business obstacles—and the results are hard…
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She Couldn’t Get Answers About a Nearby Data Center Proposal. So She Built a Map.
Emilia Doda wasn’t trying to become a watchdog. She was just looking for answers. When a data center was proposed across the street from her…
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Michelle Henderson Had Every Reason to Quit. She Chose Her Sister’s Example Instead.
Michelle Henderson sat on the phone in silence. Her younger sister was telling her that someone had died, and all Henderson could manage was: “You’re…
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These Philadelphia Breweries are Among the Best in Pennsylvania
Several Philadelphia breweries are among the thirty best craft breweries to visit in Pennsylvania, according to Food & Wine. Crime + Punishment Brewery is set…
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Daniella Duran Always Had Something to Say. Manor College Helped Her Say It.
Growing up, Daniella Duran asked herself one question more than any other: “What’s wrong with being quiet?” Duran is autistic, and throughout high school, other…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Residents Raise $115,000 in Funds to Advance Employee Education, Careers
Demonstrating the generosity and community spirit that define life at Freedom Village at Brandywine, residents there raised $115,000 to put toward scholarships for 27 employees…
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