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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Wawa/Sheetz Are Fairly Evenly Matched in Battle for Business
A perceived Wawa-Sheetz rivalry has been a focus for decades in Pennsylvania as both companies work to dominate the Keystone State, writes Ryan Deto for…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Makes Generous Donation to Beaver Falls Fire Department, Library
Aqua Pennsylvania recently revelaed its donation of a combined $1.25 million to the Beaver Falls Fire Department and the Carnegie Free Library of Beaver Falls.…
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Two Equine Farms in Chester County Permanently Preserved from Development
The Shapiro Administration recently invested more than $5.7 million to purchase development rights for 2,079 acres on 24 farms in 14 counties, including Chester County. The joint…
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LionCage Pitch Competition Offers Entrepreneurs Exposure, Chance for Cash Winnings
Invent Penn State LaunchBoxes at Brandywine and Great Valley and the Ideas x Innovation Network (i2n) are partnering to deliver the 2025 LionCage Pitch Competition on…
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Want to Be in Pennsylvania’s 1%? Here’s the Income You’ll Need
To rank in the top one percent of earners in Pennsylvania, residents need an income of $605,333, which is the 24th highest total in the…
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Immaculata University Presents Fall Theater Production ‘Curtains!’ — Nov. 14-16
The annual fall production of the Immaculata University Cue & Curtain Theatre group is Curtains! a play by Craig Sodaro. Performances start on Friday, Nov.…
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Granite Run Promenade in Media Active with Health Centers, Food Hall
New luxury apartments being built at the Promenade at Granite Run in Media will also have two health centers opening in the next few months…
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Ride the Cyclone Musical Gets Delco Debut at Barnstormers
Barnstormers Theater director Andrew John Mitchell thinks a lot of folks in Delaware County are going to like the theater’s upcoming production of Ride the…
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Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania Honors Service and History with Trains & Troops Weekend and 1940s Swing Dance
The Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania will once again celebrate American history, service, and song during its 25th annual Trains & Troops weekend, set for Saturday,…
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Plan for Major Data Center at Former Pennhurst Site Faces Resident Opposition
A plan to redevelop the former Pennhurst State School and Hospital site in East Vincent Township into a large-scale data center is meeting resistance from…
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Mayor Cherelle Parker Signs Sweeping Amendment to Philadelphia’s ‘Ban the Box’ Law
Earlier this month, Mayor Cherelle Parker has signed a major amendment to Philadelphia Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards, also known as the “ban the box”…
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The Immaculata Symphony Presents Annual Fall Concert
On Saturday, Nov. 8, the Immaculata Symphony will perform its fall concert, “Transformations,” beginning at 7:00 PM in Immaculata’s Alumnae Hall. The Immaculata Symphony is…
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Yeadon Public Works Department Auctioning Off a 1993 Ambulance
A Yeadon ambulance is being auctioned off as a possible tailgate vehicle to raise money for the borough community. The Yeadon Borough Public Works Department…
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Immaculata University Hosts Undergraduate Open House Oct. 18
Immaculata University will hold an open house on its campus in Malvern on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM. This event is for high…
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State Parks Across Pennsylvania Adding Glamping Options, Including in Chester County
With glamping rapidly gaining popularity, state parks across Pennsylvania are introducing the option of going glamping, including in Chester County, writes Damon C. Williams for…
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Delaware County Leadership: Jeff Bierlein, Director of Commercial Real Estate Banking, S&T Bank
Jeff Bierlein, Director of Commercial Real Estate Banking at S&T Bank, spoke with DELCO Today about growing up in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Sports were the focus…
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DCCC Student Chosen to Serve on PA State Board of Higher Education
Christa Heyward, Ph.D., a student at Delaware County Community College (DCCC), has been selected to be one of just two college student representatives to serve…
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West Chester University a Trusted Resource for Budding Engineers in FIRST LEGO League Competition
West Chester University (WCU) has opened its doors, and its Museum of Anthropology and Archaeology, to a wave of middle school students this fall as…
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