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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Coatesville Billionaire Mary Alice Dorrance Malone, Campbell Soup Heiress, Dies at 75
Mary Alice Dorrance Malone, a Coatesville resident and the billionaire lead shareholder of Campbell Soup, died on June 16 at the age of 75, writes…
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New Philadelphia Housing Bills Would Bring Security Deposit Changes for Renters, Landlords
Philadelphia City Council recently passed new housing bills that would mean potential changes for local renters and landlords, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY. As stated…
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Brandywine Polo Club Organizes Pennsylvania’s First Ever Yearling Horse Show
A Toughkenamon polo club will host Pennsylvania’s first ever yearling horse show, writes Linda Stein for Delaware Valley Journal. The Pennsylvania Horse Breeders Association (PHBA),…
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Haverford High Runner Oliva Cieslak Keeps Moving on, and Up
Olivia Cieslak is moving on from her Haverford High School graduation as Pennsylvania’s top middle-distance runner. This weekend, she’s competing in her final New Balance…
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Closing of Local Landfill to Cause Falls Township to Face Budget Gap of $22 Million
Falls Township will need to make significant changes in the coming years to fix its finances as the local landfill, its largest revenue stream, closes,…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Employees Receive Scholarships
Continuing a long-standing tradition of community support and employee recognition, Freedom Village at Brandywine has awarded scholarships to 24 team members through its resident-led Scholarship…
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WCU Receives Largest Donation to Date of $4.7 Million Through Unique Land Donation Partnership with East Whiteland Township
West Chester University (WCU) has received the largest single gift in its history through an innovative partnership that transforms a generous land gift into both…
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Philadelphia Ranks Among the Toughest Commutes in the U.S., Find Out Why
Commuting throughout various cities throughout the United States can be quite tough, particularly in some regions compared to some others, writes Shallom Joe for Daily…
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JAG Physical Therapy Moves into Havertown in Expansion Plan
JAG Physical Therapy continues to move into the Philadelphia market with the recent purchase of Penn Therapy Associates in Havertown, writes John George for Philadelphia…
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Hidden in the Walls: Uncovering Forgotten Home Features
Houses have always reflected the technology, lifestyles, and culture of their times. Across the decades, American homeowners tailored their homes to fit their visual preferences…
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Chester County Home to Two of Pennsylvania’s Highest-Scoring School Districts
Two Chester County school districts rank among the best in the state according to standardized test scores, writes Ethan Lott for Philadelphia Business Journal. Unionville-Chadds…
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Call Her Daddy’ Host Alex Cooper’s Childhood Home in Newtown Sold
Alex Cooper’s childhood home in Newtown was sold in May, just five months after the media mogul bought her parents a house in Los Angeles,…
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Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Hosts June Events
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is hosting a free Volunteer Fair on Tuesday, June 24, from 8:30 to 10:30 AM, at the Delaware County…
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Eastern University Ranks Among Fastest Alternative Teacher Certification Programs in Pennsylvania
Eastern University ranks eighth out of 25 schools listed on TeachingCertificationDegrees.com’s list of the Fastest Alternative Teaching Certification Programs in Pennsylvania for 2025. With a 12-month completion…
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Bucks County Among List of Pennsylvania Counties Facing a Teacher Shortage
Bucks County is among many other Pennsylvania counties facing a teacher shortage. Officials are calling the shortage “moderate,” writes Chris Ullery in the Bucks County…
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These 2 Delaware County Firms Make ‘Best to Work for’ List
Two top Delaware County employers not only made Fortune’s 2024 list of the top 100 Best Companies to Work for in the US, they also…
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Delaware County Health Department Workers Ask for a Union
Delaware County Health Department workers informed Delaware County Council members June 14 they were forming a union and asked for their support, writes Billy Kauffman…
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See How Delaware County Ranks for Resident Life Expectancy
Delaware County is among the top 25 Pennsylvania counties with the longest life expectancy, but it ranked toward the higher end of the list, according…
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