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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Red-Light Cameras Coming to Lower Merion’s Busiest Intersections
Last week, Lower Merion’s Board of Commissioners advanced an ordinance moving the township closer to installing red-light cameras at several busy intersections, writes Denali Sagner…
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Shakespeare Enters the Skill Games Debate
“The lady doth protest too much” is a famous line from Shakespeare’s play Hamlet. The expression is used in everyday speech to indicate doubt of…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Celebrates Project Milestone at Crum Creek Water Treatment Plant
Aqua Pennsylvania reached a milestone in the $14.3 million construction project at its Crum Creek Water Treatment Plant in Springfield. With a turn of a…
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Freedom Village Happiness Program Transforms Resident Engagement
Freedom Village at Brandywine, a Life Care Services community, has introduced a powerful new tool that’s reshaping engagement for residents in skilled nursing and memory…
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Historic Preservation Grants Target Pennsylvania Locations Including 1 in Delaware County
The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission is awarding just over $2 million in Keystone Historic Preservation grants, including $100,000 to the Rose Valley Centennial Foundation…
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Widener University 2025 Alumni Awards Honor 5 Individuals
The biennial 2025 Alumni Awards at Widener University are a celebration of the outstanding impact and achievements of graduates, as well as current students, faculty,…
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Pennsylvania Holding $135M in Unclaimed Property for Bucks County Residents
The Pennsylvania Treasury holds over $135 million in unclaimed property belonging to Bucks County residents, ready to be claimed by the rightful owners, writes Chris…
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Child Care Costs Continue Rising Across Pennsylvania and United States
The cost of child care nationwide continues to climb, with prices climbing by 29 percent between 2020 and 2024, a rate that outpaces overall inflation,…
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Wayne Estate Where President Kennedy Spoke on Market for $5M
President John F. Kennedy gave a campaign speech in 1960 from the balcony of a Wayne home now on the market for $5 million, writes…
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Lansdowne Kicks Off Pride Month with Parade, Flag Raising
A parade celebrating love and belonging saw dozens marching through Lansdowne Saturday at the borough’s annual Pride Parade, writes Beccah Hendrickson for 6abc. Lansdowne’s pride…
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West Chester’s Wonder Food Hall Features Fifteen Restaurants All in One Place
West Chester’s newly opened Wonder offers residents meals from over fifteen restaurants all in one place, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. The…
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William Penn School District Cuts Continue; State Actions Requested
William Penn School District is implementing a 5.9 percent property tax increase and is cutting positions to cope with a budget crisis, writes Kenny Cooper…
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We Know the Name But What Does Wawa Actually Mean?
Those of us who grew up in Delaware County certainly know about our Wawas, a local landscape fixture. We’re so familiar with Wawas that we…
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Widener Celebrates Two Employees with Esteemed Distinguished Service Award
Each year, Widener University in Chester recognizes two longstanding employees for their hard work and commitment to the university with the William David Eckard Jr.…
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Missing Park Ranger Alec Campbelll Found Dead at Tyler State Park
Alec Campbell, a 38-year-old Pennsylvania park ranger who disappeared while kayaking in the Neshaminy Creek at Tyler State Park has been found dead, writes Abigail…
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ChristianaCare Wins Bid for 5 Former Crozer Health Locations
The Delaware healthcare nonprofit ChristianaCare announced Wednesday that it was the successful bidder in a highly competitive auction for five former Crozer Health outpatient service…
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2 Delaware County Walmart Stores Receiving Major Upgrades
Two Walmart stores in Delaware County are slated to get modern makeovers, part of a group of 26 Walmarts receiving the upgrades in Pennsylvania, reports…
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Meridian Bank Named a 2025 Top Workplace by ‘The Philadelphia Inquirer’
Meridian Bank has been named a Top Workplace in the Delaware Valley by The Philadelphia Inquirer in its May 18 edition. Ranked fourth among companies…
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