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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WilmU One-on-One: Robert Passarelli Talks Art, Gaming and Golf
Before joining Wilmington University (WilmU) in 2014, Robert Passarelli pursued his love of art and golf, training in the Disney Animation pre-apprentice program and becoming a PGA Professional. He earned a BFA in…
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Kutztown University Secures $100K Grant to Expand Special Education Teacher Pipeline in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is taking a focused step to address a persistent education challenge. Kutztown University has received a $100,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education…
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The Public-Private Partnership Required to Remove Forever Chemicals From Your Water
In more than 35 years working in water and wastewater operations, I’ve watched this industry transform in ways I never saw coming — and the…
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Delaware County Leadership: Broc Sandelin, Dean of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Delaware Valley University
Broc Sandelin, Dean of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences at Delaware Valley University, spoke with DELCO Today about small-town life in Lewis, Kan., working on the…
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First Resource Bank Leader Recognized for Community-Focused Leadership
First Resource Bank is celebrating one of its own following recent recognition, highlighting the impact of strong, people-centered leadership in community banking. Jennifer MacMullen, a…
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Long-Contaminated Bishop Tube Site in Frazer Gets $11.5M for Cleanup
The former Bishop Tube Co. site in Frazer, East Whiteland Township, will get $11.5 million for environmental cleanup following a settlement between Pennsylvania and the…
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Harcum College Appoints CJ Scott ‘10 as Men’s Basketball Head Coach
CJ Scott ‘10 has been named the next Head Coach of the Men’s Basketball program. Scott takes over the program following the resignation of John…
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Explore Your Future at DCCC’s Downingtown Center Open House Mar. 26
Looking to earn a degree or train to become certified in a trade or other new occupation? Thinking of gaining new skills to become more…
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Save the Date: Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit Returns May 20, 2026
Community leaders, nonprofit professionals, donors, and philanthropists are invited to mark their calendars for the 2026 Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit, set for Wednesday,…
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Delaware County Leadership: Tom Peterson, CEO, Blackbird Health
Tom Peterson, CEO of Blackbird Health, spoke with DELCO Today about growing up in New England, balancing athletics and academics as a competitive swimmer at…
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Irish Are Well Represented in Pennsylvania, Delaware County
They say on St. Patrick’s Day, everybody’s Irish, but how many of us in Delaware County actually are? In Pennsylvania, about 14.8 percent of us…
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How Opposition from Swarthmore and Bryn Mawr Colleges Shaped the Blue Route
Every day, thousands of drivers cross Delaware County on Interstate 476, known locally as the Blue Route. The highway links Interstate 95 with the Pennsylvania…
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Helping Delaware County Thrive: The 2026 Small Business Honorees
Entrepreneurs, family businesses, and community-focused organizations across Delaware County will be recognized later this month as the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual…
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Why Philadelphia Became the Birthplace of American Independence
Why Philadelphia? When most people picture the American Revolution, they see muskets flashing in Boston, redcoats marching through New York, or Washington’s army crossing the…
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Blue Route Trash Is Piling Up, Keeping PennDOT Busy
It was a messy job Tuesday morning when PennDOT contractors fanned out to cleanup up Blue Route trash in Haverford Township, reports Madeline Wright for…
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Immaculata University Hosts Annual Fashion Show Mar. 21
Immaculata University’s Fashion Merchandising program housed within the Major-Payton School of Business, is hosting the annual IU Fashion Show on Saturday, Mar. 21, from 6-8:00 PM in Immaculata’s…
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Delco School Districts Slated for $31M Increase in Shapiro Budget
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s 2026-27 budget proposal would deliver almost $31 million more in state education funding for Delaware County school districts, writes Kathleen E.…
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DELCO Careers – The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth
Founded in 1970 by a behavioral health hospital and incorporated as a nonprofit in 1983, The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth is an entrepreneurial…
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