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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Program Lets High Schoolers Launch Teaching Careers Early
Delaware County is expanding a free program that helps high school students work toward teaching careers, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia. The students…
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Freedom Village Manager LCS Tops Senior Living Satisfaction Study
J.D. Power announced the results of its 2025 U.S. Senior Living Satisfaction Study, and Freedom Village at Brandywine’s management company, LCS, has been recognized for the…
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40 Thanksgiving Meals for Safe Harbor Residents Prepared in WCU’s Food Lab
Although Thanksgiving has now passed, the impact of the holiday season was felt well before the celebrations began. On Tuesday, Nov. 25, West Chester University’s…
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WilmU One-on-One: Dr. Esosa Iriowen Discusses the Future of Chemistry
Dr. Esosa Iriowen, Wilmington University’s (WilmU) Chair of Natural Sciences programs, goes by “Dr. E” for short — but that “E” could also stand for…
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New Robbinsville Playground Built With General Recreation’s Help
Kids were able to enjoy a new, fully-inclusive playground at Community Park in Robbinsville, New Jersey, one of the latest projects worked on by General…
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New Store Coming to Dauphin County Puts Wawa in Sheetz Territory
Wawa is working on opening its first Dauphin County store in Middletown, Central Pennsylvania, part of a vanguard of 40 Wawa locations planned in that…
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Convenience Store Liquor in Pennsylvania? Rutter’s Thinks It Could Work
Could convenience store liquor become a thing in Pennsylvania? York County-based Rutter’s is opening a door. Its parent company applied to the Pennsylvania Liquor Control…
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The Immaculata Symphony Presents Annual Christmas Concert on Dec. 7
On Sunday, Dec. 7, the Immaculata Symphony will perform its annual Christmas concert, Christmas Movie Classics, beginning at 3:00 PM, in Immaculata’s Alumnae Hall. The…
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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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Serve, Protect, Lead: Philadelphia Police Lieutenant Earns Doctorate in Education at Wilmington University
As an enlisted Marine, Dr. Alexander Branch learned how to take orders. As an Army Reserve Captain, he learned how to give orders, and as a Wilmington…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Urges Customers to Keep Pipes Clear This Holiday Season by Properly Disposing of Fats, Oils, and Grease
With kitchens getting busier during the holiday season, Aqua Pennsylvania is reminding customers that what goes down the drain can have serious consequences for household plumbing and community…
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Bryn Mawr Birth Center Closing After Nearly Half a Century
The Lifecycle Wellness and Birth Center in Bryn Mawr is closing after 47 years and 16,000 babies, writes Nicole Leonard for WHYY. The Center will…
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Wilmington University to Host Virtual Open House on Dec. 3
Wilmington University (WilmU) will host a Virtual Open House on Wednesday, Dec. 3, offering prospective students the chance to explore programs, connect with staff, and…
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Wilmington University Once Again Honored for Transfer Student Success
Ready to complete your degree? Wilmington University (WilmU) is one of America’s most transfer-friendly colleges, earning a spot on the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society…
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Wilmington University Prevention Science Alum to Launch Nonprofit
Dr. Foday Kamara will never forget the day he landed in New York City from Liberia: Feb. 4, 1999. Then 15 years old, he went from…
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LionCage Pitch Competition Awards $35,000 to Southeastern Pennsylvania Entrepreneurs
Invent Penn State LaunchBoxes at Brandywine and Great Valley and the Ideas x Innovation Network (i2n), an initiative of the Chester County Economic Development Council…
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Dr. Tori Nuccio Honored with PASSHE’s Keepers of the Flame Award
Dr. Tori Nuccio, WCU Deputy Director of Financial Aid, has been honored with the Keepers of the Flame Award by the Pennsylvania State System of…
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Philadelphia Ranks Among Ten Best Sports Cities for Fans in the Country
Philadelphia ranked among the top ten cities in the nation that have the best vibes for sports fans, according to a recently released report by…







































