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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How Friendly (or Not) Is Pennsylvania for Working Dads?
WalletHub has released its report on 2021’s Best & Worst States for Working Dads, ranking Pennsylvania in the middle of the pack. To determine the…
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Pennsylvania Agriculture Department to Lanternflies on the Move: ‘No Hitchhiking!’
In its strategy to slow the spotted lanternfly infestation, Pennsylvania is using a pesticide to deter the buggers from latching onto vehicles heading into the state, reports The Philadelphia Inquirer. Crews armed…
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Pennsylvania Ranks in Top 10 States that Make Millennials Happy
Pennsylvania is one of the states in which millennials thrive, according to a new report by WalletHub. The Keystone State is ranked tenth on the 2021’s…
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Pennsylvania Drivers Rank Among the Best in the Country
Pennsylvania might have some of the most congested roads in the country but not everything is bleak – the Keystone State also has some of…
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Pennsylvania Ranks Among Top Five States with Best Response to COVID-19
Now that the coronavirus outbreak in the U.S. has started its downward arc, analyses are beginning to emerge about state-by-state responses. SYKES, a business process…
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2 Delaware County Vocational Schools among Top 25 Best in Pennsylvania
Two Delaware County vocational schools are among the best 25 in Pennsylvania, according to a new ranking published by the Public School Review. Vocational schools…
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Career Corner: What Are the Job Prospects for Nurses in Pennsylvania?
By Chris Isaac They say there will always be work in the medical field, and with the demand for medical care thanks to COVID, you…
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Following Contentious Election, Pennsylvania Officials Turn to Utah for Advice on Voting by Mail
Pennsylvania found itself embroiled in controversy during the last election, mostly revolving around the newly implemented voting by mail and unsubstantiated claims of voter fraud…
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These Private High Schools in Delaware County Are Among This Year’s 50 Best in Pennsylvania
Delaware County is home to four of the 50 best private high schools in Pennsylvania for 2021, according to a new report published by Niche.com.…
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Restrictions Eased as New COVID-19 Cases Continue to Drop in Pennsylvania
With COVID-19 cases on the decline in Pennsylvania, PA. Gov. Tom Wolf announced Monday some COVID-19 restrictions are being lifted. Indoor events can now have…
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Governor Wolf Ready to Get Pennsylvania Back to Work with New Workforce and Economic Development Plan
Governor Tom Wolf released his new “Back to Work PA” workforce and economic development plan aimed at bolstering economic recovery efforts and positioning the commonwealth…
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Chester Public Schools Are Unfairly Underfunded, Protesters Say, Risking Privatization
Chester School District doesn’t want the dubious honor of being the first public school district in the nation to be handed over to a private…
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New $900 Million Pandemic Recovery Aid Bill Approved by Pennsylvania Senate
Last week, the Pennsylvania Senate unanimously approved legislation to distribute more than $900 million in pandemic recovery aid to schools and hospitality-related businesses, along with…
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The Return of the Brood X Cicadas and Their 90 Decibel Chirping
It’s going to be a noisy Spring, writes Allie Miller for phillyvoice.com. Brood X, or Brood 10, cicadas will crawl out of their 17-year forest…
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Pennsylvania Ranks as One of the Best States for Adventure Seekers
Thanks to its several popular outdoor destinations and a plethora of extreme sports options, Pennsylvania is an ideal place to visit for travelers who are…
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President-Elect Joe Biden Nominates Dr. Rachel Levine for Assistant Health Secretary Post
Pennsylvania’s health secretary, Dr. Rachel Levine, has been nominated by President-elect Joe Biden to be his next assistant health secretary, writes Kennedy Rose for Philadelphia…
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Drexel Hill Nurse Gets First COVID Vaccination in Delaware County
A Crozer-Chester Medical Center nurse from Drexel Hill received the honor of being the first from Delaware County to be vaccinated against COVID-19, writes Kathleen…
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Not All Small Businesses Plan to Follow Gov. Wolf’s Latest Shutdown Orders
So far, at least a dozen restaurants and gyms statewide have said they plan to remain open despite the latest shutdown orders issued by Gov.…
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