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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Gov. Wolf Unveils His $4.5 Billion Plan to ‘Restore Pennsylvania’ and Where Funds Would Come From
Last week, Gov. Tom Wolf unveiled the details for his Restore Pennsylvania infrastructure plan that aims to rebuild the state’s crumbling infrastructure, expand access to…
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Minimum Wage Increase a High Priority in PA State Budget Negotiations
Increasing the state’s minimum wage from $7.25 to $15 per hour will be a top priority for Pa. Gov. Tom Wolf in budget negotiations this…
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Delaware County Properties to Be Assessed for Spotted Lanternfly
The Delaware County Conservation District began working with the United States Department of Agriculture May 29 to assess properties in Delaware County for the Spotted…
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Across Pennsylvania, Communities Voted to Turn On the Taps
In some Pennsylvania communities, alcohol is still the devil’s drink and bars are an unnecessary evil. But with Election Day came an opportunity to turn…
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Local Woman Takes on Region’s Most Loathed Adversary: ‘It’s War in My Backyard’
Phoenixville resident Lorraine Phillips is fighting one of Southeastern Pennsylvania’s most loathed adversaries, the spotted lanternfly, with a homemade concoction, writes Maria Panaritis for the…
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New York Hotel Management Firm Opens Office in Drexel Hill
A New York hotel development and management company has set up its mid-Atlantic headquarters in Drexel Hill, with the goal of increasing its team as…
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See Which Local Universities Nabbed a Top 100 National Spot According to U.S. News
Six Pennsylvania’s universities found themselves in the top 100 national rankings from U.S. News & World Report’s annual report, writes Kim Strong for the York Daily Record. All…
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Urgent Care Center in Springfield Will Focus on Children’s Medical Needs
A pediatric urgent care center is coming to Springfield in the fall, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. PM Pediatrics, a New York-based operator…
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Veteran-owned Breweries Release Special Beer for Memorial Day
Brewers from veteran-owned breweries in Pennsylvania have collaborated on a beer due to be released in time for Memorial Day weekend, writes Sue Gleiter for…
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Haverford High Earns Governor’s Award for 85 Percent Student Voter Registration Success
Haverford High School recently received the Governor’s Civic Engagement Award at the gold level for registering 85 percent or more of eligible students to vote,…
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Which County Schools Rank Among Top 10 Schools in PA?
Radnor and Strath Haven high schools earned highest marks among county schools in U.S. News and World Report’s annual rankings of secondary education institutions, writes…
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Documentary Explores Our Passion for Wawa
Wawa and Sheetz store allegiances are the topic of a new documentary in the works, “Sheetz vs. Wawa,” writes Hannah Lynn for the Pittsburgh City…
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As Pennsylvanians, Here’s How Stressed We Are
Pennsylvania is the 17th-most stressed state nationwide and Philadelphia is 39th among the 100 most stressed cities in America, according to a recently published analysis…
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As Pennsylvania Beefs Up Election Security, Some County Officials Worry About Cost
As Pennsylvania works to protect the integrity of the upcoming elections by implementing new security measures, some county-level officials are expressing cost concerns, writes Jan…
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Pennsylvania Redistricting Reform Commission Begins Touring the State to Gain Public Input
The Pennsylvania Redistricting Reform Commission has begun touring the state for a series of public meetings to get voter input on the creation of future…
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Effects of Purdue Pharma’s Opioid Settlement in Oklahoma Felt Here in Delco
Purdue Pharma’s $270 million settlement with the state of Oklahoma over its alleged role in fueling the opioid epidemic is prompting more counties in Pennsylvania…
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Foundation for Delaware County Receives One of Just Six Healthy Start Grants Awarded in Pennsylvania
The Foundation for Delaware County has received a five-year, $5,470,000 Healthy Start grant, one of just six awarded in Pennsylvania. The Health Resources and Services…
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Despite the Region’s ‘Green Rush,’ One Thing Keeps Marijuana Business from Being Profitable
The “Green Rush” in the Philadelphia area is about to accelerate with the introduction of eight new medical marijuana dispensaries and the first local grower/processor…
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