Meet K-9 Mason, York County’s new puppy protector
| March 27, 2026
K-9 Sgt. Mason, a 12-week-old bloodhound, and his handler, Cpl. Rick Wolf, took part in their first official training session together last week at Morning Sun Marketplace in Jackson Township.How this volunteer puts her passion for animals to good use
| March 27, 2026
Being a retired social worker from Saint Vincent Hospital, Washington Township resident Patti Eichen always had a passion for helping.Watch: Montgomery County passes resolution barring ICE from local properties
| March 27, 2026
Montgomery County Commissioner Neil Makhija explains why Pennsylvania’s third largest county passed a resolution barring ICE from carrying out immigration enforcement on county-owned property.Tröegs calls upon local artists for annual contest
| March 27, 2026
The Hershey-based brewery asked fans to submit works "inspired by its beer, label art, packaging, employees or even the brewery itself."Watch: The Affordable Care Act saved my life
| March 27, 2026
Sarah Sculley of Philadelphia was diagnosed with a genetic mutation that drastically increases a person’s likelihood of developing breast and ovarian cancer, along with other forms of cancer. With health care coverage through the ACA, she said she was able to formulate a plan with medical experts to increase my chance of survival and maybe even prevent these cancers entirely.Pennsylvania court upends mandatory use of life-without-parole for second-degree murder
| March 27, 2026
Pennsylvania's high court on Thursday overturned the use of automatic life sentences without parole for people convicted of second-degree murder, saying it violates the state's constitutional ban on cruel punishment when imposed without a closer look at the defendant's specific role and culpability.New Allegheny County law protects tenants against eviction threats from landlords
| March 27, 2026
Allegheny County joins Centre, Erie, and Philadelphia counties that protect tenants for speaking out against unsafe living conditions or joining a tenants union.5 pizzerias in eastern Pennsylvania you need to try
| March 26, 2026
Pizzavania editor Patrick Berkery recently traveled from NEPA to Philadelphia, sampling pizzas on the recommendation of readers. The verdict is in: these are his favorites. In each edition of Pizzavania, our newsletter highlighting the best in Pennsylvania pizza (subscribe here), I ask readers to share recommendations on their favorite pizzerias in the commonwealth. You can […]Pennsylvania drivers are paying $4 for gas in some parts of the state
| March 26, 2026
For the first time in four years, the average price for a gallon of gas is more than $4 in some parts of Pennsylvania.Kennywood shares plans for 2026 opening day, season events
| March 26, 2026
Voted as one of America's 10 BEST theme parks in 2025, Kennywood will open soon for the 2026 season, announcing plans to offer new food options and events this year while celebrating both America's 250th birthday and major milestones for two much-loved park rides.Probst’s bill to expand tax relief for disabled veterans passes House
| March 26, 2026
Legislation introduced by state Rep. Tarah Probst (D-Monroe) would amend the Pennsylvania Constitution to broaden eligibility under Pennsylvania’s Disabled Veterans’ Real Estate Tax Exemption Program.Mostly vacant Franklin Mall near Philadelphia has no takers yet
| March 26, 2026
Approximately a month after losing one of its last large retailers, Franklin Mall is home to dozens of vacant storefronts in between a dwindling mix of shopping mall stalwarts such as Victoria's Secret and Auntie Anne's pretzels.
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How this volunteer puts her passion for animals to good use
| March 27, 2026
Being a retired social worker from Saint Vincent Hospital, Washington Township resident Patti Eichen always had a passion for helping.Tröegs calls upon local artists for annual contest
| March 27, 2026
The Hershey-based brewery asked fans to submit works "inspired by its beer, label art, packaging, employees or even the brewery itself."New Allegheny County law protects tenants against eviction threats from landlords
| March 27, 2026
Allegheny County joins Centre, Erie, and Philadelphia counties that protect tenants for speaking out against unsafe living conditions or joining a tenants union.Probst’s bill to expand tax relief for disabled veterans passes House
| March 26, 2026
Legislation introduced by state Rep. Tarah Probst (D-Monroe) would amend the Pennsylvania Constitution to broaden eligibility under Pennsylvania’s Disabled Veterans’ Real Estate Tax Exemption Program.Mostly vacant Franklin Mall near Philadelphia has no takers yet
| March 26, 2026
Approximately a month after losing one of its last large retailers, Franklin Mall is home to dozens of vacant storefronts in between a dwindling mix of shopping mall stalwarts such as Victoria's Secret and Auntie Anne's pretzels.Union members call on Shapiro, Dems to embrace billionaires tax
| March 25, 2026
Advocates believe that a tax on Pennsylvania billionaires can raise at least $6 billion and offset federal budget cuts.Historic Lawrence Park Dinor for sale. What’s next for owner?
| March 25, 2026
The 78-year-old Dinor at 4019 Main St. in Lawrence Park is listed for $285,000 by Howard Hanna.Why Philadelphia’s ‘Rocky’ statue is moving, and where it’s going
| March 25, 2026
On March 25, the famous "Rocky" statue that has stood proudly at the base of the Philadelphia Museum of Art steps since 2006 will be moved indoors to become part of an upcoming exhibit “Rising Up: Rocky and the Making of Monuments."
