In her 16 years in the communications industry, Ashley Adams has worn many hats, including news reporter, public relations writer, marketing specialist, copy editor and technical writer. Ashley grew up in Berks County and has since returned to her roots to raise her three children.
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PA data center surge sparks local fears over pollution, power costs, and weak oversight
Pennsylvania is in a data center boom, with over 50 facilities already active and 50 more proposed—but at what cost to local communities? And who’s standing up for their rights?
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Pa. House advances paid family leave proposal despite GOP opposition
The Family Care Act would establish a statewide paid family and medical leave program in Pennsylvania. The House has passed it, but its future in the Senate remains uncertain.
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Another Pa. rate hike looms as Dems push ‘Energy Bills Relief Act’ to curb costs
Rising electricity bills in Pennsylvania are putting pressure on household budgets and another round of rate increases is expected in June. Lawmakers in Washington have introduced a proposal to tackle those rising costs.
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Pennsylvania ranks among top states for online scam losses, according to new report
A new report says that Pennsylvania residents are losing close to $3 billion annually to online fraud, on platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
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13 history-making women from Pennsylvania
Women’s History Month is an ideal time to highlight the efforts of some of Pennsylvania’s impactful women.
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Celebrate Pennsylvania’s rich history: Free entry to museums and landmarks on Charter Day
On March 4, 1861, William Penn was granted a charter from England’s King Charles II to create the state of Pennsylvania. To celebrate, many state sites are offering free admission on Sunday.
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Targeted and alone: Why Pennsylvania seniors are losing millions to tech-enabled scams
In Pennsylvania, more than 4,000 scam-related complaints were filed in 2025 as residents lost more than $76 million to scammers.
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Federal attacks on reproductive health force some Pennsylvania Planned Parenthood clinics to drop Medicaid patients
Leaders with Planned Parenthood Pennsylvania Advocates said the loss of Medicaid reimbursement is among the most harmful impacts of federal policy change and has caused a significant financial strain to all its clinics.
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School vouchers 101: Does Pennsylvania have them? How do they work?
Education funding is a regular topic of debate in Pennsylvania, both among lawmakers and residents—especially when you add school vouchers to the discussion. Here’s a breakdown of what school vouchers are and how Pennsylvania uses them.
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A killer Valentine’s getaway: Buffalo Bill’s House invites couples for a spooky stay
It might be the creepiest Valentine’s Day destination but it’s certain to be a memorable one if you choose to spend the holiday for lovers putting the lotion on at Buffalo Bill’s House in Perryopolis.
