History
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Pennsylvania’s hallowed ground: Exploring the final resting places of iconic women in history
From the seamstress credited with making the first U.S. flag to a woman considered by many to be the world’s first supermodel,, a number of famous women are laid to rest throughout Pennsylvania.
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Meet 9 trailblazing women from Pennsylvania who changed the game in so many ways
Women’s History Month is an ideal time to highlight the efforts of some of Pennsylvania’s impactful women.
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Why do Philadelphians throw pennies onto Benjamin Franklin’s grave?
Tossing a penny onto Franklin’s grave is a long-standing Philadelphia tradition. But why?
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How much is the cost of living in Pennsylvania’s top 10 metropolitan areas? Here’s the breakdown
According to the Economic Policy Institute, the average cost for a family of four in Pennsylvania to enjoy a “modest yet adequate” standard of living is $87,500 a year. But if you live in one of the state’s 10 largest metropolitan areas, you’ll need to make more than that. A lot more in some areas.
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VIDEO: Exploring the Harrisburg Mall
Only two stores remain at the once-bustling Harrisburg Mall, which is set to be demolished this year. Let’s take a dive into the history of the mall before it’s gone. @keystonenewsroom Only two stores remain at the once-bustling Harrisburg Mall, which is set to be demolished this year. Let’s take a dive into the history…
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We asked, you answered: What should Gov. Shapiro prioritize in Pennsylvania’s new budget?
With the governor having previewed two of his main objectives for Pennsylvania’s upcoming budget — overhauling the state’s higher ed system and increasing public transportation funding — we asked our newsletter readers to sound off on what they wanted to see Shapiro prioritize in the state’s new budget.
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Which movies were filmed in Pennsylvania?
More movies were shot right here in the commonwealth than many of us probably realize. Here’s a rundown of some of the more well known ones.
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Corporations are shrinking products and boosting profits, according to report
US Sen Bob Casey has made “Greedflation” an issue as he is getting ready to run for reelection in 2024. Now the senator is focusing on corporations shrinking their products to boost profits.
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VIDEO: The history behind upside-down Christmas trees
@keystonenewsroom 🌲Have you entered someone’s house and wondered why their Christmas tree was hanging from the ceiling? Turns out there’s a pretty practical reason behind it. Watch to find out more. 🧑🎄 #Christmas #Christmastraditions #PAdutch #Pennsylvania #Pennsylvaniachristmas #Phillychristmas #Christmastree #Christmashistory ♬ original sound – Keystone Newsroom Have you entered someone’s house and wondered why…
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Families bonded by loss after Pittsburgh synagogue attack have unveiled a memorial design
The proposed outdoor memorial would be located adjacent to the Tree of Life synagogue where 11 individuals from three congregations were killed on the morning of Oct. 27, 2018.
