Sports
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From Gritty to the Nittany Lion: The story behind 10 beloved Pennsylvania sports mascots
Pennsylvania is known for having some of the most unique, entertaining, and wacky mascots in the world. The stories behind 10 iconic Pennsylvania sports mascots are a home run.
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Get to know Paul Skenes, Jared Jones, Oneil Cruz and notable Pirates
It could be an interesting summer at PNC Park, thanks to pitching phenom Paul Skenes, and other homegrown burgeoning stars.
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Giants rookie Mason Black, a NEPA native, makes MLB debut in Philadelphia against the team he grew up loving
More than five dozen family members and friends made the trek down the Northeast Extension to watch Archibald native Mason Black make his major league debut Monday for the Giants in Philadelphia.
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Pittsburgh native Larry Lucchino, feisty force behind retro ballpark revolution and curse-busting Red Sox, dies at 78
Lucchino’s efforts in getting the Orioles’ home park, Camden Yards, built in Baltimore kicked off a new wave of throwback baseball venues located in downtown areas that replaced the sport’s glut of faceless, multi-purpose stadiums.
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5 female athletes from Pennsylvania to watch in 2024
The Commonwealth is home to many talented female athletes, some of whom are poised to make an impact in 2024.
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7 reasons why you should become a Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders fan
Major League Baseball (MLB) may attract the most baseball fans, but Minor League Baseball games are not to be missed — especially Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders games.
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We asked, you answered: If you’re not going to watch the Super Bowl, what are you planning to do instead on Sunday?
Contrary to popular belief, not everyone watches the Super Bowl. Find out what some of your fellow Pennsylvanians will be doing on Sunday instead of watching the big game.
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Hoot, hoot, hooray! Where to celebrate Superb Owl Sunday in Pennsylvania
From kid-friendly events, to brunches, to nighttime “owl prowls,” owl enthusiasts will have multiple opportunities to celebrate Superb Owl Sunday in Pennsylvania, on game day and throughout the remainder of February.
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No Eagles, no problem: 7 great spots to watch the Super Bowl in Philadelphia
Not feeling a Super Bowl house party? Check out these Philly bars instead, with drink and food specials, much bigger TVs, and no clean up required.
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6 scenic bike trails to explore in Western Pennsylvania for the best views
Whether you want to ride out past the shores of Lake Erie or bike from Pittsburgh to Maryland, the western side of the state has trails that offer scenic views, good workouts, and history lessons for cyclists of any skill level.
