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These Pennsylvania chefs and restaurants are 2026 James Beard Award finalists
| April 1, 2026
Four out the five finalists in the Best Chefs, Mid-Atlantic category are from Pennsylvania. The finalists for the 2026 James Beard Awards were announced Tuesday, and Pennsylvania landed nominees in five categories, including four of the five nominees in the Best Chefs, Mid-Atlantic category. Here’s a rundown of the Pennsylvania finalists: Outstanding Restaurant Kalaya — […]5 fun things to do with the family in Pennsylvania this weekend
| April 1, 2026
The Gettysburg Film Festival and the Pittsburgh Pirates’ home opener are among the fun things to do with the family across the commonwealth this weekend. Looking for something fun to do with the family in Pennsylvania this weekend? No matter where you are in the state or what kind of fun you’re looking for, we’ve […]Pa. fire companies feel the pinch as private equity buys up truck manufacturers
| April 1, 2026
In an industry that used to have two dozen independent companies, options for buying firetrucks have dwindled as private equity firms consolidate factories and grow their profits.When are Pennsylvania theme parks opening?
| April 1, 2026
Many of Pennsylvania amusement parks are included in U.S News' most recent ranking of the 20 best amusement parks in the country.Shapiro blasts Trump’s executive order to curb mail-in voting
| April 1, 2026
Gov. Josh Shapiro swiftly condemned President Donald Trump’s most recent executive order as unconstitutional.Learn why Pittsburgh was voted one of the best beer cities in the U.S.
| April 1, 2026
There are more than 40 breweries in the city, according to the Pittsburgh Brewers' Guild, so there are many places to sample local brews during a visit to the Steel City.Judge says Penn must turn over information about Jewish employees in US discrimination probe
| April 1, 2026
A federal judge on Tuesday ordered the University of Pennsylvania to hand over records about Jewish employees on campus to a federal agency as part of an investigation into antisemitic discrimination but said it did not have to reveal any employee’s affiliation with a specific group.Stacy Garrity admits Trump ‘exaggerates’ about US economy
| March 31, 2026
Following President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address last week, Republican Treasurer and gubernatorial candidate Stacy Garrity admitted that Trump has a tendency to exaggerate about the economy when confronted.McCormick calls DHS accountability push “silly”
| March 31, 2026
Despite growing calls to rein in DHS on both sides, not everyone agrees—including US Sen. Dave McCormick (R-PA).Madeleine Dean cites King George at Philly “No Kings” rally
| March 31, 2026
US House Rep. Madeleine Dean (D-Montgomery) referenced King George and the grievances the country’s founding fathers laid out in the Declaration of Independence while speaking at Philadelphia’s “No Kings” rally on Saturday, March 28.Scott Perry uses DHS shutdown to spread conspiracy theories about immigrants and voter fraud
| March 31, 2026
US House Rep. Scott Perry's latest comments are part of a longer track record targeting immigrants.Participants in Jan. 6 US Capitol riot, including some from Pa., file lawsuit in Florida against DC police
| March 31, 2026
At least six of the plaintiffs are from Pennsylvania.
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Pa. fire companies feel the pinch as private equity buys up truck manufacturers
| April 1, 2026
In an industry that used to have two dozen independent companies, options for buying firetrucks have dwindled as private equity firms consolidate factories and grow their profits.Learn why Pittsburgh was voted one of the best beer cities in the U.S.
| April 1, 2026
There are more than 40 breweries in the city, according to the Pittsburgh Brewers' Guild, so there are many places to sample local brews during a visit to the Steel City.With $4.5B on the line, Pennsylvania businesses seek tariff refunds
| March 31, 2026
“This is not a way to make the world a more just and equitable place for all,” said one Lancaster County business owner.How $6.6 million from the state budget helps EMS units save lives
| March 31, 2026
The allocation comes from the commonwealth's EMS Operating Fund (EMSOF), with revenue generated from a $20 fee on moving vehicle violations and a $50 fee added for those in the Accelerated Rehabilitation Disposition (ARD) program.Bayfront hotel proposal: Erie City Council vote expected April 15
| March 31, 2026
City Council President Tyler Titus said the panel now expects to vote on the project's request for what's known as waterfront conditional use approval at the panel's April 15 meeting. The hotel is being developed by Erie's Scott Enterprises.This Pennsylvania wedding venue will marry up to 6 couples in a day
| March 31, 2026
As part of its first "no fuss" elopements event on April 11, up to six couples will take their vows in a picturesque setting and get their own cake, champagne and photo package, all for $500.10 moments that shaped labor history in Pennsylvania (for better or worse)
| March 31, 2026
Workers built Pennsylvania—and they’ve also been building labor power since the first crews laid railroad tracks and miners descended beneath the earth.Trump, Garrity hold lavish Mar-a-Lago fundraiser while gas hits $4 a gallon
| March 30, 2026
Treasurer Stacy Garrity had other things to worry about while Pennsylvanians were getting ready for “No Kings” protests.
