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A light from above: How one Pennsylvania church put its faith in solar energy
In a town known more for Bucknell University and its rustic charm than clean energy innovation, St. Andrew’s is leading a quiet but significant shift toward sustainability. Shapiro’s Lightning Plan is about to make it easier for more folks to get onboard.
Could you eat this much ice cream after walking 1,100 miles? Some Appalachian Trail hikers try
The ice cream challenge is thought to have begun more than four decades ago at the Pine Grove Furnace General Store in Gardners, a few miles north of the current true halfway point of the 2,197-mile Appalachian Trail.
Discover Pennsylvania’s tiny treasures: 9 quaint small towns that pack a big punch
Looking to visit a charming, small community where everyone knows your name? Try on these Pennsylvania towns for size.
Adams County officials condemn post by sheriff showing bloody ‘protester edition’ truck
The Adams County Sheriff is facing backlash over a since-removed Facebook post that appeared to show a blood-spattered truck with the caption “Protester Edition” posted during a weekend of national protests that included an incident in Virginia where police said an SUV drove through protesters.
Where to celebrate Juneteenth in Pennsylvania
Communities across Pennsylvania will celebrate Juneteenth over the next several days, with events that strive to reflect on the nation’s history and uplift the Black community.
Adventure awaits: Discover 5 thrilling day trip destinations just a short drive from Philadelphia
If you’re in need of a quick getaway from the Philly area, a relatively short drive will lead you to waterfalls, antiques, great wineries, history, and more.
Philadelphia’s Free Library hosts Juneteenth festivities
Philadelphia Free Library celebrates Juneteenth with workshops, concerts, and community events throughout June. Discover cultural programming across the city.
The 11 best places to zipline in Pennsylvania
Not just for tourists, ziplines in Pennsylvania offer an exhilarating adrenaline rush and views of incredible scenery.
Talks in Pennsylvania are at crunch time over a budget, legalizing marijuana and taxing skill games
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and state lawmakers are getting down to crunch time, with big questions still outstanding about how to balance the Democrat’s spending request.
Bucks County shelter for domestic violence survivors expanding with help of state grant
A project to expand Bucks County’s only domestic violence shelter got a $6.11 million boost in state funding.
Quakertown GOP said local ‘No Kings’ protesters would be paid $40. But is there evidence?
An administrator of the Quakertown Area Republican Club Facebook page wrote on Friday that a “considerable number of participants arriving from outside the area” would receive “a daily stipend of $40.” But members of the club have not provided evidence for the claim.
Pennsylvania lawmaker wants to designate Sept. 12 as annual ‘day of the Bible’
Pennsylvania lawmakers once courted controversy by declaring 2012 the “year of the Bible.” Now, one Keystone State legislator wants to honor the religious text on an annual basis, with a resolution that would designate Sept. 12 as the “day of the Bible.”
Pocono race weekend: What to know ahead of NASCAR’s Great American Getaway 400
This weekend, NASCAR makes its stop at Pocono Raceway, with races starting on Friday, June 20, and ending with the Cup Series’ Great American Getaway 400 on Sunday, June 22, in Long Pond.
Inside Pittsburgh’s wedding cookie table tradition
Did you know about Pittsburgh’s wedding cookie tables? Learn about how this tradition started and how you can enjoy it, wedding or not.
Cast a line at Pennsylvania’s most scenic fishing spots
Grab your gear, pack your tackle box, and get ready to cast a line at Pennsylvania’s most scenic fishing spots!
From field to fork: Try these 8 Pennsylvania farm-to-table restaurants revolutionizing the local food scene
Pennsylvania has an abundance of farm-to-table restaurants where chefs are making creative use of locally-sourced, seasonal ingredients for truly memorable meals.
For first time, Pa. power grid operator concerned supply might fall short of summer demand
The regional electric grid operator PJM Interconnection forecasts for the first time that it might not be able to supply enough power to Pennsylvania and other states this summer in “extreme” circumstances and would need to ask some consumers to reduce their usage.
From Potato Patch Fries to water ice: 11 must-try foods that scream summertime in Pennsylvania
It’s time to take advantage of the culinary delights the season has to offer by sampling all the goodies on our bucket list of Pennsylvania foods that scream summer.
Doctor at now-closed ER issues warning about hospital buyouts
Max Cooper, a former emergency room doctor at the now-closed Crozer Hospital in Delaware County, spoke about the dangers of private equity firms purchasing hospitals and then shutting them down for profit.
Prospect Medical Holdings, which closed four Delaware County hospitals in the last three years, purchased Corzer in July 2016 for $300 million. The company promised to keep the hospital open for 10 years, but closed it with very little warning last month.
Lawmakers in the Pennsylvania House passed House Bill 1460, which aims to stop exploitative private equity practices, by a bipartisan 121 to 82 margin on Tuesday. The bill also allows the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s office to block deals that threaten access to care.
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Discover the crunchy details: 5 fun facts about Herr’s snack company of Pennsylvania
Crack open a bag of Herr’s kettle-cooked chips or pub style pretzels, and learn some interesting facts about the global snack brand based right here in Pennsylvania.
Pa. public schools may be liable if they fail to prevent student-on-student sexual abuse
An exception to governmental immunity created to give victims legal recourse isn’t limited to school employees, court finds.
This popular Bucks County shopping center cracks USA TODAY’s top 10. See full list here.
One of Bucks County’s most beloved tourist destinations has been chosen as one of the best shopping centers in America as part of USA TODAY’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards.
In Bucks county, a Vermilion Hills bridge and bench dedication drew 200. Here’s why.
Beneath sunny skies, Falls Township residents gathered to dedicate a footbridge to a young cancer victim who died in 1976, and to unveil a park bench in memory of a mother and daughter killed in a murder spree last year.
Friday the 13 comes around again this month. What to know about this disastrous duo
The day is associated with misfortune, misery, and a movie franchise featuring a hockey mask-wearing serial killer. But what is it about Friday the 13th that makes some people avoid ladders, airplane travel, sidewalk cracks and black cat encounters?
Aaron Rodgers says his decision to play in Pittsburgh this season was ‘best for my soul’
The four-time NFL MVP’s decision to return for a 21st season and to do it in Pittsburgh was not about trying to prove something to himself, the New York Jets or anyone else.
Pa. cyclist explains why she rode 10,000 miles over a year including in harsh weather
For many, 10,000 miles is something you do in a car each year. However, for a Pennsylvania woman, she challenged herself to ride her bicycle every day for a year and accumulated more than 10,000 miles and stops in 20 different states.
Inside a historic church painted with murals that reflect searing social commentary
The late artist Maxo Vanka created the mural in 1941, based on a scene from the Book of Exodus. It’s one of 25 murals that cover the walls and ceilings of St. Nicholas Croatian Catholic Church.
Explore 51 Creameries on Pennsylvania’s 2025 Ice Cream Trail
Learn more about Pennsylvania’s 2025 Ice Cream Trail before setting out on the adventure for yourself.
Incredible ice cream made right here in Pennsylvania
Ice cream lovers in Pennsylvania benefit from a wide variety of creameries and farms that make homemade ice cream.