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7 Pennsylvania Hospitals Are Leading the Way in Healthcare Excellence
US News recently released its annual rankings of hospitals nationally in 15 adult specialties. Seven of the commonwealth’s hospitals made one or more of the lists.
Is PA’s Richest Billionaire Trying to Buy a State Supreme Court Seat?
Following the 2022 primary, Spotlight PA highlighted how much money Yass has spent in Pennsylvania and how the billionaire moves his money between three different PACs.
Philly Natives Charged for Trying to Overturn 2020 Election in Georgia
Clark and Roman were both charged with violating Georgia’s Racketeering Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act, which carries a mandatory minimum of five years in prison if convicted.
Continue Your Education With One of These Fascinating College Courses at Pennsylvania Schools
Audit courses at Pennsylvania colleges offer community members a chance to learn about ice cream, Sherlock Holmes, the connection between hip hop artists and philosophers, and more.
These Pennsylvania Towns Were Named After Signers of the Declaration of Independence
Nine Pennsylvanians signed the Declaration of Independence in 1776, and centuries later, the state proudly boasts numerous municipalities that share names with those men.
One of the Best Candy Stores in the US Is in Pennsylvania
Not only is Philadelphia’s Shane Confectionery the oldest candy store in the US, it’s one of the best, according to a new poll.
Labor Leaders Praise Shapiro’s Workforce Development Investments
Labor leaders from around the commonwealth are praising the workforce development investments that are in Gov. Josh Shapiro’s first budget.
2,400 Pennsylvania Workers Keep Their Pensions Thanks to Biden’s American Rescue Plan
More than 2,400 union members in Western Pennsylvania will keep their pensions completely intact thanks to President Biden’s American Rescue Plan, the federal government announced this month.
Sip, Savor, and Celebrate: Your Guide to Pennsylvania’s Upcoming Beer and Wine Festivals
We’ve highlighted some of our favorite festivals in the state and included a list of many more for you to keep in mind as you make your late summer and fall plans.
Welcome to Flavortown: 10 Pennsylvania restaurants featured on the Food Network
From Guy Fieri spotlighting an undiscovered Indonesian gem in Philadelphia, to Robert Irvine trying to resuscitate a struggling family restaurant in Centre County, a number of dining spots across the commonwealth have been featured on the Food Network.
I-95 Rebuild Is Being ‘Powered by Pennsylvania Companies,’ Shapiro Says
“Just like the repair, the overpass will be Pennsylvania made,” Gov. Josh Shapiro said while visiting High Steel Structures in Lancaster on Monday.
Back To School Time: Here’s Where to Score Free Backpacks and Supplies in Pennsylvania
If you are struggling with the cost of school supplies for your child, try hitting up one of these community events to score some free backpacks and supplies.
Banning Book Bans: Pennsylvania Democrats Want to End the Practice
A pair of Democratic lawmakers want to make it illegal to implement book bans in school districts across the commonwealth.
Business on Top, Party in the Back: Pa. Kids Go for Gold in National Mullet Contest
With locks that bring to mind the ‘93 Phillies and Billy Ray Cyrus, Rory Ehrlich, of West Pottsgrove, and Kamden Cunningham, of Swoyersville, are on the verge of hair glory.
Philly Firefighters: Sen. Devlin Robinson’s Apology for Disparaging Comments Is ‘Inadequate’
A live microphone caught Sen. Devlin Robinson making disparaging comments about a firefighter on Tuesday. The Western Pennsylvania senator comes from a swing district and is up for reelection in 2024.
Historic Buildings Find Guardians: Pennsylvania Communities Unite for Preservation Efforts
Organizations, municipalities, and individuals throughout the state work hard each year to preserve the rich history in the commonwealth by preserving historic sites and buildings.
How 3 Women Left Their Mark on Valley Forge’s History
From the kitchen to the battlefield, the contributions of Polly Cooper, Molly Pitcher, and Hannah Till at Valley Forge were crucial to the survival of George Washington’s Continental Army during the Revolutionary War.
We Asked if You Have a Pennsylvania Pothole Horror Story. Here’s What You Had to Say
Pennsylvania roads are infamous for their numerous and treacherous potholes. So we asked our readers if their car has ever been damaged by one. This is what they had to say.
From Farm to Basket: Your Guide to Picking Pennsylvania’s Freshest Produce
From fruits, to vegetables, to flowers, we’re in the midst of prime-time picking season in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania Scheme Highlighted In Latest Trump Indictment
Elected officials in Pennsylvania played an important role in Trump’s conspiracy to overturn the 2020 election. Here’s a quick refresher following Trump’s indictment.
Attention, Cyclists: Discover the Pennsylvania Towns Where Bicycle Commuting Thrives the Most
Pennsylvania’s rural communities offer back country roads with low vehicular traffic, making them the perfect areas for residents to commute to work on a bicycle.
Lehigh Valley Airport Expansion Opens Thanks to Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg visited the Lehigh Valley Airport in Allentown on Friday for the grand opening of a new security checkpoint and connector that will make it easier for passengers to travel through the airport.
Can You Get Some of Facebook’s $725M Settlement? Find Out Here.
Were you a Facebook user between May 2007 and December 2022? Find out if you’re eligible for a piece of the settlement pie, now that the social media giant has settled a number of lawsuits.
Striking Workers Could Get Federal Food Benefits Under New Bill From John Fetterman
Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pennsylvania) introduced legislation on Thursday that would allow striking workers to qualify for federal food assistance benefits while walking the picket line. This pro-worker legislation—the Food Secure Strikers Act of 2023—is the first ever of its kind to be proposed by a member of Congress.
Search Ends for Infant Swept Away in Bucks County Flood
Upper Makefield police said Wednesday that they’ve ended the active search for 9-month-old Conrad Shields, who was swept away in a flash flood earlier this month that killed his 2-year-old sister, his mother, and four others.
Home Prices on the Rise: Pennsylvania’s Median Sales Price Surges in June
The median sales price of a home in the commonwealth in June was 4% higher than in May, and 5.5% higher than last year.
8 Wildlife Sanctuaries in Pennsylvania Doing Their Part to Protect Nature
Pennsylvania is home to a wide variety of wildlife sanctuaries dedicated to protecting and preserving numerous different species of plants and animals.
‘A Public Safety Issue’: PA Nurses on Why Safe Staffing Ratios Are Crucial
Shannan Giambrone knew working in medicine would be hard, and for the 26 years she’s spent as a registered nurse, it has been. That was the deal though, and one she was happy to take.
Police Narrow Search for Infant Lost in Bucks County Flood, After 2-Year-Old Sister’s Body Found
Upper Makefield Township police said in a Facebook post Sunday that although 2-year-old Matilda Sheils had been “brought home to her loving family” after her body was recovered Friday, officials are “devastated that we have not yet been able to reunite Conrad with his sister and family.”