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We Asked, You Answered: What’s One Place in Pennsylvania You’ve Always Wanted to Visit But Haven’t (Yet)?
With so many great places to see, and so little time, we’ve all got a must-see spot in the commonwealth on our bucket list.
Women Take the Lead in Creating Community at Scranton’s Camp Punksylvania Festival
Berks County’s Vero DeHart is part of the team behind Camp Punskylvania, the scrappy, three-day music and camping event that will close out Pennsylvania’s summer festival season Labor Day weekend.
As Strikes Continue, Biden Administration Highlights its Pro-Union Agenda
The administration’s show of support comes as unprecedented worker organizing — from strike authorizations to work stoppages — hit multiple industries this year, including, transportation, entertainment, hospitality and health care.
From Forest Trails to Mountain Escapades: Unleash Your Inner Adventurer with Pennsylvania’s ATV Tours
Pennsylvania has more than 900 miles of ATV trails for riding enthusiasts to traverse scattered across the state.
We Asked, You Answered: What’s Your Favorite Pennsylvania-Brewed Beer?
Happy to report we received no wrong answers. Because there are no wrong answers.
GOP Congressional Candidate Refuses to Say if He Supports Trump
Pennsylvania State Rep. Rob Mercuri, who once supported Donald Trump, refused to answer questions last week about whether he still supports the former president.
Hidden in Plain Sight: How to Find Pennsylvania’s Best Speakeasies and Secret Bars
We’ve put together a list of nine of our favorite speakeasies and hidden bars across Pennsylvania.
10 Damaged Allegheny County Homes Remain Uninhabitable, a Week After Explosion That Killed 6
Natural gas from an abandoned underground mine is unlikely to have caused the explosion authorities said. The homeowners were reportedly having problems with their hot water tank and that is part of the investigation into the cause.
These Pennsylvanians Are Having a Great 2023 So Far. (Yes, T-Swift Is on the List.)
We still have a few more months left in the year, but these Pennsylvanians are already having a 2023 to remember.
We Asked, You Answered: Do You Think the Pennsylvania School Year Starts Too Early?
The academic year kicking off in August is now very much a thing. How do you feel about it?
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.
Report: Kids Living Closer to Fracking Area Have Increased Risk of Rare Cancer
A state-sponsored study conducted by the University of Pittsburgh found “significant associations” between gas industry activity and medical conditions in southwestern Pennsylvania.
Rob Mercuri Scrubs Anti-Abortion Language From Website for Congressional Run
Thanks to the Wayback Machine, an internet archive, The Keystone was able to confirm that Mercuri’s website used to include his anti-abortion views.
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.
Connecticut Millionaire Plans to Run for US Senate in Pennsylvania
Dave McCormick is gearing up for a second campaign for the United States Senate in Pennsylvania, hoping to unseat Democratic Sen. Bob Casey in the 2024 general election.
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.
One Year Later, Here’s How the CHIPS and Science Act Benefits Pennsylvania
It’s been one year since President Joe Biden signed the CHIPS and Science Act into law, in an effort to boost the nation’s manufacturing of microchips and semiconductors and strengthen supply chains following the shortages of the pandemic.
Coroner’s Office Releases Names of 2 Killed in Bus Crash Near Harrisburg
The Dauphin County coroner’s office said Tuesday that 39-year-old Alioune Diop of the Bronx, New York, and 26-year-old Serigne Ndiaye, whose residence is unknown, died of multiple traumatic injuries in the crash shortly before midnight Sunday north of Harrisburg.
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.
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.
Josh Shapiro Signs First State Budget Into Law. Here’s What’s In It.
Pennsylvania Senate Republicans ended the ongoing budget stalemate on Thursday after Senate leadership agreed to hold a non-voting session day and send the bill to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s desk.
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.
Shapiro Creates New Job Training Program to Develop Workers of Tomorrow
Gov. Josh Shapiro on Monday signed an executive order to create a new workforce training program that provides funding to organizations involved in improving Pennsylvania’s infrastructure.
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.
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.
The Taylor Swift Effect: How the PA Native’s ‘Eras’ Tour Is Powering Local Economies Across the US
In Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and other cities across the country, fans flocking to see Berks County native Taylor Swift are providing a jolt to local economies.