From Taylor Swift dominating the world, to President Biden accomplishing more at age 81 than most people do in their 20s, we’re looking back at the year that was for seven well-known Pennsylvanians.
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Give back to your community with these volunteer opportunities across Pennsylvania
Strong communities make people feel welcome. And a great way to build community is by volunteering.
To lower the cost of expensive drugs, Biden targets Big Pharma’s patents
Under a plan announced Thursday, the government would consider overriding the patent for high-priced drugs that have been developed with the help of taxpayer money and letting competitors make them in hopes of driving down the cost.
‘Absolutely thrilled.’ PA Amtrak advocates celebrate new projects from Biden’s Infrastructure law
Passenger rail advocates throughout Pennsylvania are celebrating this week following the avalanche of news regarding the expansion of passenger rail access throughout the commonwealth.
10 Pennsylvania towns that really get in the Christmas spirit
Still not in the holiday mood? A visit to any one of these Pennsylvania towns will fix that. Events are happening this weekend through Christmas Eve.
Need gift ideas? These 8 Black-owned shops in Pa. have something for everyone
You can support diversity in entrepreneurship by shopping local at one of Pennsylvania’s many Black-owned businesses this holiday season.
Move over, Bad Bunny. Taylor Swift is now the most-streamed artist in the world
From bolstering local economies with her “Eras” tour to being Spotify’s most-streamed artist of the year, 2023 has been pretty good for Berks County’s Taylor Swift.
Less pain at the pump: Gas prices continue to drop across Pennsylvania
The decline in gas prices in the commonwealth — down 12 cents from a month ago and 40 cents from this time last year — reflects what’s happening at the pumps across the country.
Harrisburg is the best place to retire in the US, according to US News
US News analyzed 150 metro areas in the country to find the best places to retire and eight cities from the commonwealth made the top 20.
Youth turnout skyrocketed for Pennsylvania’s Supreme Court election
Youth turnout on college campuses around Pennsylvania for the 2023 supreme court race between Daniel McCaffery and Carolyn Carluccio increased by 110% when compared to the last time there was an open supreme court seat in 2021.
We asked, you answered: What’s your favorite small business in Pennsylvania?
Neighborhood shopping districts in Pennsylvania’s big cities and small towns are a tremendous source of civic pride, with each area featuring a diverse array of local businesses. Ahead of Small Business Saturday, we asked our newsletter readers to tell us about their...
These Pennsylvania nonprofits are worthy of your Giving Tuesday contributions
The Tuesday after Thanksgiving is a time to give back to local nonprofits that help your community. Here are a few for you to consider donating to.
WIC Is Essential for Families Like Ours. Congress Must Ensure It Is Fully Funded.
We both know firsthand what WIC means for families. With food costs so high, more and more young families need the food and nutrition assistance this program provides. But WIC is poised to run out of funds very soon.
We asked, you answered: If you could only have one item from a Thanksgiving meal, what would it be?
We asked our newsletter readers to select one turkey day food item they can’t do without, and not a single person picked turkey. Maybe we should start informally referring to Thanksgiving as “stuffing day?”
PA House Democrats advance bill helping striking workers
Pennsylvania House Democrats on Wednesday passed a bill that would expand worker rights and allows workers to collect unemployment compensation while they are on strike.
Your guide to Pennsylvania’s fall and winter birdwatching destinations
From nature preserves to your own backyard, late fall and winter are opportune times for birdwatching in Pennsylvania.
Support Local: Your guide to shopping districts across Pennsylvania for Small Business Saturday
We’ve put together a list of local shopping districts and stores all across the commonwealth that have the toys, books, art, clothing, and other gifts you’re seeking, on Small Business Saturday (Nov. 25 this year) and every day.
PA Supreme Court victory helps Democrats secure majority for years to come
The impacts of McCaffery’s victory will have ripple effects for years to come, especially when it comes to preserving reproductive freedoms.
Daniel McCaffery defeats Carolyn Carluccio for PA Supreme Court
Reproductive rights advocates scored a major victory in Pennsylvania after Democratic candidate Daniel McCaffery defeated Republican Carolyn Carluccio in a race for the Pennsylvania Supreme Court on Tuesday.
Amtrak riders in Pennsylvania to see major upgrades thanks to Biden’s infrastructure law
Pennsylvania residents who use passenger rail throughout the commonwealth are going to see improvements on Amtrak’s Keystone and Pennsylvanian lines.
The fascinating history behind Pennsylvania’s oldest cities
You can trace the roots of our country’s history by visiting some of the oldest cities in the commonwealth, each of which have fascinating origin stories.
From city lights to country sights: A Philly woman’s journey through Pennsylvania’s 67 counties
Navigation methods may have changed, but traveling throughout the state over the decades, Florence Gallagher has found that Pennsylvania’s regional differences remain very much intact.
Southwestern PA receives federal grant to establish green building supply chain
The Green Building Alliance, a non-profit organization based in Pittsburgh, was awarded a $500,000 grant funded through President Joe Biden’s landmark Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, US Sens. Bob Casey and John Fetterman announced on Thursday.
Turkey timeline: When and where to order your local Thanksgiving bird from these Pennsylvania farms
This Thanksgiving, order a sustainably raised turkey from a local farm instead of fighting over a frozen bird during your last-minute grocery run.
We asked, you answered: What’s your favorite Pennsylvania food?
With cheesesteaks to the east, pierogi to the west, Old Forge pizza up in NEPA, and all sorts of good, gooey stuff in Amish country, Pennsylvania is rich with native foods. Our newsletter readers shared their favorites.
Rite Aid closing nearly 40 stores in Pennsylvania amid bankruptcy
Through its Chapter 11 bankruptcy process, Rite Aid announced it is closing more than 150 stores, including nearly 40 across the commonwealth.
Pennsylvania’s quirky towns: Unraveling the histories behind oddball names
If you’ve ever wondered how Forty Fort, Bird-in-Hand, and Jersey Shore got their names, have we got a story for you.
PA Supreme Court Candidate Daniel McCaffery Says He’ll Protect Abortion Rights
Preserving access to reproductive healthcare is one of the defining topics of the upcoming Pennsylvania Supreme Court election.
Small-town Pennsylvania hospital fights to stay afloat by launching GoFundMe
Bucktail Medical Center in Clinton County is struggling financially and has launched a GoFundMe campaign to keep its doors open for the immediate future.
Abortion rights are on the ballot November 7 in PA. Here’s what you need to know.
The upcoming Pennsylvania Supreme Court election will likely play a pivotal role in determining the future of reproductive rights for years.