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Pennsylvania in bloom: 14 flower festivals to check out in 2025
The celebrated Philadelphia Flower Show is already underway. If you can’t make it this year, you can still revel in color and natural beauty at the many other flower festivals coming to Pennsylvania in 2025.
13 history-making women from Pennsylvania
Women’s History Month is an ideal time to highlight the efforts of some of Pennsylvania’s impactful women.
Pennsylvania’s Hollywood moment: Jeremy Renner’s ‘Mayor of Kingstown’ leads industry boom
Pennsylvania’s film industry hits record growth with 72 productions including “Mayor of Kingstown,” generating $767 million and creating 6,700 new jobs statewide.
FORGE at Pitt: Empowering refugees amid policy shifts
FORGE at Pitt aids Pittsburgh refugees through education, advocacy, and mentorship, navigating challenges amid shifting U.S. immigration policies.
Republican Medicaid cuts would hurt 800,000 Pennsylvanians
US House Republicans voted this week to cut Medicaid by $880 billion to pay for President Donald Trump’s tax cuts for the ultra-wealthy. These cuts would affect 800,000 Pennsylvanians.
10 Oscar-winning films set or shot in Pennsylvania
On Sunday, the 97th Academy Awards will honor the best films of 2024. To get you in the spirit, we’ve put together a list of Oscar-winning films with ties to the Keystone State.
Where to munch on mochi donuts in Pennsylvania
Mochi donuts, tasty cultural fusion treats that cross American donuts with Japanese mochi, can be found across Pennsylvania.
Acrobatics and tumbling, a mashup of gymnastics and cheer, is booming at Duquesne and beyond
Membership in the National Collegiate Acrobatics and Tumbling Association has risen from 14 teams a decade ago to over 50 schools representing over 1,200 athletes, including Duquesne, which made its debut earlier this month. The NCAA labeled “acro” an emerging sport in 2020.
You won’t want to miss these 7 Pennsylvania festivals this spring
This Spring, mark your calendar to attend these Spring festivals in Pennsylvania.
Your guide to container gardening in Pennsylvania
Whether you only have room for a balcony garden or you want to spruce up your front porch, container gardening allows you to grow plants via miniature, mobile gardens.
The cheapest colleges in Pennsylvania
These colleges in Pennsylvania promise a great education at an affordable price.
Live, from Pennsylvania! ‘SNL’ cast members from the Keystone State
Only a handful of Pennsylvanians have been a part of the “Saturday Night Live” cast during the show’s 50-year run. Do you know who they are?
Spine-zapping implant developed at Pitt helped 3 people with a muscle-wasting disease walk better
Recently, researchers reported what they called the first evidence that a spine-stimulating implant already being tested for paralysis might also aid neurodegenerative diseases like spinal muscle atrophy – by restoring some muscle function, at least temporarily.
Pa. Republican accused of domestic violence tapped as Pentagon’s top spokesperson
Sean Parnell, a former US Senate candidate from Western Pennsylvania, was hired as the Pentagon’s top spokesperson earlier this week. Parnell received Donald Trump’s endorsement ahead of the 2022 primary, but had to suspend his campaign due to domestic abuse allegations.
Punxsutawney Phil’s prediction: 6 more weeks of wintry weather
Thousands gathered to see the world’s most famous groundhog in Punxsutawney Sunday for the Western Pa. town’s annual Groundhog Day celebration.
Pennsylvania governor rolls out plan to fast-track and subsidize power plants, hydrogen projects
Gov. Josh Shapiro said Thursday that he wants to fast-track big energy projects in Pennsylvania and offer hundreds of millions of dollars in tax breaks for projects that provide electricity to the grid and make hydrogen.
The 5 best pizza places in Erie, according to one native
Erie native Stacy Rounds shares her favorite pizza parlors in her hometown
New report details wasteful spending at Pa.’s largest cyber charter school
Education Voters of Pennsylvania released a new report this week detailing wasteful spending by the state’s largest cyber charter school. The expenses include over $400,000 at entertainment venues and brand new SUVs.
Love in high places: Cathedral of Learning welcomes new falcon pair
For decades, peregrine falcons have called Pitt’s Cathedral of Learning home. Learn about this year’s pair.
5 places in Pennsylvania to donate clothes, shoes, and more
A guide to making the biggest difference with your donation in Pennsylvania
3 reasons you should be paying attention to Pa. women’s college basketball right now
From improbable comebacks, to dominant players destined for the WNBA, to exciting rookies, Pennsylvania’s women’s college basketball teams have been giving fans plenty to cheer about so far this season.
25 weird & wacky Pennsylvania festivals happening in 2025
After reading about these unique Pennsylvania festivals, you’ll want to put them on your 2025 calendar.
Fetterman was elected to challenge convention. Now, he’s challenging his fellow Democrats
When Democrat John Fetterman got elected to Pennsylvania’s U.S. Senate seat, many backers hoped he’d challenge convention and the status quo.
He did and has — just not in the way many had expected.
Say cheese: 6 Pennsylvania creameries you need to visit
As a leading producer of cheese, Pennsylvania boasts award-winning creameries throughout the state offering up uniquely delicious cheddars, Goudas, Gruyeres, Camemberts, and more.
9 of the weirdest Pennsylvania news stories from 2024
Pennsylvania news is often just plain weird, and the commonwealth’s headlines in 2024 were no exception.
6 facts about Mister Rogers
It’s a beautiful day to learn more about everyone’s favorite neighbor (and Pennsylvania’s claim to fame). Here are six stories and facts about Mister Rogers.
11 indoor flea markets in Pennsylvania to visit this winter
Spend a winter’s day sorting through treasures at Pennsylvania’s indoor flea markets.
Nippon, US Steel file suit after Biden administration blocks $15 billion deal
The suit, filed Monday in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia, alleges that it was a political decision and violated the companies’ due process.
9 lavish bed and breakfasts across PA to chase away the winter blues
From historic mansions to country inns, Pennsylvania is home to numerous luxury bed and breakfasts that are sure to chase your winter blues away.