The report from online directory Seniorly found that Johnstown, Scranton, and McKeesport are among the 25 U.S. cities with the lowest monthly assisted living costs, while Pennsylvania ranks in the middle of the pack among states.
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Jill Biden calls on women to not be “shamed back into silence” two years following Supreme Court’s Dobbs Decision
First Lady Jill Biden spoke to voters in Lancaster and Pittsburgh on Sunday, stumping for President Joe Biden and warning voters about how reproductive rights are at stake in the upcoming presidential election.
Temperatures across Pennsylvania will continue to climb near 100 this week
High temperatures across the state will remain in the mid-to-upper 90s, while the heat index value could hit 105 in Eastern Pa., and get to as high as 110 in the Pittsburgh area.
Western Pa. woman’s dying husband worried she’d have money troubles. Then she won the lottery
Two weeks before her husband died from a brain tumor, Karen Coffman of Armstrong County bought a Pennsylvania Lottery ticket at her local gas station that netted her $1 million.
6 tips to keep bears from wandering onto your property
Whether you live deep in bear country or the more densely populated suburbs around Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, experts say limiting access to potential food sources is the best way to discourage bears from wandering onto your property.
Trump allies considering plans to limit insurance coverage for abortions
The proposals would modify existing labor laws to exclude “uniform” employer coverage for abortion, making it more challenging for patients in red states to seek care across state lines.
The difficult newscast that convinced Janelle Stelson to run for Congress
Janelle Stelson has been a familiar face to WGLA-TV 8 viewers for 26 years in Central Pennsylvania, but she made the momentous decision to quit her high-profile TV anchor job last September.
Ex-Cop attacked on Jan. 6 responds to PA Republicans who heckled him
Former US Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn and Sergeant Aquilino Gonell were heckled by House Republican lawmakers on Wednesday.
Senate Republicans block bill to protect birth control access
The bill would have guaranteed the right for Americans to obtain and use birth control without government interference. It would also protect the right of health care providers to distribute information about contraception and provide it to patients.
Pete Buttigieg promotes American-made steel while visiting Harrisburg area
US Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg toured South Central Pennsylvania on Tuesday and joined Gov. Josh Shapiro in thanking steelworkers for rebuilding the country’s infrastructure.
New Pennsylvania LGBTQ+ organization renews calls to pass the Fairness Act
Fairness Pennsylvania, a newly formed LBGTQ organization, renews calls for the Pennsylvania Senate to pass the Fairness Act.
Living legacy: 100-year-old veteran from Western Pa. makes pilgrimage to Normandy for D-Day anniversary
Andy Negra, who just turned 100, is among a dwindling band of World War II veterans taking part in the official June 6 commemoration of the landings by soldiers from across the United States, Britain, Canada, and other Allied nations at Normandy.
10 Pennsylvania buildings that are older than the state itself
Pennsylvania buildings like King George Inn are hundreds of years old and even older than the U.S. Constitution.
17 Pride festivals happening across Pennsylvania in 2024
Celebrate the queer community at one (or more!) of the many Pride festivals taking place this spring and summer in Pennsylvania.
Everywhere Shapiro visited during his Great American Getaway RV tour
Governor Josh Shapiro embarked on a week-long RV tour across PA promoting the state’s new tourism brand, “The Great American Getaway.” Here’s where he went.
Senate Democrats will hold a vote on birth control protections in June
The Right to Contraception Act would protect access to birth control nationwide as many reproductive rights advocates worry that contraceptive access will be Republicans’ next target after they successfully helped overturn Roe v. Wade.
Get to know Paul Skenes, Jared Jones, Oneil Cruz and notable Pirates
It could be an interesting summer at PNC Park, thanks to pitching phenom Paul Skenes, and other homegrown burgeoning stars.
Trump: ‘We’re looking at’ restricting birth control
Former president Donald Trump said he was looking at the possibility of restricting access to birth control, but also alluded to a state-by-state approach to limiting contraception access.
Meet the 11 Pennsylvania billionaires on Forbes’ Richest People in the World list
A Republican mega-donor with ties to Trump and TikTok, a candy bar heiress, the owner of 84 Lumber, and the primary owners of two Philly sports teams are among the Pennsylvania billionaires on Forbes’ annual list of the world’s richest people.
Healthcare professionals warn PA voters the dangers of a second Trump term
Up to 5.2 million Pennsylvanians with preexisting conditions can lose health care coverage under second Trump term.
7 Pa. cities that make it easy to support small businesses
Life’s too short for crowded metroplexes and Amazon boxes piling up on your doorstep. Get out and patronize some of these great shopping districts in Pennsylvania, featuring locally-owned shops catering to many tastes.
Giants rookie Mason Black, a NEPA native, makes MLB debut in Philadelphia against the team he grew up loving
More than five dozen family members and friends made the trek down the Northeast Extension to watch Archibald native Mason Black make his major league debut Monday for the Giants in Philadelphia.
Pennsylvania’s reality TV royalty: 6 winners who captivated the country
Winners walk among us. These Pennsylvanians came out on top of their respective reality shows.
A look at the groups pushing anti-LGBTQ policies in Pennsylvania schools
Republicans may have suffered embarrassing school board defeats across Pennsylvania in 2023, but that’s not stopping them from working with anti-LGBTQ groups.
The 4 best pizzas in Pennsylvania, according to our research
From Philadelphia to Pittsburgh, we’ve got you covered with the best pizza in Pennsylvania to satisfy your cravings for the perfect pie.
The state of our air: How does Pennsylvania’s air quality measure up
According to a recent air quality report from the American Lung Association, ongoing air pollution remains an issue throughout the state.
Find your next favorite read: 10 great Pennsylvania bookstores to shop on Independent Bookstore Day
On Saturday, booksellers across Pennsylvania will take part in the 11th annual Independent Bookstore Day, which celebrates indie bookstore culture with book exclusives, special events, and more.
Community pushback gets school board to rescind decision on denying gay actor’s visit
Former 30 Rock actor Maulik Pancholy became the latest culture-war flashpoint after Cumberland Valley School Board members voted 8 to 0 last week to cancel Pancholy’s anti-bullying speech at a district middle school because of his sexuality and anti-racism advocacy.
Shapiro says Pennsylvania will move all school standardized testing online in 2026
The Shapiro administration will move all standardized school assessment tests online in an effort to save more classroom time for instruction, create a user-friendly exam for students and relieve a burden from teachers and administrators.
Biden announces tariffs on Chinese Steel while visiting United Steelworkers members
Biden continued his tour through Pennsylvania by visiting steelworkers in Pittsburgh where he announced increased tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum imports.