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7 Pennsylvania Renaissance fairs to attend in 2025
Get to know the Renaissance fairs taking place across the realm of Pennsylvania in 2025.
The 20-year-old man who fell to the warning track at a Pirates game is awake
The man who fell from the top of a 21-foot-high wall onto the warning track at PNC Park during a Pittsburgh Pirates game is awake and alert.
Sip, savor, and salsa: Where to celebrate Cinco de Mayo 2025 in PA
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo 2025 in Pennsylvania at these cultural events, parties, and restaurants.
Man critically injured after fall from 21-foot Clemente Wall at PNC Park during Pirates game
Right after Andrew McCutchen hit a two-run double in the seventh inning to put the Pirates ahead 4-3, players began waving frantically for medical personnel and pointing to the man, who had fallen onto the warning track.
8 things to do in Allentown
Check out the coolest things to do in Allentown, the third largest city in Pennsylvania. With a population of about 125,000 people, Allentown is the third largest city in Pennsylvania, after Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. Located in the Lehigh Valley in eastern...
‘A masterclass of incompetence and cruelty’: Looking back on Trump’s first 100 days in office
President Donald Trump’s first 100 days in office officially comes to a close on Tuesday with him holding one of the lowest approval ratings ever for a president during that period. Pennsylvanians have also begun to push back against Trump’s tariffs, the increase in costs, and the attacks against federal government workers and programs.
From farm to your table: 12 farmers markets in Pennsylvania to find the freshest summer produce
The season is here to enjoy fresh produce, dairy, meats, and more from Pennsylvania’s many farmers markets.
Pennsylvania’s wildflower trails: 6 must-see destinations for springtime hikers
Across Pennsylvania, wildflowers create carpets of color as they bloom in spring. Now is the time to get out and hike trails lined with these colorful wildflowers.
Deadline to register to vote in May 20 primaries only two weeks away
The upcoming primaries will determine which candidates advance in a host of local and statewide races that will be held in November.
Famous neighbors? 7 celebrities who own homes in Pennsylvania
These celebrities live in (or used to live in) elaborate Pennsylvania homes.
Where you should live in Pennsylvania, based on your zodiac sign
The stars may have some insight into where you should live in Pennsylvania.
Some Pennsylvania Jews reminded of Tree of Life shooting after arson attack on Josh Shapiro’s home
The arson attack at the governor’s mansion hit the Jewish community hard in a state where such pain is achingly familiar. It targeted Pennsylvania’s religiously observant Jewish governor in the very place where just hours before he had hosted one of the central rituals of the Jewish calendar.
Vinyl enthusiasts rejoice: 10 great Pennsylvania record stores to visit on Record Store Day
Highlighted by extremely limited releases, big sales, and in-store performances, Record Store Day returns Saturday and many Pennsylvania shops are getting in the spirit with daylong celebrations and promotions.
Josh Shapiro hammers Trump’s erratic tariff policies
Gov. Josh Shapiro claimed that President Donald Trump “blinked” after mounting pressure forced him to walk back and pause many of his tariffs on Wednesday.
Tulip tourism: When and where to see tulips in Pennsylvania
Spring in Pennsylvania brings rain showers, birdsong, and tulips aplenty. Here’s our guide to some of the best spots to tiptoe through the tulips in the commonwealth.
Meet the 18 Pennsylvania billionaires on Forbes’ ‘Richest People in the World’ list
A Republican mega-donor with ties to Trump and TikTok, a candy bar and pet food 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.
The 8 most underrated state parks in Pennsylvania
These hidden gems among the 124 state parks in Pennsylvania feature breathtaking scenic views, quiet hiking trails, or unique, lesser-known attractions.
The 2025 runner’s guide to Pennsylvania marathons
Over the rest of the year, runners will race through the commonwealth’s urban areas or beautiful scenery in 18 Pennsylvania marathons.
Raise a Glass to These Hidden Gems: Exploring 7 Great Pennsylvania Small Town Craft Breweries
For every Yuengling, Iron City, and Yards, Pennsylvania has dozens and dozens of small town craft breweries producing beer worthy of statewide recognition.
Thousands protest Donald Trump and Elon Musk in Philly and across Pennsylvania
Demonstrators took aim at Trump’s and Musk’s efforts to cut Social Security and Medicaid, roll back immigrant and LGBTQ rights, and cut critical government programs.
Pennsylvania’s largest coal-fired power plant, now retired, will become a gas-powered data center campus
The owners of what was once Pennsylvania’s biggest coal-fired power plant said Wednesday that they will turn it into a $10 billion natural gas-powered data center campus designed to capitalize on the fast-growing energy demands of Big Tech companies.
7 Pennsylvania scholarships for students of color
Students of color can apply for these Pennsylvania scholarships to help them pay for college.
Your glossary of Pennsylvania sayings and slang
Yinz and youse can learn how the commonwealth’s rich history is reflected in local Pennsylvania sayings and slang.
11 stunning public gardens in Pennsylvania
Celebrate the seasons and learn about both native and cultivated plants at these public gardens in Pennsylvania.
Paul Skenes could be MLB’s ticket to Gen Z. The Pirates ace will face it on his terms
Pirates ace Paul Skenes understands his popularity is a small part of baseball’s apparent resurgence. Just don’t expect him to start flooding social media or popping up on your favorite podcast regularly.
Democrats keep control of Pennsylvania House with election win
Democrat Dan Goughnour handily won a special election in western Pennsylvania on Tuesday, keeping majority control of the state House in his party’s hands by a single seat.
8 great cheesesteak places you won’t find in Philly
You don’t have to be in Philly — or even in the greater Philadelphia area — to find a great cheesesteak in Pennsylvania.
Most coaches use schools like Robert Morris as a launching pad. For Andy Toole, it’s become home
A full decade-and-a-half since he was promoted to replace Mike Rice at the age of 29, Andy Toole will lead Robert Morris to the NCAA Tournament for a third time in 10 years when the 15th-seeded Horizon League champions face No. 2 seed Alabama in the first round in...
10 Pennsylvania restaurants with breathtaking views
Whether you’re on a waterfront or overlooking a mountain landscape or city skyline, these Pennsylvania restaurants serve up stunning scenery alongside excellent food.