Affordability
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Gas is over $4 in PA. Can solar and wind “bomb-proof” your energy bills?
Gas has climbed past $4 a gallon as the Iran war drives up oil markets and food costs. Clean energy advocates say more solar and wind projects could make monthly bills harder to rattle.
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The best budget-friendly options for Pennsylvania amusement parks
From free admission parks to discounted tickets, here’s how to spend a day at a Pennsylvania amusement park without breaking the bank.
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10 restaurants in Pittsburgh where kids can eat for free or for cheap
Eating out as a family isn’t so costly at these Pittsburgh restaurants, where kids can eat for free or close to it.
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Your weekly guide to taking action in Pennsylvania (May 8 – May 14)
A weekly roundup of Pennsylvania political events, advocacy opportunities, protests, and more ways to take action statewide–Friday, May 8 through Thursday, May 14.
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Your budget-friendly grocery guide: Pennsylvania stores with the best deals
Some of the best grocery deals in Pennsylvania are found at national chains like Aldi, Lidl, and Walmart, while others are at smaller chains and local shops.
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Here’s one Pennsylvania woman’s story about losing care under Trump’s law
After changes to Medicaid and safety-net programs under President Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill,” some Pennsylvanians are losing coverage, struggling to find care, or going without it altogether.
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Pa digital ad tax looks to tap into lucrative industry and reverse Trump’s budget cuts
Democratic State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler’s digital ad tax is part of the “Tax Billionaires, Fund Pa” campaign to reverse SNAP and Medicaid cuts
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Your guide to taking action on May Day 2026 in Pennsylvania.
A roundup of May Day protests, demonstrations, and rallies to help you take action statewide–Friday, May 1.
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Gas prices are climbing again in Pennsylvania
The average gas price in Pennsylvania has climbed to $4.31 a gallon, the highest point since the US and Israel attacked Iran on Feb. 28.
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We asked, you answered: What is your family doing to save money right now?
With the cost of everything from clothing to energy rising, we asked Keystone newsletter readers what they’re doing to save money right now.
