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I ran the 2025 Philadelphia Marathon—here’s what it was really like
The City of Brotherly Love showed its love to runners during the 2025 Philadelphia Marathon. Here’s what it was really like.
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Shop small at these holiday markets & craft fairs across PA
Support Pennsylvania makers and small businesses while shopping the season’s most festive holiday markets.
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Thanksgiving and Black Friday: A guide to which stores are open and closed in Pennsylvania
Here’s a breakdown of what’s open in case of an emergency on Thanksgiving, and what time the big box stores open for early bird holiday shopping on Black Friday.
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Pennsylvania’s most magical winter festivals
From winter festivals in the snow to magical holiday celebrations, here are the Pennsylvania festivals you shouldn’t miss this winter.
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9 Pa. food banks where you can donate your time, money, & food this holiday season
Here’s how to support the food banks and food pantries fighting hunger across Pennsylvania.
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Preschools, daycares feel ‘double whammy’ impact of budget issues. How they managed
They took out loans just to keep classrooms running. Now, as Pennsylvania’s budget impasse ends, early childhood centers are bracing to repay the debt – with interest. The Pennsylvania House of Representatives Nov. 12 approved a state budget deal by a 156-47 vote that boosts early childhood education funding; Gov. Josh Shapiro later signed it into law. The…
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The best grocery stores for holiday shopping in Erie
Soon, it will be time for holiday grocery shopping in Erie. This year, especially, it’s important to a lot of people that they’re able to stretch their dollars while supporting stores that feel dependable, and while making sure the food on the table lives up to the occasion.
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What are the 2 best international markets in Erie?
We surveyed Erie locals to find the best international markets in town, where residents can grab their favorite go-to goods to create meals for family gatherings, special occasions, and the upcoming holidays.
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The best farmers markets in Erie
Both of these farmers’ markets make a tremendous impact on Erie’s community and deserve the title of the best farmers’ market in town.
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What is the most affordable grocery store in Erie?
Over time, this affordable grocery store has built a strong reputation as the go-to store for stretching a paycheck.
