Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania, officially the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, is a state rich in history and diversity, located in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States.
As the fifth-most populous state, Pennsylvania boasts a population of over 13 million people.
Pennsylvania’s economy has evolved from its historical roots in manufacturing to include a diverse range of industries today.
The State is also known for its cultural contributions, including being home to the first library, hospital, and medical school in the United States.
Explore our archive of nearly 1,000 stories about Pennsylvania below:
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Pennsylvania in Top Half of Happiest States in Nation
Pennsylvanians are happier than over half of the country according to a new study on the happiest states in the…
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Clean Energy Jobs in Pennsylvania Have Grown by Six Percent in Last Year
A new study has found that Pennsylvania recorded a six percent growth in clean energy jobs over the last year,…
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Having the Last Name Penn Unlikely to Mean Relation to Pennsylvania’s Founding Father
Despite many people having the last name Penn, none are related to Pennsylvania’s founding father William Penn, writes Mark Dent…
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Biopharmaceutical Research Companies Pump Close to $70 Billion into State’s Economy
Biopharmaceutical research is continuing to generate big business in Pennsylvania and helping boost the state economy, writes John George…
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State Is Imposing $1 to $100 Price Hike on 412 Liquor Brands
If your favorite beer or wine suddenly costs more, don’t blame store management. All state-run liquor stores in Pennsylvania are…
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Harriton, Lower Merion, Wissahickon Tops Montco Contingent of Best High Schools
Harriton Senior High School led a group of four Montgomery County schools that ranked in the statewide top 15 in…
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Pennsylvania’s College Students, Graduates Nearly the Most Indebted in America
A college education can unlock opportunities, but too much college debt can shackle a student’s future. And Pennsylvania borrowers are…
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Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Stores to Control the Drugs Distinctive Odor
The distinctive odor of marijuana dispensaries often found in other states will not be an issue in Pennsylvania, writes Sam…
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Montgomery County’s 60,000 Turnpike’s Toll Scofflaws Given Fair Warning
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission has warned drivers with at least six unpaid tolls or outstanding violations of $500 or more…
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Dearth of Retail, Manufacturing Jobs Nudge Pennsylvania’s Population Down
Pennsylvania’s population has shrunk for the first time in over three decades, with deaths and move-outs outnumbering births and move-ins…
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Pennsylvania Ranked Near Bottom on List of Best & Worst States to Start a Business
In an in-depth report by WalletHub that analyzes the Best & Worst States to Start a Business in 2017, only…
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Montgomery County Businessman Joins Race for Governor
Editor’s note: Hours before officially declaring his intent to run for Governor on Thursday, Kris Hart asked the simple question:…
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Guest Editorial: Time for a New Approach. Let’s Grow Pennsylvania’s Economy
By Guy Ciarrocchi In Harrisburg, our elected officials are again participating in the annual ritual of budget negotiations. This continues…
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Number of Startups in Pennsylvania Soars
The latest ranking of top startup fund seekers published by Gust puts Pennsylvania in fifth which is a huge jump…
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Jenkintown’s Keep Highways Safe Highlights Pennsylvania’s Most Dangerous Trucking Companies
Research by Jenkintown’s Keep Highways Safe has identified the 25 most dangerous trucking companies in Pennsylvania based on their accident…
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Educated Millennials Leaving Pennsylvania in Droves
At present, Pennsylvania seems to be having an issue attracting and retaining educated millennials, according to a report from the…
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WalletHub: Pennsylvania Provides Not-So-Happy Working Mother’s Day
The best gift for Mother’s Day this year might just be to see Pennsylvania roll up its sleeves and do…
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Montco Native Forms Addiction Treatment Business Driven by Personal Struggles
Montgomery County native Joseph Lubowitz has drawn from his own experience and struggles with drug addiction to start a business…
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