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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All Hallows’ Eve Is a Time to Remember Spirits of Extinct Pennsylvania Species
While Halloween–or All Hallows’ Eve–has mostly become a secular holiday, it is still a good time to honor the spirits…
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Colonial Farmstead in Newtown Square Brings Highwayman Sandy Flash to Life
The Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead at Ridley Creek State Park in Newtown Square has brought highwayman Sandy Flash back to life…
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PA Election Officials Use Pennsylvania Department of Health Data to Prevent Dead People from Voting
As a crucial swing state, Pennsylvania is often the target of election-related misinformation, according to a staff report from The…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Candice Caruso, Chief Consumer Lending Officer, WSFS Bank
Candice Caruso, Chief Consumer Lending Officer at WSFS Bank, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Elkins Park, where…
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VISTA Today Celebrates 10-Year Partnership with Chester County Economic Development Council
Celebrating a decade of impactful storytelling, VISTA Today, MONTCO Today’s sister publication, marks its 10-year anniversary as a trusted voice…
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ITAG To Host TECH360 Annual Technology Conference Nov. 14 at Penn State Great Valley
While data informs most of today’s key strategic business decisions, leaders often struggle to keep up with the pace of…
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Philadelphia’s Historical Markers Shine Light on Lesser-Known Figures and Events
Philadelphia has several of Pennsylvania’s 595 historical markers highlighting the region’s lesser-known figures and events, writes Sandy Smith for Philadelphia…
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MONTCO Careers: CCRES
CCRES provides professional staff for schools, in the home, and in the community to help children and adults challenged by…
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Penn State Great Valley Grad Student Works with Research Team To Strengthen Nonprofits’ Cybersecurity
Anivesh Sinha, a student in Penn State Great Valley’s master of Science in Information Science program, is working with a team…
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Pennsylvania’s 50 Richest Neighborhoods List Includes 3 Philadelphia Neighborhoods in the Top 5
Pennsylvania is filled with numerous affluent neighborhoods that offer residents a high quality of life, writes Allen Lee for Money…
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Swing (or Zip) into Fall and Holiday Adventure at Refreshing Mountain Retreat and Adventure Center
Fall is in full swing: Trees are showing off their brightest colors before the permanent winter chill sets in, and…
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General Recreation Brings Upgraded Inclusive Playground to Lafayette Hill
Under the careful guidance of General Recreation Inc. in Newtown Square, Whitemarsh’s Magical Miles Park playground in Whitemarsh Township, reopened…
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SCORE Bucks County to Offer Free Biz Workshops in November
In an ongoing effort to keep the small business community informed, SCORE Bucks County will offer numerous educational workshops for…
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VFTCB Celebrates Sold-Out Annual Lunch with Record-Breaking Tourism Report, Guest Speaker Mick Ebeling
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) shared an optimistic outlook for tourism in Montgomery County with 650 attendees…
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Wall Street Journal: The State’s Highest-Ranked College is Located in Philadelphia
The latest Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2025 ranking is officially out now, ranking the top colleges in the nation, writes…
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Pennsylvania American Water Has New and Expanded Customer Assistance Offerings
Pennsylvania American Water has expanded its H2O Help to Others™ customer assistance program offerings, which have helped customers in need for more…
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Bucks County Residents Brave Long Lines for Early Voting
Red and blue voters in Bucks County are braving long lines to cast their votes early for the next president…
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Montgomery County is Home to 3 of the Fastest-Growing Towns in Pennsylvania
While most municipalities in Pennsylvania have seen their populations drop over the last three years, some have managed to grow,…
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