History
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10 Pennsylvania buildings that are older than the state itself
Pennsylvania buildings like King George Inn are hundreds of years old and even older than the U.S. Constitution.
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Meet 7 women who broke barriers in the field of astronomy and beyond
These seven women broke barriers in astronomy and beyond. Here’s everything you need to know about seven women who contributed to astronomy.
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Become a Susquehanna River expert with these 8 engrossing facts
Read on to learn about the history of the Susquehanna River and how you can enjoy the river today — and help protect it for the future.
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Pennsylvania’s hallowed ground: Exploring the final resting places of iconic women in history
From the seamstress credited with making the first U.S. flag to a woman considered by many to be the world’s first supermodel,, a number of famous women are laid to rest throughout Pennsylvania.
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Meet 9 trailblazing women from Pennsylvania who changed the game in so many ways
Women’s History Month is an ideal time to highlight the efforts of some of Pennsylvania’s impactful women.
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Why do Philadelphians throw pennies onto Benjamin Franklin’s grave?
Tossing a penny onto Franklin’s grave is a long-standing Philadelphia tradition. But why?
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How much is the cost of living in Pennsylvania’s top 10 metropolitan areas? Here’s the breakdown
According to the Economic Policy Institute, the average cost for a family of four in Pennsylvania to enjoy a “modest yet adequate” standard of living is $87,500 a year. But if you live in one of the state’s 10 largest metropolitan areas, you’ll need to make more than that. A lot more in some areas.
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VIDEO: Exploring the Harrisburg Mall
Only two stores remain at the once-bustling Harrisburg Mall, which is set to be demolished this year. Let’s take a dive into the history of the mall before it’s gone. @keystonenewsroom Only two stores remain at the once-bustling Harrisburg Mall, which is set to be demolished this year. Let’s take a dive into the history…
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We asked, you answered: What should Gov. Shapiro prioritize in Pennsylvania’s new budget?
With the governor having previewed two of his main objectives for Pennsylvania’s upcoming budget — overhauling the state’s higher ed system and increasing public transportation funding — we asked our newsletter readers to sound off on what they wanted to see Shapiro prioritize in the state’s new budget.
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Which movies were filmed in Pennsylvania?
More movies were shot right here in the commonwealth than many of us probably realize. Here’s a rundown of some of the more well known ones.
