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York County’s Maple Donuts, known regionally for pastries (and politics), sold to a private equity firm
Swander Pace Capital bought Maple Donuts, a 79-year-old Pennsylvania-based company that is based in York County. It was founded by the Burnside family.
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What is Pennsylvania Dutch? Here’s everything you need to know
To answer the question “What is Pennsylvania Dutch?” we dive into the group’s history, culture, and impact on the Keystone State.
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A cat-alog of 18 Pennsylvania cat cafés
Relax, sip some coffee, and then adopt your newest feline family member at one of these Pennsylvania cat cafes.
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Pa. mail carriers were bit by dogs more than 300 times in 2024
The number of dog attacks in Pennsylvania was the sixth most of any state in the nation, though fewer than in 2023.
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Pennsylvania’s sweet delight: Exploring 8 great donut shops across the state
Whether you crave something traditional, like a chocolate glazed, something more gourmet, like a pistachio baklava donut, or a plus-sized donut fit to serve an entire party, Pennsylvania has world class donut shops that offer all this, and more. Even fried chicken sandwiches.
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Starting a career in public education? Bucks County districts pay higher than average
New Hope-Solebury and Centennial school districts have the first and second highest average new teacher salaries in the state at $95,446 and $81,639, respectively.
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Cicadas are emerging in Pennsylvania, but you may not be hearing them yet. Here’s why
People in the central and southeastern part of the state are starting to see cicadas but not hearing any sounds coming from them. It has to do with sexual maturity.
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Pa. law makes it illegal to sell tarot readings or love potions. Could that change?
An obscure state law from 1861 prevents fortune telling for profit. State Rep. Greg Scott wants the statute repealed.
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Meet University of Pittsburgh’s new residents: Peregrine falcon chicks
Three peregrine falcon chicks at the University of Pittsburgh were banded by the Pennsylvania Game Commission, aiding scientific tracking of their life history.
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HBO’s ‘Last Week Tonight’ has a surprise coming for Erie SeaWolves. What’s the status?
Earlier this month, John Oliver, the host of “Last Week Tonight with John Oliver,” featured an in-depth segment on Minor League Baseball team promotions, and announced that the Erie SeaWolves were selected among 47 teams for a total rebrand.
