How Libraries in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Other Pennsylvania Communities Evolved from Subscription Clubs to Vital ...

By Bernadette A. Lear, Penn State As a librarian who researches and writes about library history in Pennsylvania, I was delighted to see the American Library Association’s efforts to celebrate its 150th anniversary this year, while making several mentions …

Pennsylvania AG Charges 14 in $1 Million Check Fraud Scheme That Hit Somerset County Schools

Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday announced charges against 14 people accused of running a check fraud operation that stole and altered checks from two Somerset County school districts, according to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General. …

The Puma Pounces in Pennsylvania Derby

After breaking his maiden in the GIII Tampa Bay Derby in March, The Puma (c, 3, Essential Quality–Eve of War, by Declaration of War) has repeatedly knocked heads with the big guns of the sophomore division and finally saw that persistence pay off Saturday …

Suspect in Dundalk shooting that killed 62-year-old man arrested in Pennsylvania

Authorities in Pennsylvania arrested a man suspected of fatally shooting a 62-year-old man in Dundalk earlier this week. Officers found the victim, Anthony Storms, on Thursday around 2:10 p.m. suffering from gunshot wounds at the unit block of Shipping …

Pennsylvania homesteaders say wood pile size matters less than dry wood, clean burns, and airflow

"It will burn, just not well." by Leigh CookSeptember 19, 2026 As winter approaches in northwestern Pennsylvania, a new wood stove user is looking to answer a practical question: Would the supply on hand cover a snowy season in a 1,500- to 1,700- …

The Puma Prevails in Pennsylvania Derby

The Puma, under Javier Castellano, made a huge move around the far turn, opened up a couple of lengths through the stretch, and held off a late charge from Further Ado to win the Pennsylvania Derby (G1) Sept. 19 at Parx Racing.

The Puma Holds Off Further Ado, Claws Out Pennsylvania Derby Win

BENSALEM, PA. – The Puma (Essential Quality) had to wait for the third Saturday in September for his Derby victory. Scratched from the GI Kentucky Derby with swelling in his leg due to a skin infection, The Puma dug down gamely to fend off favored 'TDN …

Pennsylvania High School Football Team Wins on Field Goal as Clock Hits 0:00

Derek Radzwich had already experienced the agony of being a kicker with a football game hanging in the balance. Friday night, he got another chance. This time, he delivered. Radzwich kicked a 23-yard field goal as the clock reached 0:00, completing a …

Pennsylvania homeowner pays nearly $3,000 for 3-hour pipe repair, asks if they got ripped off

Right before leaving on vacation, one homeowner discovered a basement pipe leak and ended up with a repair bill that sparked an online debate about what plumbing work should cost. After being charged nearly $3,000 for a job they said took about three hours …

The escalating standoff between the CDC and Pennsylvania over measles deaths