Author: Kalena Thomhave
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The history behind PA’s infamous Altoona-style pizza (+ where to get it)
Sicilian crust, green peppers, and—that’s right—yellow American cheese. Here’s everything you need to know about Altoona-style pizza. Altoona-style pizza hails, of course, from Central Pennsylvania’s Altoona, a historic railroad town tucked into the Allegheny Mountains and known as the home…
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Inside Scranton’s beloved St. Patrick’s Day Parade
“Parade Day” attracts tens of thousands of people to downtown Scranton each March. Scranton’s St. Patrick’s Parade isn’t just any parade—it’s the city’s parade. “Parade Day,” as it’s known in the region, attracts as many as 150,000 spectators each year,…
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All about the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre: History, 2026 shows & more
Watch a Broadway-quality show alongside a delicious meal at the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre in Lancaster. Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre is a Lancaster tradition of nearly 40 years, offering Broadway-caliber productions alongside an all-you-can-eat buffet—or on Thursdays, a four-course plated…
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Kava craze: What it is and where to try it in Pittsburgh
Kava has been consumed by Pacific Islanders for thousands of years, but it’s only now becoming popular in Pittsburgh.
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Explore the legacy of Philadelphia’s Black Founding Fathers
Philadelphia’s Black Founding Fathers fought for freedom during an era when it was routinely denied to Black people.
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‘Rocky’: 9 Philadelphia spots tied to the fictional legend
Fans of the “Rocky” movies visit these Philadelphia spots to celebrate the working-class spirit shared by the fictional boxer and his very real city.
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Pennsylvania athletes to watch in the winter Olympics
These Pennsylvania athletes may just end up on the podium at this year’s Winter Olympics.
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7 places where you can explore the Whiskey Rebellion in Western PA
Pennsylvania historic sites, small towns, and distilleries trace a rebellion that was about much more than whiskey.
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Meal kit delivery and pickup in Pittsburgh: 8 local (and healthy!) options
These Pittsburgh-area meal kits are tasty, healthy, and convenient.
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Get a sneak peek of Pennsylvania’s best spring & summer festivals
Plan to fill your spring and summer weekends with these festivals in Pennsylvania.