Author: Kalena Thomhave
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What to know about Pennsylvania’s pay-what-you-can cafés and restaurants
Pennsylvania’s pay-what-you-can restaurants serve meals to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay.
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10 moments that shaped labor history in Pennsylvania (for better or worse)
Workers built Pennsylvania—and they’ve also been building labor power since the first crews laid railroad tracks and miners descended beneath the earth. From garment workers in Philadelphia and coal miners in the northeast to steel workers in the west and…
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Ever wonder why Scranton is called the Electric City?
The “Electric City” moniker is thanks to an electrical innovation Scranton was among the first to adopt.
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How Allentown native Amanda Seyfried has spoken out about ICE
Actress Amanda Seyfried, who is originally from Allentown, has posted criticism of ICE online—and also pursues humanitarian work offline.
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Your guide to protesting in Pennsylvania
Here’s what to know about keeping yourself safe while making your voice heard by protesting in Pennsylvania.
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Spring events in Pennsylvania that are worth traveling to
Celebrate spring in Pennsylvania with festivals, wildflowers, sports, and one-of-a-kind local events.
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2026 Pennsylvania wildflower season: What to know & where to go
Welcome spring by visiting the parks and reserves where you can admire wildflowers in Pennsylvania.
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Get to know Pennsylvania’s viral animal stars
These Pennsylvania animals have fans far beyond the state’s borders.
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What is a mud sale? Inside the Lancaster area’s Pennsylvania Dutch tradition
Mud sales are a peek inside Pennsylvania Dutch culture—and a great way to score goods like Amish-made furniture, quilts, and farm and garden supplies.
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10 PA sites & tours that bring Women’s history to life for kids
This Women’s History Month, explore the stories of famous and everyday women who shaped Pennsylvania.