General Washington And The Other Declaration of 1776
This Fourth of July, Americans rightly celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence—the document drafted in Philadelphia, then debate...
Jul 6, 2026Open source
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Pa. leaders remember Shirley Kitchen, trailblazing former state senator Former Pennsylvania state Sen. Shir...
Former Pennsylvania state Sen. Shirley Kitchen has died. She represented Philadelphia in the state legislature for decades.
Jul 6, 2026Open source
Governor Josh Shapiro: “You Can’t BS Your Way Through Sports”
Long before he became the governor of Pennsylvania, Josh Shapiro was just a kid calling into radio stations to talk through the highs and lows of being a spo...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Stella Norma Trentin-Castillo, devout Catholic
With profound sadness, but also with deep gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we announce the passing of Stella Norma Trentin-Castillo Monday, June 15, 2...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Two measles cases reported in Chester County, widening spread in Southeastern Pennsylvania
The cases identified in Chester County this week are the first confirmed in the Philadelphia region since the winter.
Jul 1, 2026Open source
Columnist J.M. Sorrell: Stars and stripes
The Declaration of Independence was adopted unanimously by the Second Continental Congress at the Pennsylvania State House in the colonial city of Philadelph...
Jul 1, 2026Open source
The hidden link between mummers and Pennsylvania’s most notorious labor rebels
Ten Irish Catholic miners, all "Molly Maguires," were hanged 149 years ago this week. The key to understanding who they really were lies in a holiday traditi...
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Half of Philadelphia’s high school graduates opt out of college. Can pre-apprenticeships help them find j...
Pennsylvania is investing more in career training programs for young people. But experts say students need more support to land good jobs without a college d...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
High school track and field: South Jefferson’s Cota achieves personal best at nationals in final race
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — South Jefferson senior Lillian Cota completed her high school career in style Sunday.
Jun 24, 2026Open source
Trace Undercoffer competes at New Balance Nationals
Philadelphia, Pa. - After an amazing freshman year, Trace Undercoffer got the privilege to finish off his season among the nation
Jun 23, 2026Open source
Trace Undercoffer competes at New Balance Nationals
Philadelphia, Pa. - After an amazing freshman year, Trace Undercoffer got the privilege to finish off his season among the nation
Jun 23, 2026Open source
Smoke shop restrictions to limit youth tobacco access proposed
HARRISBURG – Prohibition of smoke shops opening or renewing their leases next year if located within 500 feet of a daycare center, K-12 school, youth cent...
Jun 19, 2026Open source
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Philadelphia is in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania.
Region: Eastern Pennsylvania
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Montoursville’s Kirby, Montgomery’s Persing lead area in all-state baseball selections
The Sun-Gazette area was represented as the Pennsylvania Baseball Coaches Association All-State team recently was announced. Montoursville pitcher Logan Kir
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Clean up underway after weekend storms left thousands without power in Pa.
State and local officials are assessing damage across Pennsylvania after a series of severe storms left tens of thousands without power. “My administrati
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Few spots remain for women’s wingshooting program
COUDERSPORT — A limited number of openings remain for the Ruffed Grouse Society's Women's Introduction to Wingshooting Program, which will be hel...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Boil water advisory issued for Norristown, Plymouth Township: What to know
Pennsylvania American Water has issued a boil water advisory for 1,069 customer connections in parts of Norristown and Plymouth Township due to a loss of pos...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Former coach at Bucknell University charged in death of freshman football player
A former strength and conditioning coach at Bucknell University in Pennsylvania has been charged in the death of a football player who collapsed during train...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Pennsylvania Roundup: PCCD hosts session to strengthen community-led gun violence prevention efforts
The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency’s (PCCD) Office of Gun Violence Prevention recently hosted the second in a series of regional ...
Jul 7, 2026Open source
Pennsylvania boy who lost hand to alligator on Florida trip faces long road to recovery
Brodie Dituri, 11, was visiting Florida when he lost his right hand to an alligator attack while fishing. He is now facing a long road to recovery.
Jul 6, 2026Open source
Father charged with third-degree murder after 14-month-old daughter found dead in hot car in PA
Daniel Moist was charged with third-degree murder after his 14-month-old daughter was found dead in a hot car in Northampton County, Pennsylvania.
Jul 6, 2026Open source
Former Pennsylvania State Senator Shirley Kitchen dies at 79
Shirley Kitchen, the second African American woman to serve in the Pennsylvania State Senate, has died at 79 years old.
Jul 6, 2026Open source
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