A buzz in the valley
The towns along the Monongahela River in southwestern PA have banded together to support local economic development, increase tourism, and improve quality-of-life. Their work is paying off.
The Elect Few: Marita Garrett of Wilkinsburg, PA
Welcome to Keystone Edge's new series where we chat with Pennsylvania's mayors. Whether they're innovating in big cities or building community in small towns, these engaged public servants have a lot to say about moving the state forward. First up is the mayor of an up-and-coming borough outside of Pittsburgh.
Creativity blooms in downtown Altoona
Now in its second year, the Cre814 Festival aims to spotlight this PA city's increasingly vibrant urban core by bringing together small businesses, local makers, live music, and artisanal eats.
A PA town produces 68 percent of the country's mushrooms
Kennett Square is the "Mushroom Capital of the World," and they celebrate that status every year with an action-packed fungi festival. This September, head to Chester County for one of the state's best parties.
A small-town movie theatre comes back to life
The one-screen Victoria Theatre in the PA Wilds first opened for business in 1920, and now a local couple has returned the storefront movie house to its status as a community hub for Blossburg.
Allegheny Outfitters expands in downtown Warren
The veteran-owned, independent outfitter is putting all of its services — kayak/canoe rental, outdoor gear, trip-planning — under one roof. A local brewery will soon join them. It's a big moment for the company and also for this PA Wilds town, a gem for nature lovers.
Whiskey Rebellion: A Pottstown distillery carves its own path
Manatawny Still Works has made a name for itself with its distinctive whiskey. Now a wave of awards and a South Philly satellite location prove that the distillery is a major player in PA's craft beverage boom.
A major downtown development project rises in Camp Hill
More commercial density is on the way for this charming town outside of Harrisburg. Neighbors & Smith is a boon for residents and the thriving small-business community, which has long been working towards more density and walkability.
Rooster Street Butcher expands in Lititz
A Lancaster County stand-out, this artisan butcher/eatery is prepping a third location and rethinking its headquarters. That's great news for anyone seeking out a local, sustainable, scrumptious meal.
A floating field trip on the Mon River
This year, hundreds of students from the area will climb aboard Explorer, an amazing interactive classroom that also happens to be a boat. In addition to conducting experiments and observing wildlife, the kids will learn about the history of the Mon and how to be better stewards of the river.