Selling Philadelphia to the world
A new initiative spearheaded by the Mayor's Office looks to distill what makes Philadelphia special, and then communicate that message. You can be part of the process.
Give the gift of Pennsylvania pride
Doing holiday shopping for the Pennsylvanian in your life? We've got some great ideas to help you rep the Commonwealth while supporting local businesses.
High tea and humidors for the holidays
Sick of malls and online retailers? This year, head to your local main street or commercial center to support PA businesses and turn the annual gift-buying chore into a lovely day out. If you're in the Mon Valley, Speers is a wonderful option for snacks and shopping.
A sunny forecast for AccuWeather, an iconic PA company
Founder Joel Myers has been obsessed with the weather since he was a young boy growing up in Philadelphia. He followed his passion and built an international brand that provides information to tens of thousands of corporate clients along with those who simply need to know if they should pack an umbrella.
Green Design: Getting passive aggressive
A NEPA architecture firm is designing award-winning green homes, employing a cutting-edge method that uses 80 percent less energy than conventional buildings.
Celebrating 200 years of traveling (and eating) along the National Road
There's nothing like a beautiful drive and a good meal. This year, the section of the nation's oldest federal highway that runs through southwestern Pennsylvania is celebrating its 200th birthday. Join the fun by picking up a cookbook packed with historic recipes or traveling to Uniontown on November 3 for a mouthwatering banquet.
Day in the Life: In the know in Erie
If you're looking for signs of growth and progress in Erie, it helps to have the right tour guide. Katrina Vincent is a young economic development professional with a powerhouse resume and a deep knowledge of the local business landscape. She's working hard to help companies stay in the region, create jobs, and flourish financially.
Watching for birds in Western PA
Over 800 different species of birds live in North America. Nearly half of those species can be seen right here in PA. From hawks to hummingbirds, warblers to waterfowl, you can find spot them on city streets, in suburban backyards, along trails and scenic drives, in state forests and parks, or in the beautiful Mon Valley.
A PA startup scores points for charity
Founded by a former Penn State football player, Pledge It is a sport-based crowdfunding platform that ties athletic performance to fundraising for charity. The company is growing fast and has already raised over $10 million for causes around the world.
Building York 2.0
Inspired by the 1940 York Plan, an initiative that boosted manufacturing during World War II, the York Plan 2.0 is a rethinking of the city's economy around robotics and a 240,000-square-foot innovation district.