Your 2021 Made-in-PA Holiday Gift Guide
There's never been a better year to shop local. From cast iron pans to colorful textiles to soothing soaps to tasty treats, we've got something for everyone on your list.
Making the air we breathe safer, from the hospital room to the movie theater
This Lehigh Valley company continues to find new uses for its incredible air purification systems. What started in the IVF lab could soon be coming to an office or airport near you.
PA's newest maker of fine wines just happens to be kosher
Binah Winery is an upstart operation crafting premium wines from East Coast grapes out of an industrial space in Allentown. Across the country, a passionate community of kosher wine lovers has taken notice.
Pennsylvania's startup winners
As many as 75 percent of venture-backed startups fail; the failure rate of all U.S. companies after five years is over 50 percent. We take a closer look at three Commonwealth companies that have overcome the odds, making the transition from great idea to thriving company.
8 reasons 2019 will be a great year for Pennsylvania
To get you as excited as we are, check out this list of reasons to relish 2019. From statewide trends to singular events to stunning natural resources, there's something for everyone.
A new piece of public art for Allentown
At 520 Lofts on Hamilton Street, a glass-enclosed stairwell will soon feature a mural inspired by the city's history and its thriving creative community.
Straight out of Allentown, a made-in-PA film featuring made-in-PA brands
Filmmaker Zeke Zelker's innovative new project 'Billboard' tells its story via both a full-length feature — starring indie darling Heather Matarazzo and 'Dark Knight' star Eric Roberts — and a web series. One of the main characters is the Lehigh Valley setting, brought to life via a slate of iconic Pennsylvania products.
Cities are only as strong as their parks and green spaces
The inaugural PA Urban Parks & Recreation Exchange, held in Allentown, spotlighted how Pennsylvania cities large and small can improve their communities through thoughtful design and increased access to parks and playgrounds.
On the Way to... Bethlehem Musikfest
Every year, almost a million people head to the Lehigh Valley for the country's largest free music festival, staged in the shadow of Bethlehem's iconic steel stacks. At this year's event (running August 4 through 13) you can check out performances by Santana, LIVE, Toby Keith and many more. When your ears need a break, there's plenty of hoppy brews, tasty eats, local art and outdoor adventures to be had in this rich PA region.
Incubating innovation in Northeastern PA
Wayne Barz has managed Ben Franklin TechVentures for more than 15 years. Over the next few months, he'll be sharing lessons he's learned in the incubation world.