Pennsylvania grows most York Imperial apples, but because the heirloom fruits store so well, nearly all of them end up being processed.

Regional identities shape how Pennsylvanians relate to each other, what they call areas of the state, and where they decide to put down roots.

As part of a series on Pennsylvania regions, their names, their identities, and whether it all matters, Spotlight PA needs your input. Take our survey.

Explore Mount Gretna with a local's guide to the best places to eat, hike, shop, and enjoy the arts in the rustic Pennsylvania community.

At the Pennsylvania Gourd Society Art Show and Festival, enthusiasts and professionals gather to share their work and trade know-how.

President Brian Knoebel reflects on Knoebel's history and its lasting popularity as an affordable, world-famous amusement park.

Experts say several factors contributed to pretzels becoming an essential Pennsylvania snack, from immigration to transportation infrastructure.

PA Local talked to residents of New Hope, PA, about the best restaurants, art galleries, and activities in the Delaware River town.

Driven by their palates, three Pennsylvanians are mapping the commonwealth’s culinary landscape. Their maps cover fish fries, niche hot dogs, and more.

To determine the must-see movies set in Pennsylvania, Spotlight PA consulted film experts from across the commonwealth, as well as cinephiles on staff.

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Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration estimates the annual cost of the tax break will rise by hundreds of millions of dollars in the coming years.

The U.S. Mint’s production facility in Philadelphia employs a team of sculptors and designers who translate iconic history into pocked-sized art.

The PA Dairymen’s Association has served shakes at the Farm Show since 1953, and in the years since, the drink has become nearly synonymous with the event.

Spotlight PA spoke to four incoming Pennsylvania mayors under 30 about their ambitions, their platforms, and what drew them to the position.

From a popular fast food item to an iconic children’s toy, numerous innovations have happened in Pennsylvania. Can you identify eight of them?

From religious hymns to classic covers by some of the commonwealth’s best known musicians, PA Local’s holiday playlist spans genres and decades.

Despite documented warnings and calls for action, Penn State has stood by Raymond Hohl as it pursues a prestigious National Cancer Institute designation.

Match 10 quotes to their speakers — prominent people who’ve lived in Pennsylvania. Test your knowledge with this quick game from Spotlight PA.

The Pennsylvania Legislative Correspondents' Association (PLCA) offers paid summer journalism internships to two college students or recent graduates.

Pennsylvania’s participation in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, a key climate change program, has been tied up in litigation for years.

Inquirer staffers braved the post-Eagles game crowds to test five ways — including SEPTA, a rideshare, and more — to beat the rush home from Lincoln Financial Field. Here's what won.

Get weekly scoops, expert analysis, and more from Capitol reporter Stephen Caruso. Be the first to know what’s happening in Pennsylvania state government.

The University of Pittsburgh's new Horror Studies Center is home to a global research network dedicated to the genre, which has deep Pennsylvania ties.

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Take our short quiz to help you decide how to spend your fall weekends in Pennsylvania. There are a dozen possible outcomes, sourced from our staff.

For over a century, central Pennsylvanians have gathered near the start of fall to celebrate Goose Day, a quirky holiday with ties to Europe.

Leap-the-Dips in Blair County is one of a kind, say fans of the 123-year-old wooden ride. But the attraction is grounded and a return date is unclear.

The attack temporarily took out the department’s website and email and locked staff out of court files.

Over the past year, three independent bookstores have opened in downtown Scranton, each hoping to fill the same void in the city. But instead of competition, the owners say they've found support among...

The public transit crisis “puts tens of millions of dollars in serious jeopardy for the operation of Amtrak in our regions,” Boyle said.

Carbondale Mayor Michele Bannon says her hometown is full of kind, generous people with “coal miner mentalities,” and praises its love of UFOs.

Trains played a huge role in Pennsylvania’s development, and local museums and volunteer groups statewide help to preserve that history.