Recently, I was prompted to ponder the background of words related to Pennsylvania. This American State is known for having been founded in 1681 by England’s William Penn as a result of his father’s receiving a large land grant (120,000 sq.
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Top 5 Pennsylvania State Parks for Summer Hiking
Are you looking for a place in Pennsylvania to do a little summer hiking? There are several Pennsylvania State Parks that I can recommend for such an endeavor.
Pennsylvania no presidential battlefield – so far
State takes a back seat as campaigns are focusing on Ohio and Florida. WASHINGTON — Pennsylvania voters have long been viewed as a political microcosm of the nation, a place for a presidential candidate to test the mood of the electorate.
AP: Pa. gas drilling brought $3.5 billion in 2011
Marcellus shale gas wells in Pennsylvania generated about $3.5 billion in gross revenues for drillers in 2011, along with about $1.2 billion in West Virginia, according to an analysis by The Associated ...
Pennsylvania cements status as No. 2 gambling market in U.S.
PHILADELPHIA — Pennsylvania has cemented its status as the nation’s second-largest gambling market behind Nevada.
Pennsylvania Farmers Speak Out Against Fracking
WSIL -- Pennsylvania farmers visit our region to warn people about the dangers of a controversial drilling process.
Prudential Bancorp, Inc. of Pennsylvania Announces Second Quarter Results
PHILADELPHIA -- Prudential Bancorp, Inc. of Pennsylvania (the "Company") , the "mid-tier" holding company for Prudential Savings Bank (the "Bank"), today reported net income ...
United Way of York County to host forum on Pennsylvania budget
York, PA - The United Way of York County will host a forum about the Pennsylvania budget at 8:30 a.
Pennsylvania Governor Corbett Proclaims Corrections Employee Week
HARRISBURG, Pa., May 4, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Governor Tom Corbett has proclaimed May 6-12 as Corrections Employee Week in Pennsylvania to recognize the important role these employees play in protecting public safety.
Pennsylvania Personal Injury Lawyer Marion Munley Inducted To International Society of Barristers
Attorney Marion Munley of Munley, Munley & Cartwright, P.C., was chosen by her legal peers for membership in the national society of plaintiff and defense trial lawyers based on her “excellence and integrity in advocacy.” (PRWeb May 04, 2012) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/PA-personal-injury-lawyer/car-and-truck-accidents/prweb9476037.htm
Southwestern Pennsylvania Real Estate Market Comes Alive in April
PITTSBURGH, May 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- All major indicators of the health of the residential real estate market in Southwestern Pennsylvania are moving in a positive direction, according to the April ...
Indoor Soccer Returning to Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
On Wednesday, May 2, 2012, central Pennsylvania sports fans learned that there would soon be one more team in the region. The Harrisburg Heat would be returning to Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, as part of the Professional Arena Soccer League
Nightingale Awards of Pennsylvania
Nightingale Awards of Pennsylvania is now accepting applications for its prestigious nursing awards. Because Nightingale's goal is to promote nursing, the categories were expanded to be more inclusive of all the different nursing roles in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania Supreme Court says no to Senavitis' bid for appeal hearing
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has denied a petition to hear the appeal of a former Kunkletown man convicted in a crash that killed a state senator.
Pennsylvania Game Commission Rebroadcasting April Meeting
Technical difficulties and public interest spur extended posting of video
Obama leads in Pennsylvania and Ohio, Romney in Florida: poll
AFP/Getty ImagesMitt Romney CAMDEN, Conn. -- A new poll of three major battleground states -- Ohio, Florida and Pennsylvania -- shows a tight race between Mitt Romney and President Obama
Pennsylvania Governor Corbett: State, Federal Investment to Enhance 27 Airports
Twenty-seven airports across Pennsylvania will improve facilities and enhance safety with a $12.6 million investment of federal and state funds, Governor Tom Corbett announced today.