Nestled in the heart of Pennsylvania and home to Pennsylvania State University, State College exudes a unique blend of academic energy, small-town hospitality, and scenic beauty. While it is world-famous …
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Bethlehem, Pennsylvania: Where Heritage Shines and Modern Life Flourishes
by myphillyconnection 172 viewsBethlehem, fondly celebrated as “Christmas City USA,” is more than its twinkling lights and holiday festivities—it’s a city where centuries of American history blend seamlessly with vibrant arts, industry, and …
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Pennsylvania
Scranton, Pennsylvania: Where Industrial Power, Arts, and Community Converge
by myphillyconnection 139 viewsScranton is a city that tells the story of American innovation, resilience, and community—a place where Victorian architecture, railroading heritage, modern entertainment, and local pride harmoniously blend. Perhaps best known …
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Health & Fitness
Wings, booze and heartbreak – what research says about the hidden costs of sports fandom
by myphillyconnection 97 viewsBeing from Buffalo means getting to eat some of the best wings in the world. It means scraping snow and ice off your car in frigid mornings. And it means …
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No, it wasn't a nightmare. That really just happened. The 96-win Phillies, fresh off their best regular-season campaign of their current era, once again collapsed in epic and dramatic fashion. …
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Health & Fitness
Many people with chronic pain turn to comfort eating, but there are ways to avoid it
by myphillyconnection 100 viewsMany people with chronic pain open the cupboards and refrigerator to cope, new research shows. As many as two-thirds of people living with chronic pain – pain that lasts more …
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Food & Restaurants
How a Point Breeze cheesemonger became the first American to win a world championship
by myphillyconnection 155 viewsEmilia D'Albero lives in what she calls a "heavily cheese-themed home." The walls of her Point Breeze place are lined with posters from cheese competitions, photos from visits to creameries …
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Food & Restaurants
Ever been drunk on hoagies? You’ll have a chance later this month.
by myphillyconnection 144 viewsFor one day in Fishtown, you can drink a hoagie. Sandwich maker Liberty Kitchen is hosting a pop-up on Oct. 25 with spirit maker Art in the Age, which as …
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Gettysburg, Pennsylvania: Where History Lives and Adventure Awaits
by myphillyconnection 127 viewsGettysburg, Pennsylvania, is a town deeply embedded in the fabric of American history yet bursting with vibrant modern charm. Known primarily for its pivotal role in the Civil War’s Bloodiest …
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Pennsylvania
Lancaster, Pennsylvania: A Blend of Heritage, Culture, and Community Charm
by myphillyconnection 136 viewsLancaster, Pennsylvania, nestled in the heart of Lancaster County, is a city where history meets vibrant modern life. Known for its rich colonial roots, elegant architecture, famous Amish community, and …