A shuttered bowling alley is the future home of Bicycling magazine and Runner’s World. Fortunately for this Lehigh Valley city, goals for the space go far beyond just producing the publications: the 20,000-square-foot HQ will boast multi-media studios, space for live events, and a storefront lab where the public can scope out the latest gear.
Two new projects in the city's urban core are the latest signs of rebirth, building on major investments from Penn State and UPMC.
A seventh-generation farm and orchard is diversifying, fermenting artisan ciders, fruit wines, and more. Ploughman Farm Cider is a powerful addition to Pennsylvania's thriving craft beverage industry.
When Amtrak announced its plans to shelve the train station's beloved departures board, the public revolted. Now a homegrown company is hoping to build something that will please everyone, from tech-minded executives to nostalgic Philadelphians.
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.
This mother of all makerspaces just keeps growing, and now they're set to expand again, moving into a massive space in the city's Kensington neighborhood. The membership organization provides tools, guidance and inspiration to a thriving community of crafters and hardware entrepreneurs.
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.
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.
The founder of Whole Wide World Toys spent years traveling the globe with her family before settling in Hershey and launching this innovative company. Their beautiful playsets prepare kids for a changing world, encouraging cultural literacy — priming them to study abroad, pursue cross-cultural job opportunities and seek out diverse communities.
Coffee shops have come to serve a central role in small towns and resurgent neighborhoods, providing a gathering place for the community. Here we profile four of our favorite cafes from across the state, and talk with the owners about how their missions go beyond the perfect brew.