Are small towns the next best place for artists? Greensboro is betting on it
This Mon River Valley town is hoping affordability, natural beauty and historic charm can lure a generation of young creatives to a nascent arts collective.
142 years and counting at the Centre County Grange Fair
This beloved annual event (running August 19-27) is the largest encampment in the country and a big economic boon to the region. Families wait for years to earn one of the fair's coveted tent spots. Now, thanks to a new equestrian center, the fun lasts all year long.
Building something big at Rusty Rail Brewing Company in Mifflinburg
A labor of love by two brothers has turned a dilapidated industrial center into a modern-day brewpub, breathing new life into this Union County town.
Fredericktown, PA: Luring boaters and landlubbers alike to the banks of the Mon
Looking for a laid-back summer getaway? This Southwestern Pennsylvania town has a smorgasbord of options, from hiking to fishing to nighttime revelry.
The Great Allegheny Passage helps trail towns thrive
This 150-mile biking and walking route -- which runs between Pittsburgh and Cumberland, Maryland -- has proved to be a tremendous boost to adjacent communities, spurring tourism, development and the growth of small businesses. That means more amenities for GAP users as they explore the great outdoors.
Soak up the sun at next-gen beer gardens
Outdoor drinking venues are popping up all over Philadelphia. We've got a full report from three of the city's most spectacular beer gardens: one in the clouds, one that recalls our industrial past and one always stays on the move.
Bike, learn, grow, row or wed at Bartram's Garden in Southwest Philly
This historic site is reinventing itself for the 21st century, emphasizing both attracting new visitors -- with help from an ambitious trail project -- and connecting with the surrounding neighborhoods.
Dear Philadelphians: Stay for the party
Apocalyptic warnings about traffic and security led to a mass exodus before the Pope's visit, Philly's last big event. This time around, the Mayor is urging locals to stay. When the Democratic National Convention descends July 25-28, residents and visitors alike can enjoy a slate of enticing events.
Thrill Mill and the Thrival Festival pour energy and dollars into Steel City
From throwing parties to incubating companies, Bobby Zappala is working to build a better Pittsburgh. The organization's annual innovation and music festival is happening September 20-24.
PA's picturesque Route 6 plans for bikes (and pedestrians)
More than four million people travel this historic roadway every year, an overwhelmingly majority on four wheels. Now a serious effort is underway to make the iconic route friendly to all.