The story of Milton Snavely Hershey began in 1857 in Derry Township, PA, and while this great confectioner and philanthropist is probably best known for founding the Hershey Chocolate Company, his legacy extends far beyond making some of the world’s best milk chocolate. Born into the Mennonite commu...
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What happens when a region known for producing steel long before the Civil War loses its last steel mill? While it’s been a long road since Bethlehem Steel Corp. closed in 1995, Lehigh Valley has reinvented itself, and the region is now home to thriving downtown neighborhoods, entertainment venues,...
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The Reading movers at O'Brien's Moving and Storage have been in business for over 90 years, but we aren’t the only business in the area with a long history. The Reading Company was one of the most prosperous corporations in the United States while it existed from 1924 until 1976. It regularly transp...
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Near the center of Pennsylvania, at a pass in a mountain ridge where the Susquehanna River flows, is Harrisburg—a historical and beautiful city that serves as Pennsylvania’s capital. From its past as an English settlement in the 1700’s to its sprawling growth into a modern city that has around 572,0...
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You won’t find a better time of year to visit the Pocono Mountains than autumn. The region’s trees, plants, and shrubs all come to life and blanket the mountains in a sea of colors. Whether you are a long-time resident of the region, a newcomer, or planning a visit, you don’t want to miss out on t...
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At the center of the Lehigh Valley, just 70 short miles north of Philadelphia, lies Bethlehem—a beautiful and historic city nestled into the scenic, hilly landscape of Eastern Pennsylvania. Originally settled on Christmas Eve of 1741 by a small group of Moravians, this settlement has grown into the...
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At the confluence of the Delaware River and the Lehigh River, you’ll find a small urban suburb that takes you a step back in time—while highlighting the best in modern developments. Easton, PA may have a modest population at just 27,000 residents, but this historic city has long been a hub of cultur...
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With nicknames that include “Pretzel Capital of the World” and “Baseballtown”, it should be no surprise that Reading, PA offers a lot of unique opportunities for entertainment, history, and exploration to those who call the place home. This gem of a town in Berks County is positioned about halfway b...
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With the summer season in full swing, people throughout Pennsylvania are making plans to get outdoors and enjoy a long vacation that brings exciting adventures and new family memories. However, the vacation paradise that you’ve been dreaming of might be much closer than you thought! The Draw of Sc...
Read MoreNorthampton County was founded back in 1752, and it is hard to imagine what those first settlers would have thought about the way modern life is now when you visit this beautiful and thriving region of Pennsylvania. While the local scenery and natural wonders of the area still shine through among th...
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