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Next time you go hiking in Bucks County, be sure to pack a hammer and don’t be alarmed if you hear eerie sounds coming from deep inside the woods. No, these noises are not made by humans, animals, or even the movement of trees, but rather by a group of stationary boulders that emit a […]
Nobody memorizes a grocery store’s fine print, and that’s fair. Still, Pennsylvanians who shop at Giant can get more out of each trip by knowing a few rules employees see shoppers miss. Here are the Giant details worth knowing before you check out. 1. Purchases That Earn Nothing.
One Pennsylvania burger hides mushrooms and onions inside the patty itself, then gets finished with Velveeta and a homemade hot mustard. I read that and immediately wanted to know who thought of it first. The surprises kept coming. Another spot on this list pairs smash burgers with birria tacos. A...
Pennsylvania takes its pierogies seriously, and plenty of families can name their favorite shop faster than their favorite sports team. These little dumplings stuffed with potato, cheese, sauerkraut, and a lot more show up at church sales, festivals, and kitchen tables across the state. The shops on this list make...
Once a familiar name across Pennsylvania, a family restaurant chain that operated more than 30 locations has dwindled to just two survivors. One still welcomes customers every morning at 7, serving the comfort food that generations of families remember. The chain began in 1967 and became known for hearty breakfasts,...
Craving middle-of-nowhere restaurants in Pennsylvania that are totally worth packing your bags for?. These 7 remarkable spots serve up outstanding food and experiences you’ll never stop talking about!. 1. Big Mike’s Steaks & Hoagies (Forksville) Forksville is a tiny borough tucked deep into Sullivan County, the kind of...
The crust on these Pennsylvania chicken pies calls for confectioners’ sugar. Yep, that same powdery stuff you usually find on a funnel cake. It sounds like a mix-up, but it’s the secret behind that flaky crust. Inside, chicken, potatoes, carrots, and peas come together like Sunday dinner decided...
The best Christmas towns in the Mid-Atlantic turn their main streets into holiday destinations, with tree lightings, parades, markets, house tours and a lot of twinkle. We picked seven in Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Virginia, chosen for holiday atmosphere, distinctive seasonal programming and how well they work for a day trip or weekend. Published 2026 dates are checked against official event and tourism websites.
A cook fires up your own hibachi plate to order, right inside an all-you-can-eat buffet. You pick the ingredients, hand them over, and wait for the sizzle. That alone gets my attention. Then come the crab legs. Add a sushi spread and a long run of Chinese and Japanese dishes,...
Imagine watching an entire stainless steel diner lifted onto trucks and transported across town. That is exactly what happened to a historic Pennsylvania restaurant when a highway expansion project threatened its longtime home. Rather than abandon the building, its owners moved the vintage structure approximately 12 miles to a new...
If you’ve ever stood in a regular store holding a price tag and thought, “This cannot be right,” then CommunityAid in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania, is about to become your favorite place on earth. This is a thrift store that takes the concept of bargain hunting and turns it...
Pickled snap peas. Jalapeno eggs. Sweet potato butter in a jar. All of it waits on the shelves of one quiet country store in northern Utah. The owner isn’t Amish or Mennonite. He grew up with Amish neighbors in Montana and built his shop to feel like the markets of Ohio and Pennsylvania.
Snapper soup is the dish people keep bringing up at one old colonial house in the Pennsylvania countryside. Yes, that snapper. The turtle-based classic that sounds like a dare and somehow tastes like comfort. The soup is only the start. The same kitchen turns out crab cakes, French onion soup,...
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — With the holiday season approaching, the Pennsylvania Lottery has announced its largest lineup of holiday-themed games ever, totaling $7 million in prizes. Adults 18 or older can play the games, which will also include Unwrap the Cash Second-Change Drawing, for a chance to win a share of more than $1.2 million in […]
Nearly 30 flavors of homemade pie have made a family restaurant in Pennsylvania a memorable stop for travelers craving old-fashioned comfort food. From caramel apple crumb to chocolate peanut butter and lemon meringue, the selection gives dessert lovers plenty to think about. But the pies are only part of the...
Looking for the freshest seafood restaurants in Pennsylvania that are worth dropping everything for?. These 8 seafood restaurants bring the coast to you with incredible food and amazing atmosphere!. 1. Under the Pier (Levittown) Under the Pier in Levittown is the kind of place that makes you wonder how you...
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — Veterans Day 2026 is Wednesday, Nov. 11, and businesses across the country are recognizing veterans and active-duty military members with free meals, discounts, and special offers. Here are some of the deals veterans and military members can find throughout Central Pennsylvania. Restaurants: Retail discounts: Personal care: Other Veterans Day offers: Veterans should […]
Pennsylvania has no shortage of diners, but a special group of them still runs on one simple rule: no cards, just cash. That might sound old-fashioned, yet these spots keep regulars coming back with home fries, fresh biscuits, thin pancakes, and booths that have seen decades of breakfast orders. This...
