THE NEWS
How We Decide What News We Cover
At Real Pennsylvania News, our mission is to serve the diverse communities of the Commonwealth by delivering news that truly matters to the people living and working here. To achieve this, we’ve developed a thoughtful and transparent approach to deciding what stories we cover, rooted in listening, researching, and understanding what residents care about most.
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Listening to Communities
Every story we tell begins with the people who live it. RPN actively engages with residents across Pennsylvania to hear their voices and learn what’s happening in their neighborhoods. Whether it’s through direct interviews, reader submissions, community forums, or social media conversations, we prioritize stories that reflect the issues, events, and successes that resonate most deeply with Pennsylvanians.
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By staying in touch with local leaders, small business owners, grassroots organizations, and everyday citizens, we ensure that our reporting is grounded in the real concerns and aspirations of people on the ground.
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Researching Stories Across the Commonwealth
Pennsylvania is vast and diverse, and no single issue defines its communities. To capture this diversity, we actively research stories from every corner of the state, from urban centers like Philadelphia and Pittsburgh to the rural farmlands of Lancaster and the coal towns of northeastern Pennsylvania. We monitor local government meetings, follow emerging trends in business and education, and keep an eye on the social and cultural movements shaping communities.
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Our research goes beyond headlines. We dig into the underlying questions that people are asking—whether it’s about infrastructure, healthcare, the environment, or community events—ensuring our coverage provides meaningful insight and context.
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Focusing on What People Want to Know
Understanding what people care about guides every decision we make. We strive to answer the questions that are top of mind for our readers, whether it’s “How will this policy affect my family?” or “What’s happening in my neighborhood this weekend?” By aligning our coverage with the real concerns of Pennsylvanians, we ensure that our stories are relevant, engaging, and impactful.
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Staying Flexible and Responsive
News doesn’t follow a schedule, and neither do we. Our team is always ready to adapt to breaking news or unexpected developments that need immediate attention. By staying nimble, we can respond quickly to important events while continuing to deliver the in-depth reporting our readers expect.
