tag | holiday season

December 9, 2021 | 3:17 PM

Holiday drink ideas to usher in the season

There’s nothing like a frosty beverage to get a party started. Cocktails and even “mocktails” can reflect the season and elevate any gathering.

By Merideth Bucher

November 10, 2021 | 1:42 PM

COVID-19 cases likely to remain high in Pa as holiday season approaches

COVID-19 cases are as high as they have ever been in Pennsylvania. The one exception is the coronavirus surge during the holidays last year. The state’s daily COVID-19 case numbers have plateaued in recent weeks, averaging between 3,000 to 5,000 a day.

By Julia Agos

November 17, 2020 | 10:49 AM

Retail sales barely budge ahead of holiday season

Retail sales inched up just 0.3% from September, according to the Commerce Department.

By Alina Selyukh/NPR

November 29, 2019 | 5:32 AM

Doorbusters busted: Shoppers rethink Black Friday

"Historically, it's been THE major event and now it's just a part of the overall season."

By Alina Selyukh/NPR

November 29, 2019 | 5:19 AM

Black Friday: Shorter shopping season means a more intense scramble

With six fewer days than last year, it will be the shortest season since 2013.

By Anne D'Innocenzio/The Associated Press

December 21, 2018 | 9:09 AM

Homeless for the holidays: Some colleges keep needy students on campus

By Avi Wolfman-Arent/Keystone Crossroads

December 3, 2017 | 8:32 AM

State issues reminders about holiday fire safety

By Radio Pennsylvania