They design and build all types of wooden roller coasters, but Great Coaster International specializes in rides they call “twisters.” They give the rider the acrobatic thrills of a modern coaster, while keeping the nostalgic look of the classic version intact. Their first project was the Wildcat in Hersheypark in 1996. They followed up there in 2000 with the Lightning […]

In the roaring twenties, soon after The Great Depression, several great shirt makers, mostly first generation immigrants, banded together to move out of New York City and away from its urban problems, high costs, and rackets.  They decided upon a rural area about four hours outside of New York City in Pennsylvania. Among them was […]

Acutec Precision Aerospace, an aerospace and power generation manufacturing firm, is based in Meadville, PA. They are a data-driven, vertically integrated, machining and subassembly supplier partner. Specialties include mill, turn, grind, EDM low to complex mechanical and hydraulic components and assemblies. Watch PCN Tours and more PA History & Culture on cable and the PCN Select Streaming […]

GK Elite makes apparel that has been worn by international Olympians and world champions since the 1980s.  Raw materials here are cut, sewn, and assembled into leotards, swimsuits, and other outfits for a wide range of athletic pursuits.  The company has expanded their mission to include making clothes for cheerleading teams as well. Watch PCN […]