Keystone Stories: Polka


Polka is more than just music. It’s heritage, culture, dancing and costumes. This rich history is celebrated every June at Polkafest, located in Johnstown. The city’s ethnic heritage makes it the perfect city to host this event, now in its 25th year.

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Volunteer Firefighters

Season 2 Episode 2 | 27 min

All across Pennsylvania, thousands of citizens are volunteering to protect our lives and property. In fact, more than 97% of all firefighters in the commonwealth are volunteers. Such service organizations even predate the U.S. Constitution.

Aired 01/09/23

 

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The Outdoor Lifestyle

Season 5 Episode 3 | 27 min

From hunting and fishing to hiking and more, the outdoor lifestyle in Pennsylvania takes many forms. 

Aired 11/03/25

 

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Old Spaces, New Places

Season 2 Episode 3 | 27 min

Adaptive reuse is the term given to the repurposing of old buildings, and many of the buildings we use today are serving a very different purpose than originally intended. But repurposing a structure is not always easy.

Aired 01/16/23

 

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