I live in Philadelphia and have been to New York many a time. They have certain similarities but are definitely unique. I suppose you could say they are similar because of the uniqueness in colloquialisms in the dialects and phonetics.

The word for "accent" in French is "accent."

Yes, people from Pennsylvania may have accents, depending on the region within the state. For example, individuals from Philadelphia may have a distinct accent, known as the Philadelphia accent, which features unique pronunciation patterns and vocabulary. In contrast, people from other parts of Pennsylvania may speak with a more generalized American accent.

the Southern Accent