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School let the dogs out: String Theory has a staff of 4-legged therapists

Every day, trained therapy dogs roam the halls of the Center City charter school, and they’re having a positive impact on student performances.

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Pennsylvania legislation aims to protect ratepayers from data center energy strain

The legislation would allow the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission to create a regulatory framework for data centers.

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Early data shows progress in math for Philadelphia students, with lots of room for overall improvement

Philly students are showing higher test scores and increased attendance, but are still lagging in reading scores.

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Chester County accidental overdose deaths dip because of public health response

There were 69 accidental overdose deaths in 2024. The county’s Department of Drug and Alcohol Services is projecting another reduction in 2025.

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Chesco250 apologizes for Facebook post highlighting Confederate President Jefferson Davis

Keon King charged with murder in death of Philadelphia woman Kada Scott

School let the dogs out: String Theory has a staff of 4-legged therapists

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