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The scene of a fire at a Bucks County nursing home
Courts & Law

Lawsuit claims Bristol Township explosion could’ve been prevented; nursing home, PECO failed to protect people

The lawsuit filed against PECO and the company operating the Bristol Health and Rehabilitation Center says both companies failed to evacuate residents, staff and visitors.

2 hours ago

Ben Wallace (izquierda) y Julianne Murray
Courts & Law

Delaware reemplaza al candidato de Trump para fiscal de EE. UU. sin el drama legal visto en New Jersey y Virginia

El nombramiento de Julianne Murray estuvo en peligro tras el fallo de la corte federal de apelaciones de este mes. Los jueces de su estado también decidieron no retenerla.

2 hours ago

Delaware County Councilmember Richard Womack gets sworn in
Politics & Policy

Richard Womack named chair of Delaware County Council, Christine Reuther elected vice chair

Councilmember Richard Womack will serve as chair and Councilmember Christine Reuther will serve as vice chair of Delco Council.

4 hours ago

Josh Shapiro smiling as he stands on the sidelines during a football game
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro has $30 million for his reelection bid, a new state record

Pennsylvania is a key presidential battleground state, and Shapiro's strong performance in the 2022 governor's race has raised his profile within the Democratic Party.

5 hours ago

A certified medical assistant holds a syringe for a flu vaccine
Health

Here’s what to know about the unprecedented changes to child vaccine recommendations

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will now recommend that all children get vaccinated against 11 diseases, down from 18 a year ago.

7 hours ago

A rendering of the revamped Westpark Apartments in West Philadelphia
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Construction begins at Philly’s Westpark Apartments site

The Philadelphia Housing Authority project covers 1,000 units and is expected to cost upwards of $500 million to complete.

11 hours ago

Historian Sandra Momyer, the retired executive director and archivist at Historic Yellow Springs
Community

Chester Springs preserves the site of the only military hospital built during the Revolutionary War

While George Washington’s army waged war against Britain, Yellow Springs Hospital fought a deadlier enemy: contagious disease.

12 hours ago

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Trolleys and rail cars lined up next to each other at the 69th Street Transportation Center
Urban Planning

SEPTA says trolley wire replacements are done, estimates tunnel will reopen in ‘weeks’

With the trolley tunnel from West Philly to Center City closed the past two months, roughly 60,000 trolley riders have relied on the El or a shuttle.

12 hours ago

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Tents cover the grounds of Christina Park
Urban Planning

‘A place to belong’: Wilmington mayor taps local homeless organization to manage unhoused encampment on city’s east side

The Friendship House is a Wilmington community organization that helps homeless residents find stability and resources.

13 hours ago

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The scene of a fire at a Bucks County nursing home
Community
6abc

3rd victim dies after Bucks County nursing home explosion; several survivors file lawsuit

A 66-year-old woman from Levittown has become the third person to die following the explosion and fire at the Bristol Health and Rehab Center on Dec. 23.

20 hours ago

Streets Department workers pick up residents' trash
Urban Planning

Philadelphia expands twice-a-week trash collection

The effort officially expanded to include the neighborhoods of Fishtown and Kensington, among others.

23 hours ago

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Larry Krasner taking the oath of office
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia district attorney, controller and judges take oath of office for new term

Almost three dozen judges joined the district attorney and city controller in taking their oath of office in a formal ceremony.

1 day ago

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Nick Sirianni holding the trophy with confetti dropping
Community

The Birds are back in the playoffs to defend their Super Bowl championship. What you need to know

The Eagles are ready to defend their Super Bowl championship. With first-round playoff matchups set, here’s everything you need to know.

1 day ago

A child wearing a crochet turtle hat carries a pumpkin outside
Education

How nature is fostering kids’ creativity in Philadelphia

Studies suggest nature can help lower stress and boost attention. Researchers and educators say it can also help kids express creativity.

1 day ago

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an African penguin
Science

Camden’s Adventure Aquarium welcomes baby African penguin, asks public to name him

The latest baby African penguin, known only as 53, joins Oscar and Duffy as the latest additions to the aquarium’s African penguin colony.

1 day ago

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