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A Mercer County, New Jersey ‘pop-up’ newsroom is planned for May 13
Residents can share story ideas, ask questions and meet WHYY reporters and editors at the “pop-up” in Pennington.
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George and Ira Gershwin’s “Let ‘Em Eat Cake” flopped on Broadway in 1933. Opera Philadelphia will revive it for the midterm election season.
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Straight ‘F’s: Philadelphia region’s air quality ranking worsens in annual lung health report
The American Lung Association says the Philly area is among the worst in the country for levels of a pollutant that can cause lung and heart issues.
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Philly’s Liberty Museum shows what the World Cup and the First Amendment have in common
“In the Arena” demonstrates how sports exemplify the U.S. Constitution’s Freedom of Assembly.
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Listen 1:41The judge paused his own order, writing that while the university is unlikely to win its appeal, the delay will not harm a federal investigation.
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Philadelphia looks to employ thousands of youth this summer with city-led program
The #ItsASummerThing campaign looks to give youth jobs and keep the city safer by keeping them employed and out of trouble either with a job or recreational activity.
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The self-described bureaucrat and law student from Lawrenceville won 31 consecutive “Jeopardy!” games.
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Listen 1:16It took 10 years for the children's museum to raise the money to replace its 19th-century marble floors.
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Listen 1:49New apartments are planned for Germantown parcel with history of illegal dumping
The project from Liberty Bell Management calls for a mix of townhomes and duplexes. Construction could start sometime in 2027.
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Pa. wants homeowners to ditch their lawns for meadows — starting with free native plant kits
Unlike lawns, which have short roots, meadows soak up water and prevent stormwater pollution.
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Listen 1:12Federal and state leaders expressed their gratitude for the Secret Service and first responders while condemning political violence.
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Listen 1:00Police said the suspect ran past security barricades as Secret Service agents raced toward him. One officer was shot in a bullet-resistant vest.
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Delaware proposal would direct courts to send text reminders to defendants about hearings
Automatic text messages could reduce missed court appearances and the need for judges to issue bench warrants.
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Listen 1:00Chester County wants to encourage more trips to the farmer’s market — one stamp at a time
Upon visiting a participating farmer’s market on the Chester County Farmer’s Market Trail map, participating shoppers will receive a stamp.
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Montgomery County Trail Challenge returns with 4 new ‘scavenger hunt’ locations
Participants can visit 18 trails and four historic sites, collecting animal symbols for prizes through Dec. 7.
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