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Pennsylvania residents, firefighters support legislation to ban toxic firefighting foam
Firefighting foam containing toxic PFAS chemicals has contaminated drinking water supplies across the U.S.
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Many Delaware beachgoers feel the sting of a blooming jellyfish population
Beach patrollers say they’re seeing the most jellyfish activity in recent memory. Lewes Beach had over four times as many stings in July compared to the same month last year.
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Former U.S. Rep. Gabby Giffords met with local advocates working to access more funding to continue combating gun violence in Delaware.
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Listen 0:50Delaware retail marijuana sales tallied $625,000 over 3-day kickoff weekend
The state’s marijuana commissioner said the sales figures, which included a 15% tax, exceeded expectations. State revenue was $93,750.
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Listen 0:56Man arrested for multiple sexual assaults near Center City, police say
Dynel Walker, 37, is accused of sexually assaulting at least six women over the last few weeks.
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Montgomery County is holding a back-to-school drive for families in need
Residents, businesses and organizations can donate new school supplies through August 22.
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SEPTA sets Aug. 14 deadline to ‘begin dismantling’ the transit system without new state funding
The mass transit agency said it needs 10 days to implement the cuts to 3,000 bus stops in the region due to a budget shortfall.
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Listen 1:16Residents fighting against Trenton-Mercer Airport expansion hit another roadblock
Environmental regulators denied a hearing request for a permit that would pave the way for construction at the airport.
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Listen 1:21Home health care agencies say Pennsylvania’s rapidly aging population and low reimbursement payment rates set by the state are unsustainable.
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Listen 1:15The state is expanding its public, off-road wheelchair program to five state parks, giving visitors with mobility challenges new access to trails.
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Listen 1:21The 17-year-old suspect turned himself in last Friday and is expected to be tried as an adult.
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Netanyahu hints at expanded war in Gaza but former Israeli military and spy chiefs object
Gaza's Health Ministry said the Palestinian death toll has surpassed 61,000. Health officials reported new deaths of hungry Palestinians seeking food at distribution points.
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Ozzy Osbourne died of a heart attack, report says, citing death certificate
The lead singer of heavy metal's pioneering band Black Sabbath and somewhat unexpected reality TV star died on July 22.
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A state lawmaker says the law will provide greater transparency and help legislators budget for needed infrastructure work.
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Listen 0:59Trenton’s Jersey Fresh Jam festival marks 20 years of celebrating hip-hop
The annual festival will feature graffiti, breakdancing, MCing and DJing.
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