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Democrat Mikie Sherrill to be sworn in as New Jersey’s 57th governor
Sherrill swept to victory over her Donald Trump-endorsed GOP rival in part by pinning blame for high costs on the president’s tariffs. Sherrill will be sworn in Tuesday.
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New Pennsylvania loan program seeks to expand affordable rentals for at-risk populations
The $35 million initiative comes courtesy of the American Rescue Plan. The funding will be distributed by the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency.
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These Newark, Delaware 4th graders are lobbying for wetland protections
The EPA last year proposed changes to the definition of “waters of the United States,” leaving some Delaware wetlands vulnerable to development.
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Listen 3:26As winter drags on, Philadelphia advocates are pushing to dispel myths about suicide risk
Research shows that rates of suicide are actually higher during the warmer months of the year, not during the winter holidays, a common misconception.
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Garden State residents spend more than 30% of their income on housing. The newly elected governor wants to make the state more affordable.
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Germantown residents are mobilizing against displacement: ‘People power is real’
With a nod to King's vision for America, grassroots organizers aim to empower residents to "fight for their neighborhoods" amid mounting affordability pressures.
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‘Love thy neighbor’: Invoking King, Philly protesters decry ICE raids and custody deaths
"If King were alive today," said Rev. Gregory Holston, "he'd be right out here with us."
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In Fairmount Park, volunteers spend MLK Day tackling invasive species
Organizers hope the day of service encourages people to volunteer year-round.
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‘Strawberries to collard greens’: The Original American Foundation grows free food in Kingsessing
Founders of the Original American Foundation say their goals are to lower food costs for neighbors and prevent gentrification.
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Camden balances surveillance and public safety while leaning heavily on drone technology
As Camden County Police expand drone programs, surveillance in New Jersey is becoming more common.
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William Way Center exhibits LGBTQ memorial portraits by Arleen Olshan
A co-founder of the William Way Center, Olshan coordinated its first art exhibition 50 years ago. She now portrays people she has lost.
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Center City District Restaurant Week returns to Philadelphia
More than 120 restaurants across Philadelphia’s downtown area will offer discounted, prix-fixe menus during the annual winter dining promotion.
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Temple researchers hope to remove PFAS, microplastics with sustainable treatment method
Water providers are removing toxic PFAS chemicals from drinking water, but current methods are energy intensive. Temple researchers are looking at alternative technologies.
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Delco Gives to return for year 3. It is Delaware County’s largest day of philanthropy
Delco Gives has raised approximately $4 million for local nonprofits and causes since the philanthropic initiative launched in 2024.
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Sisters team up to explore the lives of Black women in Revolution-era New Jersey
Artists Anika Grant and Nandi Jordan are producing “Ceremony for Revolutionary Seeds” this fall at historic sites in Camden, Fort Lee and Trenton.
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