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Gwynedd Mercy University in Lower Gwynedd Twp., Bucks County.
Education

Gwynedd Mercy University-led partnership seeks to address shortage of special education teachers

More than 20% of Pennsylvania students require special education services.

2 weeks ago

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the Cooper River and the Camden Invincible mural
Science

Camden is inching toward ‘swimmable’ waterways, but Trump administration cuts threaten progress

Unlike modern infrastructure, which utilizes separate piping systems, Camden’s older sewer systems send stormwater and sewage through the same underground pipes.

2 weeks ago

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''I voted'' stickers are seen in a county election office on Election Day.
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania 2025 primary election results

See full results, including races for Philadelphia district attorney as well as judicial contests on Pa.'s Commonwealth, Superior and Supreme courts.

2 weeks ago

Philadelphia City Hall
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia 2025 primary election results

See full results from Philly’s 2025 primary election, including the race between incumbent DA Larry Krasner and challenger Pat Dugan for the Democratic nomination.

2 weeks ago

A home in Buena Vista, New Jersey is damaged by fallen trees
Weather

National Weather Service confirms ‘gustnado’ in South Jersey on Friday, dusting up winds of more than 100 mph

Winds of up to 105 mph were reported with the gustnado that snapped trees outside a Franklinville home.

2 weeks ago

District Attorney Larry Krasner, left, and retired Municipal Court judge Patrick Dugan took part in a DA election forum.
Politics & Policy

With District Attorney Larry Krasner on the ballot, Primary Day security being turned over to attorney general’s office

Because District Attorney Larry Krasner is up for reelection, most complaints will be given to the state attorney general to investigate.

2 weeks ago

Ro Khanna speaking
Politics & Policy

U.S. Rep. Khanna, of California, returns home to Bucks County to blast the president and Republicans over budget cuts

The “Benefits Over Billionaires” event is part of Ro Khanna’s tour in GOP-leaning districts to criticize Donald Trump, Elon Musk and Republicans in Congress.

2 weeks ago

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Public transit supporters rallied outside SEPTA headquarters
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

SEPTA board pressed for answers over proposed cuts: ‘Are people just supposed to walk?’

Advocates rallied to support state subsidies for SEPTA and worry about public transportation for the most vulnerable riders, like students, seniors and disabled passengers.

2 weeks ago

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A damaged road is shown in Upper Makefield
Courts & Law

Bucks County climate lawsuit against big oil tossed by Pa. judge

The county hoped to make fossil fuel companies pay to help it address the impacts of climate change, such as worsening flood risk.

2 weeks ago

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Hundreds of chicks mill around a stall at First State Animal Center and SPCA
Community

Thousands of chicks were found abandoned in a USPS truck in Delaware. They’re now overwhelming an animal shelter

A Camden animal shelter is trying to care for and rehome thousands of chicks that survived being left in a postal service truck for three days.

2 weeks ago

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni looks on during the NFL football team's rookie minicamp in Philadelphia
Community

Eagles give coach Nick Sirianni multi-year contract extension following Super Bowl win

Terms of the contract announced Monday were not revealed. Sirianni had one year left on his existing contract.

2 weeks ago

the new Rutgers University president, William Tate IV, smiles
Education

Rutgers University names William Tate IV as new president

Tate, who has been the president of Louisiana State University since 2021, will take over as Rutgers' 22nd president July 1.

2 weeks ago

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Hundreds of people protest in Philadelphia against Mark Dial's charges being dropped. Signs read SAY HIS NAME! EDDIE IRRIZARRY!
Courts & Law
6abc

Trial to begin for former Philadelphia police officer Mark Dial in killing of Eddie Irizarry

In August 2023, Dial shot Irizarry multiple times through the driver's side window during a traffic stop.

2 weeks ago

Checkout at grocery store
Community

‘Nothing they can do’: Scammers leave SNAP recipients without food assistance after Congress ends reimbursement

Thieves are able to steal public assistance funds on the state-issued cards because they lack security features credit and debit cards have.

2 weeks ago

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Sally Moore fills out a mail-in ballot application at Montgomery County voter services mobile location in King of Prussia, Pa., Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024.
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia suburbs could make history this election

Joi Washington could become Media Borough’s first woman mayor. Erica Deuso could become Downingtown’s first openly transgender mayor.

2 weeks ago

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