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Municipal building
Politics & Policy

Abington Township, Borough of Rockledge voters pass referendum to fund new middle school

The school district will use a $285 million investment bond to construct the new facility.

6 months ago

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Parents and students build a library at Forest Hill family school in Camden New Jersey to discuss district cuts to fill a $91 million deficit.
Education

Camden students and parents are rallying against deep school cuts: ‘They don’t care about us’

The cuts, which include hundreds of jobs, will affect essential staff and programs, district families say.

6 months ago

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Collie Turner holding photos of her grandfather, Joseph C. Stevens,
Science

In Holmesburg, a vacant lot turned sunflower farm offers a place for Philly veterans to rebuild

At the Pennypack Sunflower Farm, Heroic Gardens uses horticultural therapy to support veterans’ mental health.

6 months ago

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A bike locked up at the Wayne train station
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Community

Looming SEPTA cuts could increase climate pollution in the Philly area

An analysis by WHYY News shows the increased traffic could raise Philly’s transportation sector carbon emissions by around 4%.

6 months ago

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Larry Krasner speaking after winning the primary election
Politics & Policy

Larry Krasner wins Philly DA primary, beating challenger who eclipsed him in campaign contributions and endorsements

Krasner’s strategy to make the campaign about President Trump and national politics appears to have been effective among Philly Democrats.

6 months ago

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Side by side photos of Richard Bryant and Erica Deuso
Politics & Policy

Erica Deuso wins Downingtown’s Democratic mayoral primary, will face Republican Richard Bryant

Erica Deuso will face Republican Richard Bryant in November’s general election. If elected, she would be Pennsylvania’s first openly transgender mayor.

6 months ago

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A display shows the status of flights at Newark Liberty International Airport
Science

FAA extends flight limits at Newark airport into June because of controller shortage and tech issues

The rule announced Tuesday will cap the number of arrivals and departures at Newark Liberty International Airport at 28 apiece per hour.

6 months ago

Congresswoman Rep. LaMonica McIver demands the release of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka after his arrest while protesting outside an ICE detention prison, Friday, May 9, 2025, in Newark, N.J,
Politics & Policy

Democratic Rep. McIver charged with assault after skirmish at ICE center, New Jersey prosecutor says

House Democratic leaders decried the criminal case, calling the charge “extreme, morally bankrupt” and lacking “any basis in law or fact.”

6 months ago

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.

6 months 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.

6 months 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.

6 months 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.

6 months 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.

6 months 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.

6 months 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.

6 months ago

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