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The dome of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia's Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul. (AP File Photo)
Keystone Crossroads
Education

Archdiocese of Philadelphia to lift mask requirement in suburban schools Feb. 28

Masks will be optional for students and staff at Catholic schools in Bucks, Chesco, Delco, and Montco. Philly schools will still follow city guidance.

4 years ago

Ukrainians attend a rally in central Kyiv, Ukraine, Saturday, Feb. 12, 2022, during a protest against the potential escalation of the tension between Russia and Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Joe Biden are to hold a high-stakes telephone call on Saturday as tensions over a possibility imminent invasion of Ukraine escalated sharply and the U.S. announced plans to evacuate its embassy in the Ukrainian capital
Politics & Policy

Biden warns Putin of ‘severe costs’ of Ukraine invasion

In the hourlong call, Biden also said the United States and its allies would respond “decisively and impose swift and severe costs” if the Kremlin attacked its neighbor.

4 years ago

The COVID-19 testing center at the Blue Barn in Evesham Township, N.J., which offers rapid tests, will be open on Sunday for those who wish to test before attending Super Bowl gatherings
Health

N.J. health officials encourage COVID testing before the party on Sunday

The director of Burlington County’s health department is encouraging people to get tested for COVID before they attend a party for the big game this weekend.

4 years ago

Amy Banks has been yearning but unable to visit fiance James Murphy in prison. (Courtesy of Amy Banks)
Community

Delaware resumes in-person prison visits to ‘strengthen those connections’ interrupted three times during pandemic

The prison system again shut down face-to-face visits with loved ones on Jan. 1. as a precautionary measure during the record-setting winter surge.

4 years ago

''The Dead Girl,'' painting by artist Juan Soriano
Arts & Entertainment

20th century grief on display at the Philadelphia Museum of Art

“Elegy” traces grief across different cultures through the 20th century at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

4 years ago

File photo: Senator Scott Martin (R-Lancaster) asks a question during a Senate Majority Policy Committee at the state Capitol in 2017. (Photo: Sen. Scott Martin)
Politics & Policy

Pa. lawmaker who suffered badly broken leg exits governor’s race

In a statement Friday, Republican Sen. Scott Martin of Lancaster County said he'll need to spend more time rehabilitating his leg than he initially thought.

4 years ago

Governor Tom Wolf
Keystone Crossroads
Education

Wolf visits Upper Darby High School, calls for boost in state education funding

The Democratic governor’s proposed final budget includes a historic increase in education spending.

4 years ago

Philly Fighting COVID CEO Andrei Doroshin inside his apartment building
Courts & Law

Philly Fighting COVID CEO Doroshin banned from working in Pa.

A complaint filed by Attorney General Josh Shapiro asserts Doroshin violated consumer protection, charitable solicitation, and nonprofit laws.

4 years ago

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White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan gives an update about Ukraine during a press briefing at the White House, Friday, Feb. 11, 2022, in Washington. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
Politics & Policy

U.S. ramps up Ukraine warning, says Russia may invade in days

The White House said it doesn't know if Russian President Vladimir Putin has made a decision to invade, but it has told Americans in Ukraine to leave within the next 48 hours

4 years ago

Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden (13) during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the San Antonio Spurs, Friday, Jan. 21, 2022, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
Arts & Entertainment

76ers wait on Harden’s debut following big trade for Simmons

James Harden will not play for the Philadelphia 76ers in games Friday and Saturday night. The earliest Harden could play for the 76ers is at home Tuesday against Boston.

4 years ago

Santiago Esparza is vaccinated by a nurse
Health

In reversal, FDA puts brakes on COVID shots for kids under 5

The FDA reversed course and said it had become clear it needed to wait for data on how well that third shot works for this age group.

4 years ago

Vice President Kamala Harris speaks to Gov. Phil Murphy after an event highlighting Newark’s efforts to replace lead water pipes, Friday, Feb. 11, 2022 at the Training Recreation Education Center in Newark, N.J. (AP Photo/Stefan Jeremiah)
Politics & Policy

Harris in N.J. points to Newark as model for lead replacement

Harris' visit marks the start of what she said was a “road show” to promote the $1 trillion infrastructure legislation President Joe Biden signed into law in November.

4 years ago

Travelers walk to their gates at the Philadelphia International Airport
Community

Philadelphia airport sees surge in passengers bringing guns to TSA checkpoints

It’s never OK to bring a gun on a plane in your carry-on. But the Philly airport saw a record number of passengers try to do so last year.

4 years ago

Rowhouses at 33rd and Huntingdon streets
Money

Philly extends freeze on residential water shutoffs, offers virtual utility fairs

PWD and PECO will host virtual seminars through February and March to help customers get started with applications for assistance.

4 years ago

The exterior of Delaware County Memorial Hospital
Health

Crozer Health in talks to sell Delco hospitals, other assets to ChristianaCare

Negotiations between the two entities will continue until a “definitive agreement” is reached. A deal could close in the second half of this year.

4 years ago

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