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sand at the Indian River inlet
Science

Delaware combatting coastal erosion as $25M Indian River Inlet dredging project advances

More than 130,000 cubic yards of sand have been restored as part of a $25 million effort to protect Route 1 and combat severe erosion at Indian River Inlet.

7 months ago

John Walhausen plays the organ in the church while Benjamin Boyle turns the pages on a music book
Arts & Entertainment

St. Joe’s Prep in North Philly debuts its newly repaired pipe organ with a century-old liturgical controversy

The debut concert of the newly restored pipe organ at the Church of the Gesu evokes a 1903 papal ruling for the soul of Catholicism.

7 months ago

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This combination of file photos shows Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris, left, speaking at a campaign rally Erie, Pa., on Oct. 14, 2024, and Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump speaking a campaign rally in Uniondale, N.Y., on Sept.18, 2024.
Community

Editor’s note: 2024 marked an exceptional year of storytelling at WHYY News

Donald Trump’s historic re-election, a wacky billboard dating ad and the future of suburban malls were some of the year’s most read stories.

7 months ago

A giant mushroom hangs over Kennett Square for a new year's celebration
Community

Kennett Square rings in the new year by dropping a 700-pound sparkling mushroom

This year marks the 12th iteration of the mushroom drop for the Chester County town.

7 months ago

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley
Community

Resting or playing running back Saquon Barkley is a tougher decision than it seems for Eagles

Quarterback Jalen Hurts could be a factor in coach Nick Sirianni’s decision to play or rest Barkley and the starters.

7 months ago

Voting booths
Courts & Law

Court sides with state over Pennsylvania county’s handling of voting machines after 2020 election

Fulton County officials allowed outside inspection as part of an effort to find election fraud that then-President Trump falsely claimed existed after his 2020 loss.

7 months ago

Laila Erica Drew and her mother LaVada English
Education

Mt. Airy woman goes from musical theater at C.W. Henry School to ‘Suffs’ on Broadway

Laila Erica Drew’s journey reflects what arts advocates say: school arts programs nurture discipline and teamwork — essential skills for success on stage, and in life.

7 months ago

A train is stationed at the F train platform at the Coney Island-Stillwell Avenue Station, Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024, in New York.
Courts & Law

Woman burned to death in New York subway is identified as 57-year-old from New Jersey

Sebastian Zapeta has been indicted on murder and arson charges in connection with Debrina Kawam's killing.

7 months ago

A cat is seen inside Philly's Get a Gato cat cafe, while a woman and a young child peek in from the outside
Community

One bright spot in 2024? South Philly’s Get a Gato cat cafe

Nestled on Christian Street is a cafe with Columbian-inspired goods in the front and a ticketed cat adoption lounge in the back.

7 months ago

Joseph Phillips greets former President Jimmy Carter
Politics & Policy

A WHYY reporter recalls the day Jimmy Carter visited her family at her childhood home in Lansdowne

Carter’s backyard visit to the once-red suburban Philly town created a cherished moment for a family of 11.

7 months ago

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First Day Hikes in 2024
Community

Explore more than 30 trails during New Jersey’s ‘First Day Hikes’

Last year, nearly 2,000 hikers took part, collectively traveling 5,000 miles.

7 months ago

Outside the Vans shoe store in Philadelphia
PlanPhilly
Community

North Face and Vans closing in Philly, Abercrombie coming in 2025. What’s next for retail in the city?

An outdoor clothing business and shoe retailer with Pennsylvania roots are closing their doors in a Center City neighborhood.

7 months ago

Traffic passes through the toll plaza at the George Washington Bridge in Fort Lee, New Jersey, on Friday, June 10, 2022
Politics & Policy

New Jersey commuters face higher tolls, gas tax and public transit fares in 2025

Starting New Year's Day, anyone who drives a vehicle or takes a train or bus in the Garden State will pay higher transportation costs.

7 months ago

Bob Menendez
Courts & Law

Judge denies sentencing delay for ex-Sen. Bob Menendez but puts his wife’s trial off until February

A judge rejected the former New Jersey senator's request to delay his sentencing for his conviction on bribery charges until his wife finishes her trial on similar charges.

7 months ago

A.J. Brown catches a football while jumping
Community
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A.J. Brown autographs jersey for Eagles fan who returned Tanner McKee’s milestone ball

McKee threw his first NFL touchdown to Brown during Sunday's game against the Cowboys. But in all the excitement, Brown threw the ball into the stands.

7 months ago

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