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Urban Planning

Giant Heirloom Market took a gamble on Philly’s Market East. Here’s why it failed

The grocery store with Pennsylvania roots is leaving after only three years.

7 months ago

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Bob Casey
Politics & Policy

Democrats in Pennsylvania had a horrible 2024 election. They say it’s still a swing state

The same debate that Democrats are having nationally over Harris’ decisive loss is playing out in Pennsylvania, with no agreement on what caused them to be so wrong.

7 months ago

Two workers in a factory are sorting massive amount of avocados
Politics & Policy

Trump’s tariffs may be targeted at others — but they could impact you too

President-elect Donald Trump threatened to slap hefty tariffs on China, Canada and Mexico. Those tariffs would hurt America too — if they are carried out.

7 months ago

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Politics & Policy

Trump turns to critic of COVID mandates to run NIH

Early in the pandemic, Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a Stanford health researcher, argued against lockdowns and focusing on people at highest risk.

7 months ago

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Courts & Law

‘Blood is on your hands’: Feds say incarcerated man extorted $3.5M from Delaware woman

The indictment said the woman’s money was used to buy property and luxury cars, including a Bentley and Maserati, and to run a car rental business.

7 months ago

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Science

What’s the best way to dispose of leftovers this Thanksgiving?

Between Thanksgiving and New Year's, there is about a 25% increase in food waste, according to the nonprofit organization the Ecology Center.

7 months ago

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Trenton Mayor Reed Gusciora
Urban Planning

Trenton receives a $4M grant to redevelop and reopen old downtown hotel

Trenton gets a $4 million grant to buy the former Trenton Marriott building. The plan is to redevelop the property and open a new hotel.

7 months ago

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Community

Here is what to do to keep families safe from accidental shootings

Experts at Penn Medicine say firearm injuries and deaths occur due to improper gun storage in homes with children.

7 months ago

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PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘The disrepair is astonishing’: PHA must clear out Brith Sholom to complete renovations

The West Philadelphia apartment building will be gutted and rehabbed. Residents were notified Tuesday that they will need to relocate.

7 months ago

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PlanPhilly
Science

Fixed is the new ‘new’: Advocates say to consider greener tech purchases this holiday season

Items like TVs, game consoles and phones create toxic e-waste and emissions. Environmental advocates say repaired items are a better deal.

7 months ago

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Food Bank of Delaware mobile food pantry
Community

‘Huge demand’: Delaware food pantries see long lines for free Thanksgiving dinners

The Food Bank of Delaware has been serving thousands of Delawareans across the state ahead of Thanksgiving Day.

7 months ago

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Community

Handling holiday stress: How to navigate grief, loss and conflict

As the holiday season approaches, Dr. Argie Allen Wilson advises people to prioritize mental health and set boundaries to maintain peace during family gatherings.

7 months ago

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Community
6abc

Ocean City residents express concerns over proposed hotel at Wonderland Pier property

The entire plan is estimated to cost between $135 and $155 million.

7 months ago

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Politics & Policy

Trump has promised lower taxes. These are 3 ways it could impact you

From "no tax on tips" to Social Security, Donald Trump has made a range of promises about the taxes Americans will pay. We take a look at three changes we could see.

7 months ago

The Port of Wilmington in Delaware.
Courts & Law

Pa. district judge delivers another setback to Delaware on Edgemoor port expansion project

This is the latest stumbling block for the new Edgemoor terminal at the Port of Wilmington. Delaware argued it should be allowed to intervene in the lawsuit.

7 months ago

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