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Four N.J. cities to pilot new reentry program for juvenile offenders
Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver signed into law a bill that would pilot service hubs in four cities to help young offenders reintegrate into their communities.
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Here’s how Philly’s major arts venues are dealing with latest COVID restrictions
Here’s how museum and performance institutions have responded to Mayor Kenney’s COVID restrictions.
5 years ago
‘Less than adequate time’: Even supporters worry about Philly’s quick indoor mask mandate
Announced with less than 24 hours’ notice, even backers see the new rules as another example of the city reacting to the virus, not getting ahead of it.
5 years ago
What renters in Pa. need to know about available relief, the new eviction ban
Pennsylvania has more than $1 billion in rental aid available to people who have fallen behind because of the pandemic.
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U.S. Attorney charges 9 in SEPTA corruption investigation
The scheme allegedly involved a string of the transit agency’s facility managers who colluded with outside vendors to fabricate fraudulent supply and repair invoices.
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In a first, N.J. details disciplinary penalties for police
Some 87 agencies in 19 counties reported at least one disciplinary action. Hundreds of law enforcement agencies reported no actions against officers.
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Philly mandates masks or vaccine proof for businesses, requires shots for new city workers
Effective midnight, businesses must require masks or confirm COVID-19 vaccine status of employees and customers. Masking will be required at non-seated outdoor events.
5 years ago
Senate passes Dems’ $3.5 trillion budget blueprint
The chamber's party-line approval of the budget resolution advances President Joe Biden’s expansive vision for reshaping federal priorities.
5 years ago
‘Mad or nah?’: Philly residents react to restaurants requiring proof of vaccination
Tamara Russell, aka P.O.C., hit the streets of Philly to see how residents are feeling about the growing list of restaurants requiring proof of vaccination to dine indoors.
5 years ago
Listen 4:37Philly’s busted roads and flooded homes are reason enough to pass Biden’s infrastructure bill
President Joe Biden’s $1 trillion national infrastructure plan could help Philadelphia correct damage caused in part by environmental racism.
5 years ago
The creators of a new Philly bike park want you to go play in traffic
A kid-sized piece of Denmark has landed in North Philadelphia. The new park is a first for Philly.
5 years ago
In-person gamblers lifting US casino market to its best year
America's casinos had their best second quarter in history, taking in $13.6 billion.
5 years ago
Climate change: How could NJ be impacted — and how should it respond?
NJ climate expert says ‘the first priority is to prevent additional warming’.
5 years ago
Southeast Pa. counties lead in solving ‘maddening’ lapse in eviction protections
Pennsylvanians who owe back-rent can now qualify for relief money, but there can be a lag — leaving them at the mercy of landlords.
5 years ago
Tioga County asks senator to stop seeking vote audit
The three Tioga County commissioners all urged state Sen. Doug Mastriano to reverse his demand that Tioga and two other counties turn over election records and equipment.
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