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Each week, Tiny Desk Radio hosts Bobby Carter and Anamaria Sayre present three Tiny Desk concerts and share how these memorable (and sometimes viral) moments came together. You'll hear world-class musicians from the worlds of pop, jazz, classical, Americana, hip-hop, R&B and more stripping down their sound for a concert series that's unlike anything else on the internet — or the radio.
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Each week, Tiny Desk Radio hosts Bobby Carter and Anamaria Sayre present three Tiny Desk concerts and share how these memorable (and sometimes viral) moments came together. You'll hear world-class musicians from the worlds of pop, jazz, classical, Americana, hip-hop, R&B and more stripping down their sound for a concert series that's unlike anything else on the internet — or the radio.

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Firefighters work to put out scrap metal fire
Community

City of Camden suspends EMR’s junkyard license after 2-alarm fire

The May fire was the latest of over a dozen at facilities run by EMR in Camden since 2020. The suspension will be reevaluated in early July.

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Violet Grohl performs Friday night at The Lounge at World Stage
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Violet Grohl plays short but sweet set at Philly’s World Stage

The daughter of rock star Dave Grohl played a sold-out concert that was cut short because she said she wasn’t feeling well.

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Karen Christen poses for photo at ruins of American revolutionary war
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Daughters of the American Revolution honors hospital at Historic Yellow Springs — but can’t officially name any nurses

For decades, descendants of Abigail Hartman Rice have hunted for evidence of their ancestor’s patriotic contribution to enshrine her in the nonprofit.

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A woman administers a rapid COVID-19 test.
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Philly’s COVID-era resource hubs are closing as services move to new centers. Some residents are fighting to keep them

COVID-19 supplies and other public health services at four resource hubs will move to new community action centers at different city locations.

1 month ago

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Malcom Kenyatta, Pennsylvania State Representative and Democratic National Committee Vice Chair, introduces Joe Biden
Community

Joe Biden and Philadelphia trailblazers recognized for LGBTQ+ advocacy at annual Stonewall Awards ceremony

The annual Pride Month ceremony recognizes Philadelphia leaders for their LGBTQ+ advocacy.

1 month ago

Samantha Whitfield, the Mayor of Willingboro, (in orange) chats with Patricia Lindsay-Harvey (second from the left), the President of Willingboro Community Development Corporation and her family
Community

In Willingboro, New Jersey, barbecue and conversation help strengthen community ties

Central Jersey residents, leaders and community organizations gathered for a neighborhood picnic focused on connection.

1 month ago

The AMC Fashion District 8 movie theater
Arts & Entertainment

The top movies to see this summer and where to catch them in Philadelphia

Moviegoers have a lot to look forward to this summer, from Christopher Nolan’s epic version of “The Odyssey” to a live action “Moana.”

1 month ago

A ferris wheel stands in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania
Community

World’s oldest standing Ferris wheel returns to Phoenixville to rise again

Once a fixture of the Jersey shoreline that shaped Bruce Springsteen, the Phoenix Wheel now stands permanently in the Pennsylvania town where it was made.

1 month ago

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An intricately designed ceramic vase.
Arts & Entertainment

Artist Roberto Lugo debuts new America 250 ceramic at Michener Art Museum

“Permanence: We Were Here” is a four-foot-tall ceramic vessel that explores the Pennsylvania museum’s history as the former site of the Bucks County Jail.

1 month ago

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a fire burning at a scrapyard
Community

City of Camden issues cease operations order to EMR after two-alarm fire

The order comes after city, county and state elected officials called on government agencies to shut EMR’s Camden operations.

1 month ago

Xiente Busesito leaders stand in front of the Busesito mobile pre-K bus
Politics & Policy

From poverty to independence: Panel explores the roots of social mobility including guaranteed income and financial coaching

At its “Prosperity Breakfast,” Xiente leaders discussed how guaranteed income, affordable housing and coaching can help families achieve financial independence.

1 month ago

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Police in riot gear are seen through the mist at the protewt
Courts & Law

New Jersey police sergeant charged with stealing journalist’s camera bag at Delaney Hall immigration protest

Angelina Katsanis was on assignment for The Associated Press on Saturday night when she was struck in the knee by a wood beam during a clash between police and protesters.

1 month ago

Jennifer May is teaching a swimming lesson in the pool to children.
Community

After water emergencies in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, an expert shares tips for staying safe in oceans and rivers

Open water presents risks that pools don't. A New Jersey swim coach explains how to handle currents, waves and other hazards.

1 month ago

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The Delaware River near Bristol, Pennsylvania
Science

New tool shows toxic PFAS chemicals pervasive in Delaware River

The so-called “forever chemicals” were found at higher levels between Chester and Pea Patch Island.

1 month ago

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People sitting in the seats during a Trenton City Council hearing.
Politics & Policy

Trenton City Council delays vote on ICE cooperation ban after pushback on immigration detainers

The proposal has been tabled for two weeks after tensions between city council members and immigrant activists flared at Thursday’s council meeting.

1 month ago

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