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How a Chester County writing program became a social safety net during the pandemic
Nonprofits say thousands have been food insecure for years in Pa.’s richest county. The pandemic has transformed an after-school writing program into a food bank.
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Delco bars serve customers during Eagles game despite Pa.’s indoor dining ban
At least four taverns in the Philly suburbs had customers enjoying drinks inside on Sunday, a reporter found, in violation of Gov. Wolf’s new COVID mitigation measures.
6 years ago
DOJ probe of Catholic church abuse goes quiet 2 years later
As U.S. Attorney William McSwain's tenure likely nears its end with Biden set to take office next month, there’s no sign that any sweeping church indictment is afoot.
6 years ago
In first NFL start, Jalen Hurts helps Eagles beat Saints 24-21
Hurts ran for 106 yards and threw for 167 and one touchdown, Miles Sanders had 115 yards rushing and a pair of scores and Philadelphia beat the New Orleans Saints 24-21.
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In reversal, Trump says he’s nixing plan for early vaccine at White House
Trump made the announcement hours after his administration confirmed that senior U.S. officials, including White House aides who work in close proximity to Trump and Pence.
6 years ago
Plan to replace 110-year-old N.J. bridge submitted to Congress
The new — and higher — Portal North bridge is a key component of the broader Gateway Project, which includes modernizing rail infrastructure between Newark and Penn Station.
6 years ago
First batch of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine could reach Delaware ‘within the next few days’
Delaware could receive more than 8,700 doses of the Pfizer coronavirus vaccine and begin distribution to residents “within the next few days,” per health officials.
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3 killed in Philly triple shooting, alleged attempted carjacking
Several other people were wounded, one critically, in other shootings around the city, police said.
6 years ago
New Jersey health care worker COVID-19 vaccinations to begin Tuesday
New Jersey, like the rest of the country, has seen a resurgence of the virus, with daily caseloads climbing above their highest points in the spring.
6 years ago
COVID-19 vaccine shipments begin in historic US effort
Shipments of the Pfizer vaccine will kickstart the biggest vaccination effort in American history at a critical juncture of the pandemic that has killed 1.6 million people.
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Multiple people stabbed after pro-Trump demonstrations in D.C.
The gatherings of mostly unmasked Trump loyalists were intended as a show of force just two days before the Electoral College meets to formally elect Biden as president.
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Brandywine Valley SPCA seeks families for shelter dog holiday sleepovers
The shelter hopes that, as dogs enjoy the holidays in the comfort of foster homes, it can gain insights that will help the animals find forever families.
6 years ago
Empowering women through education that empowers girls
The lessons I learned at my all-girls high school are things every young woman should know: Be confident in who you are. Envision your dreams and try to achieve them.
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A Black bisexual suffragette’s life unearthed in exhibition at Rosenbach
Alice Dunbar-Nelson was a prolific writer, educator and activist from the Victorian era through the Harlem Renaissance. She lived her last days in Philadelphia.
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Electoral College vote a big step to move past election
The electors' ballots are sent to Congress, where they are to be read into the official record by Vice President Mike Pence during a joint session on Jan. 6.
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