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U.S. casinos push for cashless gambling payments, citing virus
Presently, a small number of casinos use such payments, which include debit or credit cards, as well as apps like Apple Pay, Google Pay, and PayPal.
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Despite encouraging numbers, the city is warning restaurants that if they fail to follow rules for outdoor dining, they could face shutdowns.
6 years ago
N.J. coronavirus recovery: Fired health commissioner files whistleblower suit
Christopher Neuwirth alleges he was canned for complaining about “a favor” from the state police superintendent on behalf of Gov. Phil Murphy’s chief of staff.
6 years ago
NWS: N.J. rip currents potentially ‘life-threatening’ to anyone who enters ocean Tuesday
A continuing onshore flow and rough surf are creating a high risk of rip currents, according to the National Weather Service.
6 years ago
Worker quits after N.J. Wawa bars him from wearing BLM mask
Andre Lynch said his manager gave him the option to wear a different mask or leave. That’s when Lynch decided to quit.
6 years ago
Red tape, lack of funding limit public’s oversight of Pa. police through body cameras
In 2017, Pennsylvania lawmakers approved a bill aimed at clearing the way for widespread use of body cameras.
6 years ago
Will fitness enthusiasts return to their gyms when they reopen?
Gyms in Pennsylvania and New Jersey could open again soon, but many workout fans say they’re going to wait and see how the first months go.
6 years ago
Philly officials want you to get tested for COVID. Those who have tried say it’s not that easy
Coronavirus testing capacity has increased, and eligibility has expanded. But getting tested through the city can still be confusing and time-consuming.
6 years ago
Two midstate school superintendents condemn racist videos filmed by students
In the video, one student is held underwater as another says “stop resisting.” When he comes up for air he says, “I can’t breathe.”
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Pa. attorney general charges Cabot Oil and Gas with environmental crimes
Company faces charges related to polluted water in Dimock
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Kenney initiates process to consider removal of Columbus statue as clash gets violent
The mayor urged a group of people who say they’re “protecting” the Columbus statue in S. Philly to “stand down.”
6 years ago
Once sick, people with autism or intellectual disabilities are dying of the coronavirus at nearly twice the rate as other Pennsylvanians.
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N.J. files lawsuit against Trenton, utility over water
The suit said Trenton Water Works earlier agreed to replace thousands of lead service lines and cover a finished water reservoir, but had missed critical deadlines.
6 years ago
Addressing the Philly uprising requires political courage. The mayor doesn’t have it.
Mayor Jim Kenney is pushing for incremental and inadequate police reforms, rather than a radically new vision for public safety and racial justice, writes Kris Henderson.
6 years ago
Camden residents: City not a model for defunding police
A coalition of Camden residents is pushing back against the narrative that the city is a model for reimagining police departments in the U.S.
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