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Wolf’s cap-and-trade proposal takes a step forward
The Department of Environmental Protection is acting on the governor's executive order, which Republicans are challenging.
6 years ago
Superstorm Sandy contractor gets three-year prison term for scamming 19 homeowners
A contractor convicted of scamming 19 New Jersey homeowners following Superstorm Sandy has been sentenced to three years in state prison, authorities announced.
6 years ago
Delaware, Pennsylvania and New Jersey have no confirmed cases to date of COVID-19, which originated in China.
6 years ago
Getting ready for Charlie’s Law on safe disposal of unused medications
Pharmacists and doctors required to assist in safe disposal and to educate patients on dangers of holding on to medicines
6 years ago
Tickets on sale for Roots Picnic 2020, feat. Meek Mill, Thundercat, Hardwork Movement
Taking over the Mann Center in Fairmount Park for the second year in a row, tickets for the Roots Picnic — Philly’s biggest hip-hop party — go on sale Friday at noon.
6 years ago
Valentines made of trash: classier than you think
An art gallery in Fishtown opens its doors on Valentine’s Day. Scavengers United is presenting “Trashed Hearts," a group show featuring valentines by local artists.
6 years ago
Philadelphia police investigating death of man in custody
Officers said they found the man lying between cars in a pharmacy parking lot and were told he had been given an overdose reversal drug.
6 years ago
N.J. considers capping monthly insulin prices at $50 for patients
Lawmakers in the state Assembly are considering a bill that would cap what insurers can charge for insulin at $50 for a monthly supply.
6 years ago
New fund helps Pa. abuse survivors pay for counseling without involving police
Pennsylvania residents who’ve experienced sexual assault can apply for a share of $5 million to pay for counseling — even if they never reported it.
6 years ago
N.J. considers allowing certain immigrants to obtain professional licenses
Supporters said the proposal to allow some immigrants in N.J. to get professional licenses would invigorate the economy.
6 years ago
City notified about potential closing of West Philly Mercy Hospital’s inpatient facility
Under a law enacted in reaction to Hahnemann University Hospital’s abrupt closure last summer, a hospital is required to give 180 days’ notice to the city.
6 years ago
Cleared of murder, Camden men walk free after 25 years in prison
Kevin Baker and Sean Washington, now 48, were released after attorneys uncovered evidence pointing to their innocence.
6 years ago
South Jersey man gets prison time for lying to feds about hate group membership
A South Jersey man pleaded guilty to lying to federal officials about being a member of a white supremacist group while seeking a security clearance.
6 years ago
Mummers say they’re working weekly to keep blackface out of parade
String Band Division leaders say they will be keeping a watchful eye on everyone next year, to prevent another appearance of blackface.
6 years ago
Lighting up the dead: Historic Laurel Hill takes on a new glow
The 184 year-old Laurel Hill Cemetery in Philadelphia is the first to install permanent architectural lighting for its grand mausoleums.
6 years ago
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