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‘Making Worlds’ with books: Inside West Philly’s newest indie lit shop
This Valentine’s Day, it’ll open as the newest addition to Philadelphia’s lately growing collection of independent bookstores.
7 years ago
Trump uses State of Union to campaign; Pelosi rips up speech
On the brink of his Senate acquittal, President Donald Trump will be unleashing “relentless optimism” during his third State of the Union address.
7 years ago
In his annual budget address, Gov. Tom Wolf talked about the need for pipeline reform.
7 years ago
SEPTA to increase train frequency on Market-Frankford Line
The increase in service on Philadelphia’s busiest transit line comes as a response to changing rider habits, SEPTA officials said.
7 years ago
Buttigieg, Sanders lead as Iowa releases partial results
The data, made public for the first time nearly 24 hours after voting concluded, reflected the results of 62% of precincts in the state.
7 years ago
N.J. infuses some counties with cash for ‘local solutions’ to the opioid crisis
Twelve counties across N.J. will receive a share of nearly $1.7 million in grant funding for programs to combat the opioid crisis.
7 years ago
Safety app lets Delaware students report bullying, dangerous situations
“If we can help one kid save a life, stop an event, it’s worth it,’’ said John Barr, the security supervisor at the Colonial School District in Delaware.
7 years ago
Listen 1:34At least half of Iowa results expected by day’s end, Dems say
The news did little to stem rising confusion and concern more than 12 hours after voting ended without the release of a single result in the Democrats' opening contest.
7 years ago
Gov. Tom Wolf’s plan to tackle college debt in this year’s budget hinges on a massive new scholarship program
7 years ago
‘Fronts for private management:’ Wolf takes aim at charter schools in state budget
The governor spent years largely ducking Pennsylvania’s charter school debate. Now he’s ruffling feathers with a new proposal on how they’re funded.
7 years ago
Family says daughter sentenced to jail still hasn’t received cancer treatment
Ashley Menser was transferred to a state prison on Monday, 12 days after being taken into custody in Lebanon County
7 years ago
The quirks of being ‘viable:’ How satellite Iowa caucus-goers in Philly made their picks
In a new effort to make the process more inclusive, Philly was home to a satellite Iowa caucus. Voters navigated “electability” and the pressure of going first.
7 years ago
Listen 1:53This mental health law passed with broad support. Why aren’t counties using it?
One county mental health administrator said the way the law was written makes it 'impossible' for counties to take advantage of it.
7 years ago
For sale: 2 of Philadelphia Housing Authority’s last towers
The new owner will be free to redevelop the buildings and surrounding land as they choose, with no restrictions barring market-rate housing.
7 years ago
A classic you’ve never heard of: Angelina Weld Grimké’s ‘Rachel’ revived at the Sedgwick Theater
In 1916, Angelina Weld Grimké’s “Rachel” was anti-racist propaganda. Now Quintessence says it’s a great American drama.
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