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Supporters of arming teachers in classrooms claim victory in board election
The school board election in Tamaqua was framed as a referendum on its controversial gun policy, which would be a first in the state.
7 years ago
Mayor Jim Kenney Part II: What’s next for Philly under his watch?
Gun violence, poverty, police turmoil — and maybe a recession. Philly’s next four years hold plenty of challenges.
7 years ago
2019 New Jersey general election results
The polls have closed in New Jersey. Check here for live updates on election results.
7 years ago
2019 Pennsylvania general election results
The polls have closed in Pennsylvania. Check here for live updates on election results.
7 years ago
Twitchy touchscreens, tiny font, button confusion: Did Philly’s new voting machines pass their test?
From twitchy touchscreens to tiny fonts, the city’s new devices ran into some issues, but most voters found them easy to use.
7 years ago
215-foot-long cruise ship sinks off Del. coast, the latest addition to underwater reef
The American Glory is the latest addition to the reef off the Delaware coast. The vessel will soon become a destination for fish (and fishing enthusiasts).
7 years ago
Work begins to shore up vulnerable N.J. lighthouse
Cumberland County’s East Point Lighthouse – the second oldest in the state – is in danger of suffering irreparable damage due to years of shoreline erosion.
7 years ago
NWS: Straight-line winds, not a tornado, ripped through Shore town
The National Weather Service confirmed Monday that the damage in Monmouth County's Wall Township was due to straight-line winds.
7 years ago
United failed to accurately calculate peoples’ total out-of-pocket costs, delayed payment and delayed responses to complaints, said Insurance Commissioner Jessica Altman.
7 years ago
Election Day 2019: Some issues with Philly’s new voting machines; will Delco flip?
From Pennsylvania’s controversial new voting machines to all 80 seats open in New Jersey’s General Assembly — here’s what you need to know for today.
7 years ago
New funding to study microplastic pollution effect on Delaware Bay blue crabs
Blue crabs are a key species in aquatic life in the Delaware Bay. University of Delaware researchers will study how they’re affected by microplastics.
7 years ago
State Supreme Court confirms, Marsy’s Law votes won’t be certified
Voters can cast ballots on the proposed amendment, but the state won’t do an official count until courts decide whether the victims’ rights proposal is constitutional.
7 years ago
Anger, confusion reign at North Philly school plagued by asbestos
District officials thought they had a plan to deal with exposed asbestos at a North Philly school — until parents rose up against it.
7 years ago
New Philly-based commission wants to learn from mishandling of Larry Nassar cases
A new commission of experts lead by Philly-based CHILD USA seeks to prevent future child sexual abuse in sports by holding institutions accountable.
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