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Skyscrapers in the sea: Massive wind turbines planned off Delaware coast
The latest plans to harness the power of the wind feature massive sea skyscrapers installed east of the state’s beaches in the Skipjack Wind Farm.
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As Mother Bethel burial ground gets historical marker, community reflects on those forgotten
The site, which lies beneath Weccacoe Playground in South Philadelphia, is considered one of the first independent cemeteries for free African Americans.
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Las Vegas massacre anniversary sparks debate on gun control
Advocates say they're frustrated that more hasn't been done since 58 people died at a concert on the Las Vegas Strip, and that mass shootings keep happening nationwide.
7 years ago
The new Fashion District store may fit into Forever 21’s post-bankruptcy plan
Four stores in the region will close. One thing the retailer might have considered: the condition of some of its locations.
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Fearing a sale, nurses at Temple University Hospital want to protect their jobs
The workers’ top priority is adding successorship language to a contract. That would require any new owner to honor the union accord already in place.
7 years ago
Murphy calls for an expansion of N.J. film and TV tax credit
N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy thinks more tax incentives will mean more movies made in the Garden State.
7 years ago
‘Our voice still matters’: Philly looks to register people on probation and parole to vote
In Pa., people with felony convictions can vote following the completion of their sentence, even if they’re on probation or parole. But many don’t know it.
7 years ago
The psychology behind why clowns creep us out
Hollywood has long exploited our deep ambivalence about clowns, and this fall’s film lineup is no different.
7 years ago
Philadelphia traffic deaths on the rise, despite Vision Zero promise
Two years ago, Philadelphia started a program that promised to eliminate traffic deaths by 2030. But is it working? Officials say it’s too soon to tell.
7 years ago
Shore town is first in N.J. to offer curbside ‘plastic film’ recycling
A Monmouth County coastal municipality is the first in New Jersey to offer curbside plastic film recycling.
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$150M mixed-use development planned for ex-health clinic at Broad and Lombard
The mid-century modern building, which is historically protected, is being sold to Goldenberg Group for $16.1 million, pending approval by City Council.
7 years ago
African American Chamber of Commerce of Pa., N.J. and Del. names new president
In about two weeks, entrepreneur Donovan Sterling West will take on a new role — as president of the African American Chamber of Commerce of Pa., N.J., and Del.
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Finding justice for rape victims whose cases went unresolved
Delaware is working through a backlog of untested rape kits, some decades old. Advocates say it assures victims they’ll be believed if they come forward.
7 years ago
Listen 2:07As window for claims closes, Archdiocese of Philadelphia to pay $32M to abuse victims
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia has offered over $32 million to victims of sexual abuse so far — a number that’s likely to go up.
7 years ago
Poll: N.J. residents support reducing single-use plastic bags, but are reluctant to ban them
A new poll finds that New Jersey residents support cutting down on single-use plastic bags, but they get squeamish at the idea of a complete ban.
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