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Members of various Mummers clubs’ string bands play their instruments in colorful outfits
Arts & Entertainment

Mummers announce their 125th parade on New Year’s Day

America’s oldest folk parade will feature 10,000 participants on New Year’s Day.

1 day ago

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Judge's gavel on wooden table with law books. (bigstockphoto.com)
Courts & Law

Woman who worked for congressman accused of staging politically motivated attack

The 26-year-old woman, who worked for Republican Rep. Jeff Van Drew, and a friend had reported she was attacked July 23 at a nature preserve in Egg Harbor Township.

1 day ago

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy speaks to the media
Politics & Policy

Trump administration threatens to withhold $75M from Pennsylvania over immigrant truck drivers

The move by U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy on Thursday to target Pennsylvania follows similar action against California.

1 day ago

Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer delivers his first State of the State address
Politics & Policy

‘We’re not out of the woods’: Delaware passes legislation to shore up $400M budget shortfall

The bill decouples federal and Delaware state tax code. Corporate income tax makes up about 5% of the state budget.

2 days ago

A man using a leaf blower to clear a sidewalk
Community

Lower Merion is banning gas-powered leaf blowers. Here’s what to know

In 2020, lawn equipment in Montgomery County produced as much carbon dioxide as nearly 33,000 cars during the same time period, data shows.

2 days ago

Listen 1:20
Michael Kellerman, new president of the Foundation for Delaware County
Community

Delaware County nonprofits receive rescue grant money to survive impact of government shutdown, budget delays

The Foundation for Delaware County and The Community’s Foundation announced recipients for the first round of grants from the Delaware County Rapid Response Fund.

2 days ago

FILE - The U.S. Department of Education building
Education

The Education Department is dismantling. Here’s what that means

Since he took office, President Donald Trump has called for the dismantling of the Education Department, saying it has been overrun by liberal thinking.

2 days ago

The 30th AACR Philadelphia Marathon saw thousands of people pack the Benjamin Franklin Parkway on Sunday to pursue the 26.2 mile journey in front of them.
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Marathon weekend, ‘Back to the Future,’ the first-ever Philly Animation Fest and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Nov. 20–23: A unique performance that combines boxing and opera in Delaware, plus an adults-only holiday block party in South Jersey.

2 days ago

An election worker offers stickers to voters at the Moorestown Township Fire Station.
Politics & Policy

An investigation is underway into Chester County’s poll book snafu. Here’s what we know so far — and what happens next

A West Chester–based law firm will investigate how 70,000 third-party voters in Chester County were omitted from poll books on Election Day.

2 days ago

Listen 0:54
homes on a street
Politics & Policy

Delaware lawmakers sharply question New Castle County officials in sometimes-tense property tax reassessment hearing

The hearing grew tense at times as New Castle County officials corrected a few of their answers to lawmakers.

2 days ago

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Donald Trump speaks
Politics & Policy

Trump signs bill to release Jeffrey Epstein case files after fighting it for months

The files must be released within 30 days, with some redactions allowed for ongoing investigations.

2 days ago

Prevention Point Philadelphia staff members Carlos Del Valle and Amira Cason put together hot meals for the nonprofit's annual community
Community

A ‘friendsgiving’ meal in Philadelphia creates holiday magic for people struggling with homelessness and addiction

Kensington-based Prevention Point Philadelphia served more than 630 people, including those isolated from family while suffering from addiction, homelessness or both.

2 days ago

Listen 1:36
Kelvin A. Jeremia looks on
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philadelphia Housing Authority will shrink staff in 2026 to cut operating expenses

The decision is meant to reduce operating costs as the agency works to remake its entire portfolio of affordable units.

2 days ago

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a sign for The Opioid Crisis Action Network
Courts & Law

Delaware County DA accuses head of Opioid Crisis Action Network of using funds to coerce sexual favors from clients

Delaware County District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer charged Lawrence Arata with human trafficking, patronizing prostitutes, obstruction of justice and witness intimidation.

2 days ago

outside the NJTV News studio
Community

New Jersey lawmakers, advocates are exploring options to save NJ PBS after it announced that it will cease operations next summer because of budget cuts

During a legislative hearing, the head of the N.J. Chamber of Commerce said corporate support could help save public TV in the Garden State.

3 days ago

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