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Swarthmore College alumni killed in upstate New York plane crash
Six people died in the crash Saturday, including the 2022 NCAA Woman of the Year. A preliminary report will be ready within 30 days.
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Suspect in arson at Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s residence planned to beat him, documents say
After he was taken into custody, Cody Balmer told police that he would have beaten Shapiro with a small sledgehammer if he had found him.
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What to know about Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and the alleged arson at his official residence
A security assessment is underway and fundraising is in the works to help cover the cost of the damage. Shapiro says President Donald Trump called him to see how he was doing.
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Gas industry group that includes PGW lobbies against federal funding for Philadelphia and state
The American Public Gas Association wants Trump to limit funds for cutting carbon emissions. Philadelphia Gas Works is its largest member.
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Listen 6:38Main Line business leaders say proposed SEPTA cuts would be ‘absolutely devastating’
The president of the Wayne Business Association says the potential elimination of the Paoli/Thorndale Regional Rail line would be catastrophic for the local economy.
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Philly PHLASH adds 2 new bus stops, helping locals and visitors ‘explore every single attraction’
The bus service stops at 17 popular sites in Philly. SEPTA Key holders, kids 4 and under, and seniors can ride for free.
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The fire broke out overnight on the first night of the Jewish holiday of Passover, which Shapiro and his family had celebrated at the governor's official residence.
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Ticketing of parked cars on Philly street sweeping routes starts again Monday
Cars parked during “no parking” hours along some street sweeping routes will be subject to fines of $31 starting Monday.
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New Jersey primary election 2025: What you need to know before you vote
New Jersey’s primary election is Tuesday, June 10. Here’s what you should know beforehand, from election deadlines to who’s on the ballot.
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Philadelphia family carries on palm-weaving tradition in the Italian Market
Victoria Ciliberti is a third-generation “palm lady” sharing her craft in the Italian Market ahead of Palm Sunday.
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Listen 1:04Trump administration says it will exclude some electronics from reciprocal tariffs
U.S. Customs and Border Protection said items like smartphones, laptops, machines used to make semiconductors and flat-panel monitors would be exempt.
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‘BOOM’: Philly Art Museum explodes with 1940s art and design
“BOOM” examines a lesser-acknowledged decade for creative innovation.
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About 50,000 low-income Philadelphians could get their city wage taxes back, but few apply
The average income-based wage tax refund for eligible Philadelphia workers is between $300 and $400, but less than 1% of residents apply for it.
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Taylor Hospital to lose home care and hospice units, union says
A spokesperson for the Pennsylvania Association of Staff Nurses and Allied Professionals says approximately 25 employees will lose their jobs.
1 year ago
Local politicians, transit workers and everyday riders expressed concern over the proposed cuts and called for more funding to cash-strapped SEPTA.
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