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Philadelphia takes steps toward renewable energy goals with a solar farm in Adams County.
2 years ago
Listen 1:05People with opioid addiction are leaving hospitals against medical advice as often as one in six times, a significant rise over previous years.
2 years ago
How minstrel tune became the signature song of the Mummers Parade
Once an international star, the Black composer of “Oh Dem Golden Slippers” died penniless in Philadelphia.
2 years ago
Abortion debate creates ‘new era’ for state supreme court races in 2024, with big spending expected
Crucial battles over abortion, gerrymandering, and other issues will take center stage in next year’s elections for state supreme court seats — 80 of them in 33 states.
2 years ago
Casino smoking and boosting in-person gambling are among challenges for Atlantic City in 2024
The most burning issue for Atlantic City in the new year is likely to be whether state lawmakers approve a measure to ban smoking in the nine casinos.
2 years ago
Trump is blocked from the GOP primary ballot in two states. Can he still run for president?
Colorado and Maine have barred Trump from appearing on the ballot.
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Ridley Park approves 17% property tax increase at special council meeting
Council leaders said this decision comes after Prospect Medical Holdings is late on paying taxes totaling $487,000.
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Former GOP Pa. lt. gov. candidate accused of punching teenager at Bucks County home
Clarice Schillinger is also charged with harassment and providing alcohol to minors.
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Judge rejects Sen. Bob Menendez’s request to delay his May bribery trial for two months
Prosecutors say they had warned defense lawyers when the trial date was set that the evidence they would turn over would be voluminous and that nothing has changed since then.
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The Delaware Children’s Museum is gearing up to host 1,500 guests at its annual "Confetti Countdown" celebration, featuring a live band and three rounds of confetti cannons.
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Delaware officials are making efforts to address youth homelessness. But for many experiencing housing insecurity, the efforts fall short.
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Listen 4:11How is New Jersey’s poorest county tackling homelessness?
The mostly rural county in South Jersey has only one shelter, but officials and advocates are working together to address the issue.
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Listen 5:16A new program in New Jersey will help those with disabilities enjoy more outdoor recreation areas and services.
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Listen 1:17Maine bars Trump from ballot as U.S. Supreme Court weighs state authority to block former president
The decision by Secretary of State Shenna Bellows follows a ruling earlier this month by the Colorado Supreme Court that booted Trump from the ballot there.
2 years ago
As pandemic unfolded, deaths of older adults in Pennsylvania rose steeply in abuse or neglect cases
The state saw a large increase in those deaths between 2017 and 2022.
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