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Gone since 2019, the Barrymore Awards return to honor Philadelphia-area theater
The awards honoring Philadelphia regional theater have returned after a pandemic shutdown. Delaware Theatre Company is the big winner.
2 years ago
Philadelphia City Council reviews 911 system deficiencies
City Council members hosted a hearing to talk about problems in Philly's 911 system including a 50-plus dispatcher deficit and not enough police to handle calls.
2 years ago
Philly Waterdogs announced as the city’s new Premier Lacrosse League team
The Philly Waterdogs will represent the City of Brotherly Love in the Premier Lacrosse League next season. The team’s schedule will be announced Jan. 1.
2 years ago
Listen 1:18Barring ‘thin blue line’ flag on Springfield Township property is unconstitutional, U.S. court rules
Prohibiting the use of the thin blue line flag restricts the free speech of public employees under the First Amendment, U.S. District Judge Karen Marston decided.
2 years ago
Democrats continue advancing gun control as advocates call for Pa. Senate to take up bills
Gun control legislation has been advanced by the Democratic-controlled Pennsylvania House but not considered by the GOP-led Senate.
2 years ago
Central Bucks School Board to consider resignation of superintendent
If approved, Abram Lucabaugh could receive a proposed six-figure severance package.
2 years ago
Proposal would keep Pennsylvania students enrolled amid district residency disputes
The proposal would prohibit school districts from withdrawing a student from school until a parent has exhausted all options to prove their residency.
2 years ago
Empowering minds, nourishing souls: Delaware’s Melissa Tracy is among Global Teacher Prize finalists
Wilmington teacher Melissa Tracy earns international recognition as the only American finalist in the Global Teacher Prize.
2 years ago
Listen 1:05A levee could be built in flood-prone Eastwick. Delaware County has concerns
The city of Philadelphia will not move forward with the project unless negative impacts on Delaware County are addressed, an official said.
2 years ago
Listen 1:03Philly’s Veterans Village seeks to curb veteran homelessness by being ‘a template’
Veteran homelessness has decreased in recent years, but needs remain. This independent living center wants to be the model of what could be.
2 years ago
Listen 2:14N.J. apprenticeship programs are creating new opportunities for job seekers and businesses
Many N.J. residents are expanding job opportunities through participation in apprenticeship programs.
2 years ago
Listen 1:04SEPTA’s historic Route 15 trolleys ‘very close’ to returning
The green and cream trolleys were supposed to hit the tracks back in September, but a set date for their return is “within a month or two.”
2 years ago
Listen 1:10Escaped murderer charged with burglary and theft while on the run for 2 weeks
Cavalcante was charged Monday with felony counts of burglary, criminal trespass, theft, and possession of a firearm as well as a number of misdemeanor charges.
2 years ago
The 2024 Republican presidential field is rapidly shrinking. But is it too late to stop Trump?
A day after Tim Scott stunned many of his own staff by suspending his campaign, the fight between Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis appears to be intensifying.
2 years ago
Jury deliberates fate of suspected serial killer accused in six deaths in Delaware and Philadelphia
Defense attorneys presented no evidence of their own and did not call any witnesses.
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