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Liquor privatization plan still alive in Pa.
Gov. Tom Corbett says the liquor privatization issue that has been a priority for him for more than a year is still the subject of negoti ...
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As train transport of oil increases, Pa. railroads, first responders quizzed on emergency plans
The number of trains carrying crude oil is on the rise in Pennsylvania. So, are first responders prepared for potential accidents? T ...
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Debating recreational pot from personal and community perspectives
A post from NewsWorks blogger Solomon Jones against the legalization of recreational marijuana sparked a response from South Jersey ...
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Museum of the American Revolution set to break ground
A new museum about the history of the American Revolution will soon break ground in Philadelphia. Philadelphia-based INTECH Constr ...
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Major folk art collection to be auctioned in Philadelphia
The African tortoise is a Princeton legend. Known as George, the 200-year-old reptile — said to have been a part of Queen Vi ...
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Stranded with 6,000 pounds of yarn, Penndel carpet maker shares the wealth
The story of “Brewster’s Millions” has been retold several times in movies. The challenge of giving away enormous amoun ...
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ListenSEPTA downplays fears of transit strike
SEPTA officials are downplaying reports of a possible transit workers strike over contract negotiations with its largest union. ...
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State Rep. Miranda seeks re-election despite felony corruption charges
Over the next week, candidates seeking public office in Pennsylvania will file nominating petitions to get their names on the ballot. ...
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Mastery Charter Schools is a win for Camden
“All is flux, nothing stays still,” said Plato, but you’d never know that in Camden. It’s still the worst school ...
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An unwise choice of pants can really put a damper on a second date
Each month, NewsWorks presents a story from the First Person Arts podcast. This time, Andrew Panebianco tells the story of ...
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ListenAs insurance deadline near in N.J., organizers mobilize to help with sign-ups
The open enrollment period to get in the health exchange marketplace in New Jersey ends March 31, and advocates are making efforts to get ...
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