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Camden rolls out new on-demand public transport shuttle vans citywide
In a city where nearly half of renters don’t own personal vehicles, Camden leaders are hoping to close the social equity gap in transportation.
2 years ago
Valley Forge to host the YMCA National Championship in 2024
Three Montgomery County YMCA gyms will run the event together. They expect about 1,700 athletes plus their families to attend.
2 years ago
Philly musician Yeho Bostick to be remembered at Ardmore Music Hall
Bostick succumbed to cancer two weeks ago. His charisma and musicianship touched a wide swath of Philly’s music scene.
2 years ago
No more plastic utensils at the King of Prussia Mall: Upper Merion bans single-use plastic
Lower Merion and Upper Moreland also banned plastic bags this summer.
2 years ago
New scorecard gives a ‘C’ to N.J. lawmakers on racial equity issues
Lawmakers were judged on their voting records and bill sponsorship across several pillars, including economic issues, housing, criminal justice, and more.
2 years ago
Listen 0:54Philadelphia leaders announced plans to build on 988 services and expand behavioral health crisis options throughout the city in the coming years.
2 years ago
Now hiring: Hundreds of job seekers flood School District of Philadelphia job fair
The district is hoping to fill 1,000 vacancies before the start of the new school year.
2 years ago
Environmental org creates tool to help municipalities regulate warehouse development
A model ordinance released by PennFuture aims to limit impacts like truck traffic and increased stormwater runoff.
2 years ago
Two Towamencin residents will sue township over pending sewer sale
In May, Towamencin residents passed a law, the Home Rule Charter, that forbids the privatization of their sewer system. But township officials intend to proceed with a sale.
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Pa. AG sues over ‘deplorable’ handling of Philly apartment buildings
The suit seeks to bar SBG Management Services from renewing lease agreements and collecting rent until all properties are repaired.
2 years ago
What’s next as Pa. prepares to spend $1.2B on broadband
The Biden administration said the money will bring broadband to everyone in Pennsylvania.
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‘Wilt Chamberlain Day’ declared in Philadelphia ahead of ‘Goliath’ docuseries premiere
The West Philly native’s achievements on the basketball court were felt across the globe, and will likely never be matched.
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Listen 1:08What does the SAG-AFTRA strike mean for Philly film, TV production?
For the first time since 1960, actors and writers are picketing film and TV productions at the same time.
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An accordion takeover at the King of Prussia Mall
The national convention of the American Accordionists’ Association announced its arrival with an accordion concert in the shopping mall.
2 years ago
The Delaware Black Chamber of Commerce formed in 2020 to help Black business owners grow while creating new opportunities for others.
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