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Paul Oravitz, 56, who had severe burns over most of his body, died Wednesday in a Pittsburgh hospital, four days after the explosion in Plum.

Ciba-Geigy Chemical Corp. dumped toxic substances into waterways and buried 47,000 drums of toxic waste into the ground, causing a cancer cluster among children.

Local business owners shared advice and challenges during the first National Black Business Month Expo in Philadelphia.

Delaware County Council and Visit Delco gave a festive sendoff to the Media Little League team’s parents and supporters traveling to the first world series game.

The trolleys will be ADA accessible and have been completely updated with new frames, floors, windows, wheelchair lifts, and HVAC units.

The red painted lanes serve as a deterrent to keep other drivers from using them. SEPTA officials say the trial has been successful in improving travel times.

Studies revealed that dozens of children and young adults were diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma and other forms of cancer in a four-county area outside Pittsburgh.

Tickets purchased will still be valid for the rescheduled dates.

Actions by Trump allies in Pennsylvania, were included in the indictment as “acts of racketeering activity and overt acts in furtherance of the conspiracy.”

When asked about rebuilding trust with the public, Police Commissioner Outlaw likened the incident to taking “50 steps back.”

Both teams will each be playing in the Women’s World Cup final for the first time when they meet at Stadium Australia in Sydney.

Pennsylvania gives millions of dollars meant for road and bridge repairs to the State Police each year. Lawmakers are weighing how to end those transfers.

Dr. Jo-Elle Mogerman will be the zoo’s 15th president.

Philadelphia public health officials say they will monitor hospitalizations and wastewater data to identify possible increases in COVID-19 activity.

A 2008 contract that would have made Delaware a pioneer in offshore wind evaporated. A 2018 study cited high costs, but a new law has the state pursuing the notion again.