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Another line in the sand

If you think Washington is dysfunctional now, just wait until Texas sends its new Republican senator to town next January. Here he is, fo ...

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Fattah talks education, job creation and Chelten Plaza hubbub at Germantown luncheon [Video]

At U.S. Rep. Chaka Fattah’s annual “Chat and Chew” luncheon Tuesday in Germantown, the Wired Beans Cafe setting served ...

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Poll: N.J.’s feelings about Christie are complicated

A new poll finds Gov. Chris Christie has a complicated relationship with state residents. A Fairleigh Dickinson University PublicM ...

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As fan and president, Catherine Cahill leads Mann expansion

Before Catherine Cahill became an arts administrator, she was a performer studying cello at Temple University. She was also a fan. ...

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Zoning board approves variance for Fairthorne Ave. home, despite civic opposition

A Roxborough couple will likely avoid a planned sheriff sale on their Fairthorne Avenue home, after the city zoning board approved a swit ...

14 years ago

Northwest Philadelphia to get new Indian takeout restaurant

This fall, an Indian takeout restaurant is expected to take over the old Avenue Bistro site in Mt. Airy. Husband-and-wife duo Vija ...

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Lighting issue on the Falls Bridge could take weeks to fix

For the past few weeks, the overhead lights on the Falls Bridge have been out, leaving many community members asking, ‘ ...

14 years ago

Mt. Airy: Yesterday and Today – Phil-Ellena’s furnishings part two

We are continuing our fantasy tour of George Carpenter’s Greek Revival palace, Phil-Ellena, in 1870, ten years after his death. Las ...

14 years ago

In digital age, Burlington County Library aims to be bigger, bolder

The Burlington County Library is preparing for the future with an overhaul of its website an ...

14 years ago

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Real NEastate: What can I do to prepare my home for sale?

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Final Lower Northeast District planning meaning set for Aug. 7

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Multi-modal with MOTU: Transit Talk with SEPTA

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Love Note #27: Nicholas Mirra loves the bike-ridden fence on Rittenhouse Square

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Third water main break | DRWC traffic study results | jerk cyclists on notice | Roosevelt Blvd crosswalk work coming

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Multi-modal with MOTU: Transit Talk with SEPTA

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