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Authorities have centered their efforts on an area near where the creek that flooded enters the Delaware River.
3 years ago
Christina Cultural Arts Center plans to expand services by building a second facility, doubling early childhood and affordable arts education programs.
3 years ago
Springfield Township’s Bethlehem Pike is getting a major upgrade
PennDOT plans to convert the Pike from four lanes to two, with a median for turns, in an attempt to improve driver safety. Some residents fear more congestion.
3 years ago
Pennsylvania counties plan to miss big social-services payment as state budget stalemate drags on
Tens of millions of dollars for county-level services for child welfare, mental health and more could be held up in the coming days, minus some sort of breakthrough.
3 years ago
USDA plans new resource center for Philly’s urban farmers to diversify growth
Philadelphia will get a service center with USDA employees on hand to help urban farmers as part of the Biden-Harris administration economic development plan.
3 years ago
About 150 people filled the Crossing Church in Upper Makefield, Bucks County, for a community vigil with music and prayer.
3 years ago
‘Do the right thing’: Opponents of Sixers arena urge Squilla to stand with them
The call comes a year after the Sixers announced its proposal for the $1.3 billion project on Market Street.
3 years ago
Recent storm causes Delaware County bridge to deteriorate, forcing closure
The Smithbridge Road Bridge in Concord Township is out of commission due to deterioration from a June storm, according to PennDOT.
3 years ago
72-year-old passenger dies after SEPTA buses crash in Philadelphia; at least 19 others injured
Police say one of the SEPTA bus drivers rear-ended the other. Both buses were occupied at the time.
3 years ago
Philadelphia residents embrace ‘Barbie-mania’ as new movie hits theaters
Movie-goers flocked to the theaters, many dressed head to toe in pink for the occasion.
3 years ago
Pa.’s latest bid to regulate cyber charter schools would lower tuition payments, boost transparency
Democrats and Republicans agree that Pa.’s rules for cyber charter schools are outdated, but they differ on what changes to make.
3 years ago
Tony Bennett, masterful stylist of American musical standards, dies at 96
There was no specific cause, but Bennett had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2016.
3 years ago
Kids flood in to play as Rose Tree Park’s playground finally opens to the public
Rose Tree Park Playground’s features include ADA-compliant ramps, a bird’s nest swing, and a carousel flush with the ground.
3 years ago
Flash floods can be deadly. Here are some tips for staying safe
Pay attention to emergency alerts, don’t drive into floodwaters, and get to higher ground if possible.
3 years ago
Philly union workers rally just days before UPS contract expires
The union contract between 5,000 Philadelphia Teamsters and UPS will expire on July 31. If no deal is reached, members have authorized a strike.
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