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La Red Health Center opens 25,000-square-foot ambulatory care facility
Georgetown’s La Red Health Center officially opens a new facility today, expanding its commitment to offer quality, cost-effective ...
14 years ago
Delaware congressional delegation hosts job fair in Kent County
Senators Tom Carper and Chris Coons and Congressman John Carney are hoping to link job-seekers with employment opportunities at todayR ...
14 years ago
Summer shore style: What’s on your list?
Sure, it’s damp and dreary today, but as my calendar inches toward May, I’m thinking about what I’ll be wearing down th ...
14 years ago
Special menus and special prices highlight Wilmington Restaurant Week
Many of Wilmington’s restaurants are participating in City Restaurant Week, which begins today. Diners may enjoy two-course ...
14 years ago
Pa.’s Zippo expects 500 millionth lighter in June
A northwestern Pennsylvania company that makes metal-cased cigarette lighters whose lids are known for their distinctive “c ...
14 years ago
Does a genius get a pass on being a jerk?
“Don’t be afraid; you can do it.” That was what Steve Jobs would say, as he unleashed his unnerving sta ...
14 years ago
As day dawns on new Knight grants, previous winners assess projects
The second-round winners of the Knight Arts Challenge will be announced Monday afternoon. The grant is available to anybody — ...
14 years ago
Science Festival serves up some thoughts on ‘dangerous’ foods
The experts are ready to answer some of your nagging questions about food safety and taste preferences Wednesday as part of the weeklong ...
14 years ago
Despite opposition, Philadelphia ban on outdoor feeding moves forward
As Philadelphia bans feeding the homeless in public parks, the city has set a date on when an alternative outdoor food-service venue will ...
14 years ago
Philly ‘bandit signs’ annoy even a candidate they help advertise
With elections comes advertising. Many of the city of Philadelphia’s utility poles are home to “bandit signs,” and thi ...
14 years ago
WMAN fundraiser serves up good company with good food
West Mt. Airy Neighbors (WMAN) held its seventh annual “Eat Your Heart Out!” fundraiser over the weekend. The always w ...
14 years ago
Christie, Lautenberg feud leaves N.J. residents with one last option
As Sen. Frank Lautenberg and Gov. Chris Christie continue to squabble like a couple of school boys with a crush on the same girl, I’ ...
14 years ago
Parking Authority enforcement at Chestnut Hill lots set to start in May
Starting the first week of May, motorists will have to pay to park in Chestnut Hill’s seven lots or risk getting a ticket from the ...
14 years ago
Phil Moyer keeps LaNoce Park looking good
When the grass gets high Phil Moyer mows the lawn. But Moyer’s lawn is not at his home, it’s LaNoce Park in Wissahickon. He d ...
14 years ago
An ex-con dreams of becoming a voice to the voiceless
Colwin Williams was barely two weeks out of prison when he walked up to Mayor Michael Nutter after an anti-violence rally at Love Park. ...
14 years ago