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The exterior of the new Frances M. Maguire Art Museum has been preserved and restored with the original design by architect Paul Cret
Arts & Entertainment

St. Joe’s reopens the old Barnes Foundation building as a new museum

St Joseph’s University acquired Albert Barnes’ original galleries in Lower Merion, to open its first campus art museum in 172 years.

3 years ago

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side by side photos of Stefan Roots, Thaddeus Kirkland, and Pat Worrell
Politics & Policy

Massive stakes: Who is running for mayor in the bankrupt city of Chester?

Two outsider Democrats, Stefan Roots and Pat Worrell, are running to unseat incumbent Mayor Thaddeus Kirkland in a race with unprecedented stakes.

3 years ago

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The YWCA in Germantown.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Trouble in Germantown: Potential YWCA developer is struggling to find funding

The historic property has sat vacant for years, frustrating neighbors who want to see it become a neighborhood asset again.

3 years ago

Family Court Judge Jennifer Ranji (left) with Capitol Police officer Donna DiClemente and Vinn, the 2-year-old lab mix that the judge uses when interviewing children in custody or other cases to make them less nervous
Community

Family pets could soon get special treatment in Delaware divorce settlements under new bill

A judge would have to consider the well-being of the “companion animal,” as well as how much each partner is attached to pets, be it dog, cat, bird, or reptile.

3 years ago

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Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid celebrates
Community

NBA MVP: 76ers’ Embiid wins league’s top individual honor

Philadelphia 76ers center and league scoring champion Joel Embiid earned his first NBA Most Valuable Player trophy Tuesday, edging two-time winner Nikola Jokic.

3 years ago

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (left) walks on the court during the beginning of the second half of Game 1 against the Boston Celtics in the NBA basketball Eastern Conference semifinals playoff series, Monday, May 1, 2023, in Boston
Community

76ers’ Embiid doubtful; Celtics vow adjustments for Game 2

76ers star Joel Embiid is looking like a long shot again due to his sprained right knee and is listed as doubtful.

3 years ago

Emergency responders and heavy equipment are seen at the site of a deadly explosion at a chocolate factory in West Reading, Pennsylvania.
Community

Workers: ‘Rotten egg’ smell before West Reading chocolate factory blast

Federal investigators have been focusing on the role of a natural gas pipeline as they look for the cause of the explosion.

3 years ago

The Capital Building in Harrisburg, Pa.
Politics & Policy

Bill to broaden LGBTQ+ protections passes Pennsylvania House

The bill passed 102-98 on Tuesday where Democrats have a razor-thin majority, becoming the first of its kind to see a floor vote.

3 years ago

Security personnel and police officers gather around the Queen Victoria Memorial on the Mall near Buckingham Palace in central London
Community

Man arrested outside Buckingham Palace with suspected weapon

The Metropolitan Police force said officers arrested the man after he approached the palace gates on and threw items suspected to be shotgun cartridges onto the grounds.

3 years ago

The Delaware General Assembly in session at the Legislative Hall in Dover, Delaware
Politics & Policy

Delaware lawmakers unveil package of bills designed to combat the impacts of climate change

The legislative package includes a measure to reduce net emissions in the state by 50% by 2030 and by 100% reaching net zero by 2050.

3 years ago

Several office buildings in Philly.
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia is poised to cut business, city wage taxes — again

Philadelphia City Council leaders are proposing a small cut to business taxes, but a coalition of business chambers of commerce are pushing to slash taxes in the next decade.

3 years ago

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The screen at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans honors Tyre Nichols before an NBA basketball game between the New Orleans Pelicans and the Washington Wizards, Jan. 28, 2023
Courts & Law

No charges for ex-officer who hit Tyre Nichols with stun gun

Shelby County District Attorney Steve Mulroy said on Tuesday that his office did a thorough investigation of Preston Hemphill’s role in the arrest.

3 years ago

Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy
Health

Loneliness poses risks as deadly as smoking: surgeon general

The U.S. surgeon general says loneliness poses health risks as deadly as smoking a dozen cigarettes daily, costing the health industry billions of dollars annually.

3 years ago

A closeup of Philadelphia City Hall.
Politics & Policy

Mayor Kenney tells Philadelphia City Council schools need more state money to make improvements

School district leaders made their annual appearance at Philadelphia City Council, giving members a chance to question officials about education.

3 years ago

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy gestures while standing behind a mic
Politics & Policy
NJ Spotlight

Inability of Murphy, Senate to speed judicial appointments is ‘appalling’

State bar association president says governor should try same strategy he used to halt strike at Rutgers University.

3 years ago

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