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Drexel, Academy of Natural Sciences join forces
Drexel University and the Academy of Natural Sciences have tied the knot. The Academy has changed its name to the Academy of Natur ...
14 years ago
Wegmans recalls pine nuts for possible salmonella contamination
Wegmans Food Markets has issued a recall on pine nut sold in stores in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and three other East Coast states. ...
14 years ago
Baseball showdown in Delaware court postponed
The Associate Press reports the Monday showdown over Frank McCourt’s divorce finances and its connection with the Los Angeles Dodge ...
14 years ago
Citizen testimony on Pa. natural gas industry: Slow drilling down
A citizens group has come up with recommendations for the state’s growing natural gas industry. But it remains to be seen if public ...
14 years ago
Police: Most felonies in the 39th District occur during the day shift
October’s total for felony crimes in Philadelphia’s 39th Police District is on pace to match September’s figure. ...
14 years ago
Philabundance asking trick-or-treaters to collect coins, not candy
When you and your kid trudge up your neighbor’s steps Monday night, weighed down by a bulging pillow case and super hero costume wi ...
14 years ago
Drexel astronauts talk about future of space program at alma mater
Two Drexel astronaut alumni reminisced on the discontinued space shuttle program and spoke about the future of human space exploration We ...
14 years ago
FDA: Eat black licorice in moderation
For the few of you out there who enjoy black licorice, the Food & ...
14 years ago
Applications increase for N.J. mail-in ballots
The deadline is approaching to obtain a mail-in ballot for the Nov. 8 election in New Jersey. Tuesday is the last day to send in a ...
14 years ago
Could you get a grace period when paying a Philadelphia parking ticket?
A Philadelphia City Councilman wants to grant drivers a short grace period before a parking ticket gets compounded with an extra fine.&nb ...
14 years ago
Philadelphia steps up efforts against blight
The city of Philadelphia is planning a major crackdown on blight. Mayor Michael Nutter stood outside a blighted property in Port Richmond ...
14 years ago
University of Pennsylvania historian joins Pulitzer Prize board
A position on the Pulitzer Pride board pretty much means you won’t be chosen for the prestigious award. That’s not something ...
14 years ago
N.J. economy may take years to recover
Job growth in New Jersey is expected to be slow for several more years. Employment in the Garden State is higher than last year an ...
14 years ago
Philadelphia Weekly’s in-depth interview with mayoral candidate Wali Rahman
Until now, we’ve heard little else about Philadelphia’s independent mayoral candidate Wali Rahman other than his struggle to ...
14 years ago
Pa. lawmakers weigh designating English official state language
State House lawmakers are considering making English the official language of Pennsylvania. Rep. RoseMarie Swanger, a Republican f ...
14 years ago