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Occupy Philly discusses its next moves, Sunoco shuts down Marcus Hook refinery

Good Morning, Feeders, and happy Friday! Sunoco has announced its decision to shut down its Marcus Hook refinery. Why now and why ...

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New Jersey one step closer to creating tiger-tracking system

Legislation that would create a registry ...

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Two arrested in murder of Delaware store clerk

Wilmington Police arrested two men, accused of gunning down a store clerk during a robbery attempt Tuesday night. 18-year-old Melv ...

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Service on Manayunk/Norristown rail line has resumed

Service on the Manayunk/Norristown rail line was suspended during today’s morning commute due to overhead wire problems. The l ...

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With glowing sound, magnetic resonator piano attracts attention

This weekend, two piano concerts will showcase the unique qualities of the magnetic resonator piano. Developed at Drexel Universit ...

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Green Woods Charter switches gears, explores move to Domino Lane

While officials won’t confirm details, it appears the Green Woods Charter School won’t be moving to Manayunk’s Germany ...

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Lego challenge, holiday house tours and Dickens in NW Philly this weekend

So much to do… it’s tough to choose! Whether you’re looking to celebrate Christmas or hoping to avoid that altogether, ...

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Seniors welcome the holiday season with a Germantown tap-dance show

Dozens of fans filled the Center In the Park auditorium Thursday afternoon for the 20th annual holiday concert event featuring performanc ...

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Former Starr chef to take over old Franco’s spot in East Falls

A wooden plank with the address 4116 written in spray paint is the only marker for the soon-to-be opened Italian restaurant In Riva, whic ...

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Pa. wants its fair share of taxes from Internet sales

Pennsylvania’s Department of Revenue is making itself clear when it comes to online retail and sales tax. Department officia ...

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Council approves contentious zoning changes, Who is Germantown?, blight of Divine Lorraine and on Knox Street, Delaware waterfront trail progress

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