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Last one standing: Hard Rock files only application to build smaller-scale casino
A new program that allows the state Casino Control Commission in New Jersey to issue licenses for two smaller-scale Boardwalk Casinos onl ...
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Friday’s Heavy storms cause flooding in Upper Moreland
Heavy rain Friday night kept police officers and firefighters busy as they responded to severe flash flooding in Upper Moreland Township. ...
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$3 million in funding secured for Norristown Area School District
The Norristown Area School District has been awarded a little over $3 million in funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Education. ...
14 years ago
Stroke of genius: Giant paintbrush Philadelphia’s newest public sculpture
A giant 51-foot paintbrush, complete with a six-foot paint glob has become Philadelphia’s latest public sculpture, courtesy of arti ...
14 years ago
Iranian TV: Elkins Park native Josh Fattal sentenced to eight years in jail
Iran’s state television station is now reporting that Josh Fattal, who grew up in the Philadelphia suburbs, and his friend Shane Ba ...
14 years ago
Stroke of genius: Oldenburg sculpture finds new home in Center City
A large paint brush type object, standing 51 feet in the air, complete with a six-foot paint glob has become Philadelphia’s latest ...
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Verizon workers could return to work by Tuesday
Employees of Verizon Communications, Inc. who went on strike earlier this month could return to work by Tuesday. According to ...
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2011 Philadelphia Folk Festival: Campers sprint for top spots video
The Philadelphia Folk Festival staged its annual camping site run on Thursday morning. This tradition requires tent campers to sprint wit ...
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University of Penn Museum unveils new Sept. 11 exhibit
The University of Penn Museum is unveiling a new exhibit that opens Saturday in honor of the 10-year anniversary of the September 11th at ...
14 years ago
Unique history: NJ family 4 millionth to ride popular national park bus in Maine
It wasn’t a well-known, nationally celebrated milestone, but for one New Jersey family, being the 4 millionth to ride a popular nat ...
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2nd ride accident reported at Wildwood
CBS 3 in Philadelphia reports an incident involving a ride at Wildwood sent a 13-year-old to the hospital and injured four others. ...
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U.S. hikers sentenced to 8 years in Iran prison
CNN reports two U.S. hikers detained in Iran on espionage charges were sentenced to eight years in prison Saturday. Cheltenham Hig ...
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Commission approves new places to purchase E-Z Pass
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is working to make its E-ZPass more available by adding it to the shelves of Walmart. Accordi ...
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Neighborhood horses causing smelly problem in Southwest Philadelphia
If your neighbor asked you if it was okay to keep a horse in their backyard, what would you say? ...
14 years ago
Guard dog? How about a guard alligator: Police find 4-foot gator in PA home
You’ve probably seen the common “Beware of dog” signs posted outside of homes, but how about a sign warning you of guar ...
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