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Hurts ready for historic Super Bowl matchup with Mahomes
Hurts and Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes are both Texas natives. They are both NFL MVP finalists. And they will be the first Black QBs to face off in a Super Bowl.
3 years ago
Zoning overlay for Cobbs Creek Golf Course passes despite community concerns
Opponents worry the bill could lead to more tree loss and flooding. “Please listen to us, man,” one activist pleaded.
3 years ago
Listen 1:03Free baby formula is being distributed to Delaware parents in need
The 28.2-ounce canisters of powder are enough for a three-week supply. They arrived courtesy of a collaboration of state officials, nonprofits and an Australian manufacturer.
3 years ago
The Delaware County Juvenile Detention Center closed in 2021. County officials believe a new building, model, and proper oversight will lead to different results.
3 years ago
Shapiro selects 2nd Philly school official to join cabinet
Reggie McNeil, the school district’s chief operating officer, will serve as secretary of general services, responsible for state buildings and vehicles, as well as purchasing.
3 years ago
N.J. man charged with throwing Molotov cocktail at synagogue
The 26-year-old Clifton man was due to make his initial appearance Thursday in federal court in Newark, and it wasn’t known if he has an attorney.
3 years ago
N.J. Councilwoman Eunice Dwumfour found dead in SUV outside her home: Police
The business analyst and part-time EMT was elected to the Sayreville council as a Republican in 2021.
3 years ago
Phil’s Groundhog Day prediction: 6 more weeks of winter
People gathered Thursday at Gobbler’s Knob as members of Punxsutawney Phil’s “inner circle” summoned him from his tree stump at dawn to learn if he has seen his shadow.
3 years ago
Opinion: Why the proposed 76ers arena is a false solution to dead zone on Market East
The proposed 76ers arena threatens to repeat the years of misguided development that created the dead zone on Market Street, writes Akira Drake Rodriguez.
3 years ago
Feb. 2 - Feb. 5: African culture celebrated in Del., Wanda Sykes in Philly, and TruTV’s “Impractical Jokers” in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.
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Listen 5:40New Jersey communities of color grapple with lack of trees, environmental inequity
Environmental groups plan to use state funding to plant trees in environmentally overburdened neighborhoods in places like Camden, Newark, and Trenton.
3 years ago
Listen 2:19Philly Parks and Rec offering bonuses up to $1,000 in lifeguard recruitment effort
The $1,000 bonus is available for any lifeguard who submits their completed application by Apr. 15 and works throughout the summer season.
3 years ago
Advocacy coalition unveils ‘zero waste platform,’ challenges Philly mayoral candidates to commit
An agenda advocacy organizations launched Wednesday includes restructuring the city’s waste operations and rebuilding public trust around recycling.
3 years ago
Listen 1:03Philly school board asks City Council for millions in funds: ‘We need you’
The board also asked the city at its biannual meeting to provide parking for teachers near some schools to address safety concerns.
3 years ago
Listen 2:01Delaware hires its first environmental justice coordinator
DNREC wants to reach people of color and low-income communities that face disproportionate exposure to polluted water and air.
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