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Philadelphia Police have now arrested a suspect in a series of attacks on women in Society Hill. But publicity about those assault ...

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Hope Creek nuclear plant’s license extended to 2046

The Hope Creek nuclear plant in South Jersey’s Salem County can now operate until 2046. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission renewed t ...

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Philadelphians asked to check on elderly during heat wave

Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter is asking people to check on the sick and the elderly during the oppressive heat. He said some people ...

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University of Delaware football players beat the heat by helping habitat

Temperatures were pushing 100, and for some Blue Hens it probably felt like they were doing on the field training camp workouts. T ...

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Chester employees vote on unionizing

Chester County Human Services workers are voting Wednesday on whether to unionize with the Teamsters.   “They can ...

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Philadelphia grocer recognized by First Lady

A Philadelphia area grocer earned national recognition today by receiving acknowledgement from First Lady Michelle Obama for his work in ...

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Storm linked to death of Delaware Co. man

The Delaware County Medical Examiner’s Office announced today the death of a Delaware County man has been linked to Tuesday night ...

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State wants closer look at exams of 34 NJ schools

The New Jersey Department of Education has issued a letter to 34 New Jersey Public Schools indicating it wants a closer look at exams and ...

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