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‘This is a brotherhood’: Philadelphians voice support for ‘bike life’ at community forum
WHYY News and the Free Library of Philadelphia hosted a community forum Wednesday to discuss the multifaceted topic of motorbikes and ATVs in the city.
3 years ago
Philadelphia real estate market is returning to ‘normal’
Home buying is more predictable as the Philadelphia real estate market recovers from the COVID-19 uncertainty.
3 years ago
‘It’s our version of the postseason’: Philly Orchestra honors Rachmaninoff’s 150th birthday
The Orchestra will play all four of Rachmaninoff’s concertos to honor the composer who had a long, fruitful relationship with the Fabulous Philadelphians.
3 years ago
Listen 1:36Jan. 26 - Jan. 29: Philly Auto Show, Spokey Speaky in Del., and Fire & Ice Festival in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.
3 years ago
Listen 6:10A new phase of the Wayne Junction revitalization plan is underway
Construction is slated to start this week on Arguto Court, an adaptive reuse project featuring office space and a cafe.
3 years ago
Listen 1:43Philly water rates could soon rise under city proposal
The two-part filing will include an increase designed to cover "costs of essential services" to keep the city's municipally-owned utility stable.
3 years ago
Philadelphia School District joins building trades unions to offer apprenticeship training
The goal of the OSHA 10 training is to give students a head start on getting into apprenticeship training in Philly, and eventually access to well-paying jobs.
3 years ago
‘Now everybody can move forward’: Upper Darby CAO steps down
Upper Darby Chief Administrative Officer Vincent Rongione is stepping down from his position. He said the ARPA controversy did not play a role in his decision.
3 years ago
After going up in smoke in 2022, a renewed effort to legalize marijuana in Delaware
The two-pronged measure got derailed last year by the governor’s veto. Supporters say there’s even more support this session.
3 years ago
Pa. Sen. Hughes makes decision on race for Philly Mayor
The state senator had been considering a run for mayor in a crowded race, but opted against it.
3 years ago
Where to watch the Eagles NFC championship game in and around Philly
Only the San Francisco 49ers stand between Jalen Hurts and the Eagles securing a spot in Super Bowl LVII.
3 years ago
This would be the first test of the controversial library book policy, which aims to ban books deemed “inappropriate” for including “sexualized content.”
3 years ago
Listen 6:12Eagles QB Jalen Hurts among AP NFL MVP finalists
Justin Jefferson, Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen and Joe Burrow also are finalists for MVP.
3 years ago
Voorhees Twp. native Tommy Paul reaches Australian Open semifinal, faces Djokovic next
Paul is the first man from the United States to make it to the final four at Melbourne Park since Andy Roddick in 2009.
3 years ago
Tobacco control in the Delaware Valley improves slightly, but funding falls short
The American Lung Association's annual State of Tobacco Control report shows some progress in reducing smoking-related illnesses, but gaps remain.
3 years ago
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