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How to get involved in MLK Day events in the Philadelphia suburbs
Service, event, and volunteer opportunities are available in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties for MLK Day 2023.
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Pa.’s in-hospital mortality rates are up, new report shows
The Pennsylvania Health Care Cost Containment Council’s annual hospital performance report looked at patient outcomes for a range of health conditions.
3 years ago
Wilmington Blue Rocks extend stadium lease in Delaware
Minor league baseball will be in Wilmington to stay through at least the 2030 season after the Blue Rocks agreed to extend its lease at Frawley Stadium.
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Former Delaware deputy fire chief charged with raping 15-year-old girl
Dwayne Pearson, 39, allegedly raped the girl in July and August. He faces three felony counts.
3 years ago
Philly raises Korean flag in honor of the contributions of Korean Americans
The ceremony marks the tenth annual event honoring the contribution Korean Americans have made to the city.
3 years ago
Republican Oh ‘leaning towards’ joining crowded contest of Dems for Philly mayor
The Republican believes whoever wins the crowded Democratic primary may be vulnerable to a candidate from the other side of the aisle.
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Lottery results for Philly’s special-admissions schools to come by month end
District officials are still working to review appeals from families concerning their children’s eligibility, which must be completed before the lottery can be held, according
3 years ago
New Jersey will soon allow residents to buy birth control without a prescription
Gov. Phil Murphy signed a law eliminating the requirement for a prescription on Friday.
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Court greenlights holding Pa. House special elections Feb. 7
A three-judge Commonwealth Court panel sided with the House’s Democratic floor leader on Friday, saying all three Allegheny County seats will be filled Feb. 7.
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How a constitutional amendment gets on the ballot in Pennsylvania
Amending the Pa. Constitution is a lengthy process that requires passage in two legislative sessions and advertising by the Department of State.
3 years ago
Biden’s Delaware home is now a player in document drama
The White House confirmed Thursday that classified records were found in the garage of Biden's Wilmington home.
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‘Port Richmond Strong’: Community members raising money to help families devastated by explosion
“When you have nothing and you've lost everything, anything is more than nothing,” said one organizer.
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Meek Mill among hundreds pardoned by Pa. Gov. Wolf
Wolf, a Democrat, signed his final 369 pardons this week, for a total of 2,540 since he took office in 2015. He surpassed Democratic Gov. Ed Rendell’s record of 1,122 granted.
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Court splits on legality of move to impeach Philly DA Larry Krasner
A split emerged Thursday among a panel of Pennsylvania state judges.
3 years ago
Trump Organization fined $1.6 million for tax fraud
A fine was the only penalty a judge could impose on the Trump Organization for its conviction last month for 17 tax crimes, including conspiracy and falsifying business record
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