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Watson crashes against N.J. congressman
While the super-computer that won on “Jeopardy!” was taking a victory lap around the country, it was smacked down by U.S. Re ...
15 years ago
Layoffs loom for Philadelphia teachers
Many of Philadelphia’s 11,000 public school teachers are growing nervous about the increasing likelihood of layoffs. What ...
15 years ago
EMAN seeks sponsorships for May fundraisers
East Mt. Airy Neighbors (EMAN) may be a little more aggressive this spring in asking for money. EMAN will partner with West Mt. Ai ...
15 years ago
NewsWorks will host Eighth District debate and voter forums
An open seat has generated a Kentucky Derby-sized field of candidates in the Eighth Council District Democratic primary. At least ...
15 years ago
Supporters of suspended mail carriers to plot strategy
Mt. Airy residents appear divided over whether two postal carriers caught drinking on the job should be fired. Some resi ...
15 years ago
The MLK turnaround – a view from the back of the room
The young man said, “You’re with the news?” Yes, I said. “I’m a student leader,” he replied, slender and though ...
15 years ago
Portion of Schuylkill River Trail to close for construction
Philadelphia Parks and Recreation plans to rebuild a section of the Schuylkill River Trail, the recreational path that runs along Kelly D ...
15 years ago
Mural Arts Program launches public art project in Manayunk
The Mural Arts Program has chosen Manayunk as a “public arts district,” where a large amount of works, which could include mu ...
15 years ago
Idling car stolen on Benezet St in Chestnut Hill
14th Police District in Philadelphia 43 W. Haines Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144 This district covers Chestnut Hill, Mt. ...
15 years ago
Stack bill to sustain adultBasic sent to committee
On the same day that 41,000 Pennsylvanian ...
15 years ago