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Pa. shale controversy sparks fear of violence
State and federal law enforcement agencies have begun monitoring the activities of activists who oppose natural gas drilling in Pennsylva ...
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‘Dance’ revival hits the stage at Live Arts fest
One of the centerpiece performances of Philadelphia Live Arts Festival this weekend revives a groundbreaking dance from 30 years ago. ...
15 years ago
Gaming summit examines NJ horse racing industry
A legislative panel examining the future of gambling in New Jersey held a hearing at the Meadowlands race track today. A legislat ...
15 years ago
Castle-O’Donnell in last weekend of the campaign
The national spotlight is on Delaware and the republican nomination for the U.S. Senate seat once held by Vice-President Joe Biden. ...
15 years ago
NTSB report out on duck boat accident
Two-page preliminary report does not include much in the way of new details. The National Transportation Safety Board has issued i ...
15 years ago
It’s Still About the Recession
Eighty two percent of Americans polled by Gallup this week agree that we are still in a recession, yet most hesitate on how to define it. ...
15 years ago
President Obama caught a big break today during his 78-minute news conference. He managed to articulate his core political mess ...
15 years ago
Are PHA settlements legal without board OK?
Former Mayor John Street says he and the Philadelphia Housing Authority Board were not consulted for settling sexual harassment lawsuits. ...
15 years ago
Kraft mechanic honored as hero after shooting
Yvonne Hiller is in custody and accused of murder in the shooting of two former co-workers. A 43-year-old woman is being charged w ...
15 years ago
Philadelphia tourism inches upward
Hospitality industry is optimistic for next year as new hotels open and convention center expands. Philadelphia’s Tourism in ...
15 years ago
President Obama to speak at Masterman
Tuesday speech will be at Philadelphia public magnet school. Philadelphia School District leaders are overjoyed that President Oba ...
15 years ago
Delaware Republicans want answers over concerns on the Indian River bridge contract
Calls for new accountability from Delaware republicans on the troubled Indian River Inlet bridge now under construction along Delaware ...
15 years ago
Camden theater debuts with play about city
Will the South Camden Theatre Company be able to keep people coming to a blighted neighborhood? A newly constructed theater in Cam ...
15 years ago
City Controller says workers’ comp costs are through the roof
City Controller Alan Butkovitz found 900 un-reviewed workers’ compensation cases in a city audit. He says the oversight cost the city $ ...
15 years ago