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Del. bike riders shift into high gear
Between an unpredictable economy and concerns over gas prices, more and more Delawareans are parking the car and hopping on their bikes.
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16 years ago
School consolidation is a study in patience
Governor Rendell concedes his plan to merge Pennsylvania’s school districts hasn’t gotten too far.
Governor Rendell co
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16 years ago
Critics: roof stimulus has cracked foundation
Not everyone is happy that Philadelphia’s Independence Hall is benefitting from the federal stimulus package.
Not everyone i
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16 years ago
Betsy Ross reputation flagging in 21st century
Today the historic Betsy Ross house on Arch Street will unveil a new state historic marker. It’s the first time Pennsylvania has of
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16 years ago
Fighting America’s addiction to drugs
President Obama has chosen an addiction specialist for his #2 Drug Czar – an unusual move in terms of fighting the war on drugs.
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16 years ago
Activists learn to spot neighborhood health hazards
Pennsylvania’s first statewide environmental justice conference is in Harrisburg this week.
Activists and would-be activists
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16 years ago
New autism efforts in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is launching three new regional collaborations that will connect autism researchers and service providers to support familie
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16 years ago
Ramsey gets tough on racist remarks
Philadelphia Police Commissioner Charles Ramsey says he will not tolerate inappropriate conduct among police. He has dismissed five offic
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16 years ago