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Second Philadelphia budget forum in Germantown
16 years ago
Financial experts predict a grim year for PA economy
By: Scott Detrow With financial experts predicting a bleak outlook for Pennsylvania’s economy for the rest of this year, WHY ...
16 years ago
Philadelphia mayor longs for stimulus
By: Tom MacDonald The city of Philadelphia is still not sure how much money it will get from the federal stimulus plan. WHYY’ ...
16 years ago
Port Authority to decide on new projects
Special projects in Philadelphia and Camden could receive funding from the Delaware River Port Authority. The DRPA Board is expected to v ...
16 years ago
Forums giving city officials an earful
Philadelphians with an opinion about how the city should address its 1-billion-dollar budget gap, can give their two cents at a series of ...
16 years ago
Fumo’s testimony parses meanings of ‘ethical’ and ‘legal’
Former state Senator Vince Fumo is back on the witness stand today, defending himself under cross-examination. Fumo has admitted to a mul ...
16 years ago
Child’s Play promotes learning
A study of 11, 000 third-graders found that kids who have more recess behave better and are likely to learn more. Researchers at ...
16 years ago
Tough financial times slow underground economy
The recession is hitting Philadelphia area residents of all ages and professions. The tough financial situation is also putting a crimp i ...
16 years ago
A new crime drama plays on the science of deception. But there’s some doubt about whether lies really show up on the face. S ...
16 years ago