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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. ...
17 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 ...
17 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 ...
17 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 ...
17 years ago
Tour guides speak freely on testing
A Federal Court Judge has taken under advisement a request to overturn Philadelphia’s requirement that tour guides be licensed. Thr ...
17 years ago
Temple budgets for gloomy economy
Temple University’s newly approved budget contains the smallest tuition increase in 13 years. For the new academic year, it’s ...
17 years ago
Council roadshow gets feedback on budget options
City councilmembers are willing to take their show on the road. They did so last night, gathering in West Oak Lane to hear from the commu ...
17 years ago
Rendell wants a new deal about Gaming Board
Governor Rendell is backing Gaming Control Board reforms put forward by a District Attorney from Central Pennsylvania. Governor Re ...
17 years ago