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Residents of ‘saturated’ industrial corridor in Delaware learn about their cancer risk
Years after the Environmental Protection Agency increased its risk assessment for a toxic chemical manufactured in suburban New Castle, D ...
3 years ago
The four-hospital system in Delaware County has been reaching out to municipalities, threatening to shut off emergency medical services within 90 days unless they pay up.
3 years ago
‘Great victory for the people’: Delaware becomes 11th state to pass paid family and medical leave
Starting in 2026, new parents can get 12 weeks of paid leave. Workers can also get six weeks to deal with a serious health issue or to care for a relative.
3 years ago
It’s not over: COVID-19 cases are on the rise again in U.S.
The U.S. may be heading into another COVID-19 surge, with cases rising nationally and in most states after a two-month decline.
3 years ago
Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate drops to 4.9%
Pennsylvania's unemployment rate dropped by two-tenths of a point in March to 4.9%, another indication the state's jobs picture continues to strengthen.
3 years ago
Russia loses warship, says attacks on Kyiv will increase
The guided-missile cruiser Moskva, the flagship of Russia's Black Sea fleet, sank on Thursday after suffering heavy damage. The circumstances are in dispute.
3 years ago
FDA authorizes 1st breath test for COVID-19 infection
The InspectIR COVID-19 Breathalyzer is about the size of a piece of carry-on luggage, the FDA said, and can be used in doctor’s offices, hospitals and mobile testing sites.
3 years ago
The Clay Studio opens new building in Kensington, for Kensington
The purpose-built ceramics workshop and community space is designed with its neighbors in mind.
3 years ago
A new Philly podcast offers ‘real talk’ about love and relationships
Conscious Connections brings local couples together to talk about their love, communication, and much more. The show is hosted by Nicole Blackson.
3 years ago
Listen 1:57‘Agriculture is the culture’: FarmerJawn wants to reinvent agriculture education
FarmerJawn’s nonprofit is seeking to “reintroduce farming into the lifestyles of urban people” and give them the knowledge to start their own farm.
3 years ago
Listen 4:04Philadelphia school board member Maria McColgan resigns
The board is now looking to fill two vacancies, as a new superintendent prepares to take the helm.
3 years ago
Philly adding more bike patrols to keep an eye on Center City
Philadelphia’s Center City District is expanding the bike patrol program it launched in late 2020, as more visitors return to the area.
3 years ago
Family seeks charges, officer’s ID in Patrick Lyoya’s death
Peter Lyoya brought his family from Congo to the U.S. in 2014 to escape violence. Now he fears they came here to die
3 years ago
$300 tax rebate coming to Delawareans next month as inflation relief
The money will be mailed to residents who filed a 2021 tax return for 2020 earnings.
3 years ago
Briarcliffe Fire Company moves to disband after racist remarks go public
The Darby Township Commissioners’ meeting was supposed to discuss the possible decertification of the Briarcliffe Fire Company — but the squad beat officials to the punch.
3 years ago