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Local news and stories from Philadelphia, Delaware, and southern New Jersey
Delaware County holds its first-ever LGBTQ Pride parade
Community members from across Delco paraded through Media Borough to celebrate the beginning of Pride Month and the launch of the inaugural event.
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Philly’s Share Food Program is launching an ambitious campaign to combat the city’s hunger crisis
The nonprofit plans to renovate its headquarters that sits inside a 100-year old factory into a state-of-the-art food distribution center to deliver food to more people.
2 days ago
South Jersey wildfire now 50% contained
The Allen Road Wildfire has burned more than 5,000 acres within the Bass River State Forest and was 50% contained as of Thursday evening.
4 days ago
North Philadelphians discuss involving youth with historic preservation during Bridging Blocks event
North Philadelphians talked about the importance of engaging with the youth to preserve Philadelphia’s history.
4 days ago
Listen 1:01Philadelphia metro labor market ‘really resilient’ as region rebounds
New data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that health services and hospitality drove job growth across the Philadelphia metro area over the past 12 months.
4 days ago
Listen 1:38Bank set to settle lending discrimination lawsuit alleging ‘redlining’ in Philly area
The agreement is part of a broader initiative to root out the discriminatory practice.
4 days ago
Philadelphia Insectarium evicted: ‘Every window and every mirror was shattered’
The museum's managers had not paid the mortgage for years, leading to a debt of close to $1 million.
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Philly ‘water bar’ back at City Hall to let you taste the tap water
The water bar is an ongoing effort by the Philadelphia Water Department to build trust in the city’s tap water, which officials say meets state and federal standards.
5 days ago
Project HOME to launch ‘groundbreaking’ collaborative to address Philly’s opioid epidemic
The nonprofit is teaming up with three hospital systems to provide people a direct path from the emergency room to supportive housing.
5 days ago
Listen 1:22Black Clergy of Philadelphia hosting summit on violence
The Black Clergy of Philadelphia believes its summit can result in a workable plan to help fight continued violence in the city.
5 days ago
Worried about your kids’ video gaming? Explore their online worlds yourself
Games probably won't rot your kid's brain. But kids do need guidance in using them wisely.
5 days ago
The ‘Disney Hole’ parking lot at 8th and Market is sinking. Again
L&I promised to inspect the site — once home to the famed Gimbels department store — and issue any required violations.
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