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Philadelphia

Pew’s 2024 ‘State of the City’ event underscores big wins, big issues and trends to look for

Almost 200 people packed the auditorium at WHYY on Wednesday for the official launch of Pew’s latest State of the City report.

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Iron Menace
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Ghost riding: Dorney Park’s new roller coaster is a supernatural menace

Iron Menace, the Northeast region’s only zero-gravity drop coaster, tells the spooky story of the Lehigh Valley’s steel industry.

2 years ago

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Ray Pinney and another runner
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N.J. man to embark on 3-day, 196-mile ‘kindness run’ to benefit nonprofit formed after Sandy Hook tragedy

64-year-old Ray Pinney, of Boonton, is raising money for the Dylan’s Wings of Change charity, which helps student leaders.

2 years ago

Jason Kelce
Philadelphia
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Billy Penn

Former Eagle Jason Kelce lost his Super Bowl LII ring in probably the most Cincinnati way ever

The recently-retired Eagles center said his ring is probably in a landfill after it was used in the “Lombaby Games” at the University of Cincinnati.

2 years ago

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NPR
Gun Violence
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
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As gun violence looms over Pennsylvania youth, local organizations offer safe spaces

Firearms, including homicides, suicides and unintentional injuries, are the leading cause of death for American children and teens.

2 years ago

Finding an affordable house or apartment seems impossible these days
Studio 2
Crime
Gun Violence
Housing
Philadelphia
Sports

Trauma and Gun Violence Reporting, Housing Prices Through the Roof, Sixers in Play-In Tournament

Gun violence in Philadelphia is down, but you wouldn't know it from the news headlines. We'll talk about how gun violence reporting re-traumatizes survivors.

Air Date: April 17, 2024 12:00 pm

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Business
Philadelphia

Why this Center City medical marijuana dispensary is closing on 4/20

After the biggest cannabis shopping day of the year, the business will shutter after its landlord cut the lease short.

2 years ago

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Business
Economic Development
Economy
Employment
Philadelphia

Pew State of the City: Philadelphia’s workforce is more educated than ever, but poverty divide lingers

Philadelphia adults are more likely to have a college degree than the national average but less likely than some peer cities.

2 years ago

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NPR
Gun Violence
Philadelphia
Policing
Public Safety

Philadelphia gun violence victims find support through residents and nonprofits

For many Philadelphians, gun violence has become a part of life.

2 years ago

Jasdomin Santana and her books
Books
Delaware
Race & Ethnicity

Wilmington author tackles Latino representation gap with children’s books featuring Dominican culture

Jasdomin Santana champions diversity in children's literature by incorporating Dominican culture into her storytelling.

2 years ago

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and a cover of a 1964 Cheltenham Township Adult School catalog
History
Pennsylvania
Social Justice

60 years ago today, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered a speech at Cheltenham High School

King visited as part of the Cheltenham Township Adult School’s 5-Star Forum series on April 15, 1964. Other speakers included Art Buchwald, Ruby Dee and Ossie Davis.

2 years ago

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Schuylkill River Trail on the Haws Avenue trailhead
Outdoors
Pennsylvania
Preservation

‘Creating an energy along the trail’: Montgomery County, partners are working to transform 2 Norristown trailheads

Project partners NV5 and ACLAMO will host family-friendly events for Norristown residents in late spring and summer to showcase ideas generated by the feedback process.

2 years ago

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George and Lori Schappel
Home & Family
Pennsylvania

Oldest living conjoined twins Lori and George Schappell, of West Reading, die at 62

The twins were born in Pennsylvania and had distinct brains but were joined at the skull. They appeared over the years in documentaries and talk shows.

2 years ago

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International
Military

Israel says Iran launched more than 300 drones and missiles, 99% of which were intercepted

The attack marked the first time Iran has launched a direct military assault on Israel.

2 years ago

Kids playing in the pool
Outdoors
Philadelphia
Public Spaces

Last chance for Philly lifeguards to earn a bonus and help all pools open this summer

Workers who want to keep an eye on swimmers at Philly pools this summer must register by mid-April to qualify for a $1000 bonus.

2 years ago

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