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Elementary school in Rhawnhurst placed on lockdown after student brings gun, police say
Authorities say the student is in custody and the firearm has been recovered.
1 year ago
Inflation and infrastructure costs are driving up water bills in the Delaware Valley
Water rates will increase in 2023 for hundreds of thousands of residents in our region — from Wilmington, Del., to the Pennsylvania suburbs.
1 year ago
Bucks County SPCA rescues 59 cats and counting in animal hoarding case
Despite the conditions at the apartment, most of the cats are friendly and in good condition which will make it easier for the SPCA to get them ready for adoption.
1 year ago
Fighter jets flew over Philly to chase a civilian plane out of restricted airspace
The president is in Delaware today, so flying nearby is a no-no.
1 year ago
As the Bidens mark Hanukkah, the White House gets its own menorah for the first time
This year, to celebrate the ancient Jewish festival of lights, the White House added a menorah to its holiday lineup for the first time.
1 year ago
Twitter poll closes with users voting for Musk exit as chief
There was no immediate announcement from Twitter, or Musk, about whether that would happen, though Musk said that he would abide by the results.
1 year ago
‘Up significantly from last year’: Delaware County sees rise in food insecurity
There is also an increased demand for mental health services. Neighboring counties — including Bucks, Montgomery, and Philadelphia — are also seeing more food insecurity.
1 year ago
57 blocks in Philly are prone to shootings. Community groups are mobilizing to curb the gun violence
The “57 Blocks Project” wants to create positive change in neighborhoods most impacted by violence. There are already dozens of nonprofits working in these areas.
1 year ago
Menorah lighting at Betsy Ross House signals start of Hanukkah season
More than 150 people gathered in Old City to kick off the eight-day observation.
1 year ago
Listen 1:07Officer shoots armed suspect during gun battle outside King of Prussia Mall, officials say
According to police, the incident started with a hit-and-run around 2:30 p.m. in the area of the mall.
1 year ago
South Jersey boater shares story of survival after being lost at sea
"We were sailing along great for like three days. We were moving. Then that first storm hit," recalled Joe Ditomasso.
1 year ago
Delmarva Power proposes ‘one of the largest’ rate hikes in its history
Delmarva Power has filed an application with the state’s Public Service Commission to increase its electric distribution rate by $72.3 million.
1 year ago
Pay for your SEPTA ride with a tap of your phone, and take your friends along
The agency’s mobile payment pilot is now open to all — though it’s not meant to replace your Key card.
1 year ago
Community projects selected for Philly’s celebration of America’s 250th birthday
Philadelphia250 has selected three community-based projects to develop to mark the nation’s semiquincentennial.
1 year ago
Philly synagogue leans into sci-fi building, celebrating Hanukkah with laser light show
Pew! Pew! Frank Lloyd Wright’s futuristic synagogue gets the sci-fi treatment for the Festival of Lights.
1 year ago