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Cheltenham bans single-use plastic straws, utensils and expanded polystyrene food products

Any retailer caught violating the ordinance could be subject to a minimum $500 fine. The township already bans the distribution of single-use plastic bags.

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Fed-up Eagles push back on criticism of tush push ahead of playoff rematch with Rams

The Philadelphia Eagles are defending their controversial tush push play amid criticism from people around the NFL.

3 months ago

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Greater Philadelphia immigrants fuel population, economic growth, report says

Here are six key takeaways from the report and a panel discussion hosted by The Welcoming Center and WHYY on Thursday.

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At vigil for Charlie Kirk in Northeast Philly, a call for healing

The conservative activist’s supporters mourned his death, and many said they hoped his example might bring the country closer.

4 months ago

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‘Peer pressure’: Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer holds listening sessions on the causes of gang and gun violence

Wilmington community activists and state officials discussed various causes of gun violence, including poverty and lack of positive male influences.

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Lawnside Historical Society marks 35th anniversary of preserving Underground Railroad and borough history

The organization will celebrate with new exhibits and an interpretation of Harriet Tubman.

4 months ago

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Justice Sotomayor discusses her new book in Philadelphia, how her mother impacted her work on the Supreme Court

The first Latina Supreme Court justice spoke with WHYY’s Cherri Gregg and answered fan-submitted questions throughout the event.

4 months ago

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Philadelphia
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Billy Penn

Philly’s Cycling Classic returns, after near-decade absence, in 2026

The event — with its iconic climb of the Manayunk Wall — will slide into the city’s jam-packed sports calendar late next summer.

4 months ago

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Philadelphia
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Phillies get an early start on ‘Red October’ after clinching the NL East. Here’s how to watch the playoffs

The Phillies will be looking to add more flags to the Citizens Bank Park outfield this fall as they aim to win another NL Pennant and the World Series.

4 months ago

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WHYY’s Delaware Desk to host a ‘pop-up’ newsroom in downtown Wilmington

The event is designed to give residents a chance to speak with WHYY News reporters and offer story suggestions.

4 months ago

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Philadelphia

How Philadelphia’s colonial-era taverns helped shape early American life

Ahead of the U.S. semiquincentennial, WHYY is exploring the city’s brewing roots.

4 months ago

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Delaware
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Brandywine River Restoration Trust removes second dam as part of its restoration project

Crews are dismantling Brandywine River dams to restore fish migration, improve water quality and reconnect a waterway shaped by industry.

4 months ago

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Mexican Independence Day Festival attracts thousands to Penn’s Landing to celebrate the ‘vibrant people’ of the region

In its 25th year, the Philly festival took place Sunday in the face of ongoing ICE operations.

4 months ago

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Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Philly AIDS Thrift’s 20th anniversary block party draws a big crowd

Organizers said Saturday's event was nearly twice as large as any of the previous 19 block parties.

4 months ago

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Philadelphia
Protests

Philly activists rally to protect President’s House history as Trump deadline to remove exhibits depicting slavery nears

The Trump administration has given a Sept. 17 deadline for federal agencies to remove materials that highlight the darker parts of American history.

4 months ago

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