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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.
3 months ago
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
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.
4 months ago
Listen 1:00At 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
Wilmington community activists and state officials discussed various causes of gun violence, including poverty and lack of positive male influences.
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Listen 1:37The organization will celebrate with new exhibits and an interpretation of Harriet Tubman.
4 months ago
The first Latina Supreme Court justice spoke with WHYY’s Cherri Gregg and answered fan-submitted questions throughout the event.
4 months ago
Listen 1:19Philly’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
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
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
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
Listen 5:46Brandywine 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
Listen 1:12In its 25th year, the Philly festival took place Sunday in the face of ongoing ICE operations.
4 months ago
Listen 1:35Philly 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
The Trump administration has given a Sept. 17 deadline for federal agencies to remove materials that highlight the darker parts of American history.
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