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Death toll from Maui fire climbs to 93, becoming deadliest in modern U.S. history
Rescue teams continue to search for survivors on the Hawaiian island after wildfires destroyed much of the historic town of Lahaina.
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3 killed after quadruple shooting on North Philadelphia basketball court
Philadelphia Police Deputy Commissioner James Kelly said at least 50 bullets and several guns were used in this shooting.
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The cause of the blast remains under investigation by the county fire marshal, but officials warn that it could take months or even years.
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Arrest made after shots fired at Clementon Park and Splash World in Camden County
The incident began when a fight broke out at the park while it was still open to the public.
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The festival, held each year in rural Perkiomenville, Montgomery County, celebrates the life, food, and culture of 18th- and 19th-century German settlers.
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N.J. Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver celebrated in her hometown of Newark
The pride of Essex County was remembered by many and eulogized by the Rev. Al Sharpton.
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Delaware County team advances to Little League World Series with walk-off two-run homer
The Delaware County, Pennsylvania squad defeated Washington, D.C. in the Mid-Atlantic Regional championship Friday.
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The story of how bubble gum was invented by a Philadelphia candy accountant
He worked for the Fleer Corporation, which had great luck with Chiclets and was also known for trading cards.
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Survivors of the deadly Maui wildfires start returning to ruins. The death toll is likely to rise
Officials raised the death toll to at least 80 and warned that it could rise again as search efforts continued.
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Nicetown CDC offering a beacon, lighting the way to less violence in Philadelphia
The Nicetown Community Development Corporation is looking to a new administration for the help they need to wage a long-term fight on violence.
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Listen 1:128 phun phacts (yes) about Michael Lorenzen’s legendary Phillies no-hitter
The Philly newcomer is from a high school that produces ace pitchers, apparently! And his Vans are going to the Baseball Hall of Fame.
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Dorney Park announces new roller coaster for 2024: Iron Menace
Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom released CGI animations of what visitors can expect on Iron Menace in 2024.
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“I did not feel my legs,” Wilson recalled of his trip around the bases.
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New Jersey begins a 3-day celebration honoring Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver
The Garden State’s first Black lieutenant governor will be remembered over the next three days.
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6 people hurt after 2 SEPTA buses crash in South Philly
It’s the tenth crash involving a SEPTA vehicle so far this year, and the third reported this week.
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