Community
Homelessness is on the rise in Montco, which shuttered two shelter facilities over the summer. Officials hope a new shelter can serve as a model for other townships.
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Critics say local TV news graphic frames Roxborough shooting like a ‘video game’
An exec at CBS Philadelphia said the image is no longer in use.
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As officials prepare to clean up an illegal dump site in Camden’s Bergen Square neighborhood, concerns about the health of residents are raised.
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First responders deploy from Philadelphia to aid victims of Hurricane Ian
The convoy will travel more than 600 miles from Philly to Columbia, South Carolina, where they will receive further orders on where to provide aid.
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Check out one of Pennsylvania’s new state parks: Big Elk Creek in Chester County
The Big Elk Creek State Park will ask the community how they want to how they want to use the park.
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Pointing to success elsewhere in Philly, advocates say the BID is just what the corridor needs.
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Massive junkyard fire sends black plume of smoke into Philadelphia sky
A massive junkyard fire in Philadelphia's Hunting Park section was sending a black plume of smoke into the sky on Tuesday evening.
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14-year-old killed, four students injured in shooting near Roxborough High School
According to Philadelphia police, at least two shooters ambushed a group of teenagers following football scrimmages.
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Listen 1:18Rehoboth hosts update on wind projects off Delaware beaches
The Rehoboth Beach commissioners offered an update Tuesday on a pair of offshore wind projects proposed off the Delaware coast.
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Delaware town again votes to fund Confederate flag-flying museum
The second vote to fund Georgetown’s Marvel Museum comes after the state AG said Council violated open meeting laws when they re-issued a $25,000 check.
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Acclaimed South Indian restaurant Amma’s opens a third location in University City
Expect spicy, vegetable-focused dishes and a family atmosphere, with lots of room for large groups.
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Camden officials take over illegal dumpsite to begin cleanup
Long a nuisance in Camden’s Bergen Square neighborhood, officials cut the chain to access an illegal dumpsite that includes a 70,000-ton toxic dirt pile.
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Penn students accuse school of ‘intimidation’ at housing, climate protest encampment
Students have camped out for over a week, demanding the school divest from fossil fuels and help save the UC Townhomes. They say they’re facing backlash.
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How some businesses flounder with Hispanic Heritage Month marketing efforts
From superheroes praising tacos to an improper tilde, many businesses fail to connect with members of the community during Hispanic Heritage Month.
4 years ago
Philadelphia Museum of Art workers strike, again
The union says management has stalled in negotiations for a first contract.
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