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Kensington kids are loving the new summer programming in McPherson Square

“They should put a fence around the park and give *us* the keys,” said one fourth grader.

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Philadelphia
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Employees at a Center City Philly Starbucks go on strike

The employees allege an unfair work environment, intimidation, refusal to allow union reps to be present, reduced work hours, and retaliation since they voted to form a union.

4 years ago

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FBI: No sign of Jimmy Hoffa under New Jersey bridge

The decadeslong mystery turned last year to land next to a former landfill under the Pulaski Skyway in Jersey City.

4 years ago

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Housing
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Philadelphia

UC Townhomes residents face court hearing as landlords work to break up encampment

An in-person hearing is slated to take place Friday at City Hall.

4 years ago

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Gun Violence
National

American gun violence has immense costs beyond the death toll, new studies find

Two new studies outline the massive financial, social and healthcare costs of America's gun violence epidemic on victims and the large pool of often forgotten survivors.

4 years ago

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Philadelphia
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Sixers propose move to new Center City arena at Fashion District called ’76 Place’

The team's lease at the Wells Fargo Center is up in 2031.

4 years ago

Chester County has numerous sites of historical significance, including this building, which was the site of the first Pennsylvania Women’s Rights Convention in 1852. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Economic Development
Pennsylvania
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Chester County plans to strengthen historic tourism to help rebound from the pandemic

A contractor will develop a plan to help the county prepare for Chesco’s celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary in 2026.

4 years ago

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Environment
Philadelphia
Sustainability

Federal funding will help restore free-flowing water at Heinz Refuge’s Henderson Marsh

Federal funding will help restore the hydrology at Henderson Marsh, allowing fish to migrate, eat, and reproduce.

4 years ago

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Philadelphia
Public Health

What a ‘Code Red’ and a ‘Heat Health Emergency’ mean for Philly residents

During extremely hot weather, Philadelphia officials will declare a Code Red and/or a Heat Health Emergency. Here’s what they mean, and how you can help.

4 years ago

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Energy
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PECO monitoring energy demand as Philly ‘Heat Health Emergency’ declared

PECO says it hasn’t dealt with any heat-related outages so far, but temperatures are expected to keep climbing this week.

4 years ago

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Income Inequality
Infrastructure
Philadelphia

Philadelphia water shutoffs delayed again due to ‘Heat Health Emergency’ declaration

Water shutoffs for delinquent accounts will be delayed once again because a citywide “Heat Health Emergency” has been declared.

4 years ago

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Philadelphia
Race & Ethnicity
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Breaking barriers on Boathouse Row

Philly is home to the only Black-owned rowing company in U.S. sports.

4 years ago

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Homelessness
Housing
Pennsylvania

Montco releases plans for pandemic recovery funds, with a focus on affordable housing

Montgomery County will collect community feedback before recovery act plans are finalized by County commissioners in August.

4 years ago

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PlanPhilly
Infrastructure
Philadelphia
Public Safety

Philly tap water is A-OK, according to latest report

The Philadelphia Water Department tests for about 100 contaminants, and says none exceeded state or federal standards.

4 years ago

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Race & Ethnicity
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Sesame Place issues apology after viral video shows Black children being passed over at parade

The theme park says it will take actions to “do better,” including training employees to “deliver an inclusive, equitable, and entertaining experience.”

4 years ago

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