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Amir Sidiqi and Kevin Haney reunited after Sidiqi fled Kabul. (Courtesy of Amir Sidiqi)
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His Delco high school teacher helped him escape Afghanistan. Now, he wants to go back to rebuild it

Amir Sidiqi is back in Delaware County through the unexpected help of his former Strath Haven English teacher, who made a lifesaving connection.

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Philadelphia Flyers to be fully vaccinated for the start of the NHL season

The full roster of players, coaches, and hockey operations staff plan to be fully vaccinated by Oct. 12 season start.

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Amazon to add ‘several thousand’ jobs in Philly and surrounding area

The company, which has come under fire for workplace issues, promises an average of $18 an hour plus benefits.

4 years ago

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The pandemic labor market through the eyes of Philly’s immigrant restaurant workers

The lack of safety net in the undocumented immigrant community pushed many towards other jobs. But vacancies in restaurants also gave them newfound leverage.

4 years ago

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Worker killed in accident at Three Mile Island

A worker at the deactivated Three Mile Island nuclear plant in Dauphin County died in an accident at the plant last week, officials said.

4 years ago

A recent Department of Justice report criticized the FBI for its handling of abuse claims against former USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar, pictured. (Jeff Kowalsky/AFP via Getty Images)
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Gymnasts Simone Biles, Aly Raisman to testify at senate hearing on Larry Nassar case

Four decorated gymnasts will testify at a U.S. Senate hearing this week regarding the FBI's shortcomings in investigating the Larry Nassar case.

4 years ago

Gritty skates on the ice
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The Flyers have a ’new-look roster.’ Now they need a new goal song

In a first for the franchise, the Philadelphia Flyers are asking for fans’ help in selecting a new goal song.

4 years ago

Neighbors in the Crossfire
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Regional Roundup – 9/13/21

Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson on grants going to community organizations throughout Philadelphia to help combat gun violence. And, the Fringe Festival turns 25.

Air Date: September 13, 2021 10:00 am

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Eagles fans at the Evil Genius Beer Company
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Eagles fans optimistic as new season kicks off, but wary after too many ‘broken hearts’

At a tailgate block party in Fishtown, people were excited for a fresh start with a new coach and quarterback, but tempered their expectations after too many “broken hearts.”

4 years ago

Perreystead Cream Cheese
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Billy Penn

Making *real* Philadelphia cream cheese inside a Kensington shipping container

At Perrystead Dairy, the mission is the milk.

4 years ago

East Cheltenham Library
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Need for costly repairs is forcing the temporary closure of two Cheltenham libraries

The American Library Association said the township’s issues are common: Similar infrastructure problems plague public libraries across the country.

4 years ago

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At the Garden of Reflection, looking back on the passing of so many on 9/11

About 200 people gathered for a ceremony in Lower Makefield Township, Bucks County, to honor those who lost their lives exactly 20 years ago.

4 years ago

Jesse Smith, a research curator at the Science History Institute
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Exhibition traces a 200-year history of water pollution in Philadelphia

The Science History Institute opens “Downstream,” a historical exhibition of the science behind Delaware River watershed analysis.

4 years ago

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More money available to help struggling businesses in Camden County

Camden County is making another $10 million in federal aid available to struggling businesses to help them survive the COVID-19 delta surge.

4 years ago

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