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On the anniversary of the Pleasantville shooting, survivor Isaiah Green explains how he keeps alive the memory of a 10-year-old killed in the crossfire.
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Listen 5:12Ivy League cancels winter sports because of COVID-19
The Ivy League became the first Division I conference this year to cancel all winter sports, including men’s and women’s basketball.
5 years ago
Child, 4, seriously hurt, man killed in North Philadelphia shooting
The girl was shot in the chest, shoulder and arm while standing in the doorway of a home, police said
5 years ago
Rider student celebrates Coast Guard enlistment on campus
Scott Ruskan of Oxford, N.J. will ship out for Coast Guard training after he graduates with an accounting degree in 2021.
5 years ago
‘Swamp Hotel’ bought by New Castle County for $19.5M to serve homeless people
The remote hotel near wetlands off I-95 south of Wilmington led to struggles attracting guests. The county snapped it up at auction using federal coronavirus relief money.
5 years ago
Listen 2:32Iconic South Philly pretzel shop asks for help to reopen after power surge
After four decades in business, family-owned Center City Pretzel Co. is fighting for survival.
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Stressors, stigma and self-care were the focus of a virtual community conversation sponsored Wednesday night by WHYY.
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This week’s “Things to Do” features Jewish culture celebrated virtually, an online dance party, and the return of ice skating.
5 years ago
Listen 5:48The census is not over: What’s ahead during the Biden transition
Some major final steps for the 2020 census are set to take place during the transition from President Trump to President-elect Joe Biden.
5 years ago
Planning, protection, and promises: Developer responds to pushback on proposed Bucks County quarry
H&K Group, which proposes a 2-pit quarry in Springfield Twp., pledged noise protection, environmental reclamation and a commitment to work with residents.
5 years ago
Veterans Day in 2020: Quiet parades, somber virtual events
Cemeteries were silent as well, as many traditional ceremonies were canceled. With infections raging nationwide, several veterans homes are fighting new outbreaks.
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US deports migrant women who alleged abuse by Georgia doctor
ICE has already deported six former patients who complained about Dr. Mahendra Amin, who has been accused of operating on migrant women without their consent.
5 years ago
West Philly voters want Biden to deliver on police reform, education and an ‘even’ playing field
We talked to West Philadelphia voters about their White House wish list under a Biden-Harris administration.
5 years ago
Boot & Saddle is closing, long live the Boot & Saddle sign
The indie music venue is closing so sister concert hall Union Transfer can live on, owners said.
5 years ago
First-place Eagles have a cushion despite losing record
While the Eagles (3-4-1) rested and recovered during their bye, they didn’t lose any ground in the NFC East.
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