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Counting Philly’s Cambodians in the 2020 census: ‘We aren’t invisible’
Philadelphia has the 4th largest Cambodian population among U.S. cities, and a local organization says the 2010 count was low by several thousand.
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This map shows the wild, 24-mile ambulance police chase through Northeast Philly
A man driving a stolen ambulance Friday night led police on a wild, slow-moving car chase that lasted more than an hour and covered at least 24 miles through Northeast Philly.
4 years ago
In Philly, how will the 2020 Census count people experiencing homelessness?
The last time Robert Clark filled out the United States Census form, he had a well-paying job, a house, and no criminal record. But in 2010, Clark lost his job.
4 years ago
Facing lifeguard recruitment problems, Shore town significantly raises pay
Stone Harbor has responded to a problem of recruiting and retaining lifeguards through a significant pay hike.
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Lemurs, flamingos and more: Big changes coming to Delaware’s only zoo
Three species of lemurs and some tortoises will make a new Madagascar exhibit their home later this year at the 115-year-old Wilmington attraction.
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From ‘broke single mom’ to Fulbright: An N.J. woman’s inspiring turnaround
‘Your life has worth. Go after the things you want,’ Stockton University Prof. Emily Van Duyne tweeted on learning she’d won the prestigious fellowship.
4 years ago
Listen 2:22Once again, loud boom shakes portion of South Jersey
Residents in South Jersey experienced shaking and felt a loud boom Thursday morning, according to published reports.
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Airbnb offering one-night stays in Jersey Shore’s mighty mammal, Lucy the Elephant
The Save Lucy Committee announced that three guests will get a chance to book an overnight stay within the storied walls for either March 17, 18 or 19 — for $138.
4 years ago
Power outages possible at the Jersey Shore Thursday with strong wind gusts
Forecasters say strong wind gusts Thursday at the Jersey Shore might spur power outages.
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At this barbershop in Chambersburg, Pa., red, blue and other come together for conversations of political ‘grace and mercy.’
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Listen 5:20Sakeenah Benjamin was 10 years old when her cousin was killed right around the corner from her house. Sixteen years later, she is still dealing with the pain.
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Celebrate Leap Day with food, flowers and music in this week’s ‘Things To Do’
What’s happening in Philly, New Jersey and Delaware: Philly Flower Show, Kennett Square’s Winterfest, Shine A Light concert in Wilmington and St. Paddy’s Day kicks off in N.J.
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Listen 4:15‘Gives me hope’: How low-paid workers rose up against stagnant wages
When some fast-food workers in New York went on strike in 2012, they had no idea it was the beginning of an unlikely movement that would propel an economic revolution.
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Multiple people dead in Milwaukee shooting at Molson Coors
Police tweeted that there was no longer an active threat. Authorities did not immediately release details about the shooter or how the shooting unfolded.
4 years ago
Van Drew supports Jersey Shore town in FEMA storm repayment dispute
A Jersey Shore town still recovering from Superstorm Sandy is receiving the help of a congressman in its battle with the FEMA over fund repayment.
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