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Blue Jackets' Johnny Gaudreau's family
New Jersey
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Gaudreau Family 5K Run/Walk and Family Day to honor NHL star’s legacy and support inclusive playground

The sold out race at Washington Lake Park in Sewell, Gloucester County, will also include several activities to honor the local hockey stars.

9 months ago

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Protesters outside in the rain under umbrellas
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Energy
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Electricity bills in Pa., Del., N.J. to rise starting June 1. Advocates say more renewables would lower future costs

PECO bills are set to increase around $8 a month starting June 1, as demand for electricity rises.

9 months ago

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Pride participants wave the largest Pride flag in Pa.
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Billy Penn

Pride Month is around the corner! Here are some ways you can celebrate

We put together a list of ways you can celebrate the LGBTQ+ communities around the city.

9 months ago

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WHYY News wins 4 Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards

Honorees were recognized for excellence in digital and broadcast. The award is considered among the highest honors in journalism.

9 months ago

Police are seen on the scene of a mass shooting in Fairmount Park
Gun Violence
Philadelphia
Public Safety

Philadelphia police to boost presence in Fairmount Park after 2 killed, 9 wounded in Memorial Day mass shooting

Mayor Cherelle Parker urged parents to be the eyes and ears of city officials to prevent mass shootings like the one that occurred on Memorial Day.

9 months ago

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Bella GreenWolf and Daniel GreenWolf breathe fire to cap off their performance. (Kenny Cooper/WHYY)
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Philadelphia
Public Spaces

Philadelphia Renaissance Faire offers medieval magic

The third annual Philadelphia Renaissance Faire finished its three-day run Monday with artisans, contests, demonstrations, games and performances galore.

9 months ago

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Musical bands played patriotic tunes during the Doylestown Memorial Day parade.
Community Events
Military
Pennsylvania
Public Spaces

Doylestown Memorial Day parade honors America’s fallen soldiers in 157th year

About 15,000 people attended a historic Memorial Day parade in Doylestown, Pennsylvania to honor military veterans from all conflicts.

9 months ago

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The Seaport Boat Shop at the Independence Seaport Museum
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History
Philadelphia

A replica of the boat George Washington used in ‘Crossing of the Delaware’ is coming to Bucks County

As America celebrates its semiquincentennial in 2026, visitors can hearken back to the Revolutionary War inside the 40-foot Durham boat along the Delaware River.

9 months ago

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Trenton City Hall
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New Jersey

WHYY News is hosting a pop-up newsroom in Trenton, New Jersey with community members. You’re invited

Residents can discuss story ideas and ask questions during an upcoming WHYY News pop-up newsroom in the City Hall atrium.

9 months ago

A member of the Army keels by a tombstone in Section 60 of Arlington National Cemetery
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History
Military
National

What is Memorial Day and how has it evolved from its Civil War origins?

The first national observance was shortly after the American Civil War and was then called Decoration Day. Veterans decorated war graves with blooming flowers.

9 months ago

Philly Community Wireless volunteers install an outdoor wireless system
Income Inequality
Philadelphia
Technology
Billy Penn

Philly’s ‘Power Up Tour’ focuses on digital equity, device access around city

The program is giving away 500 laptops to those in need. It’s just one initiative the city is using to promote digital equity.

9 months ago

Affordable home built in Georgetown Delaware
Delaware
Housing
Income Inequality

Tiny homes in Georgetown, Delaware aim to redefine ‘affordability’

A 20-home project is just the beginning. The Little Living housing effort is expanding, with eyes set on Milford.

9 months ago

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Philly Elmo whacks Tesla
Philadelphia
Politics
Billy Penn

Philly Democratic PAC smashes (their own) Tesla to protest Musk and DOGE

FUBAR PAC offered a sledgehammer, a wrench and “Chuck Schumer pool noodle” to participants angry with the Trump administration and GOP’s funding cuts.

9 months ago

Basketball coach Dawn Staley's book
Studio 2
Philadelphia
Sports

Dawn Staley on her new book ‘Uncommon Favor’

Basketball phenom and former Temple coach Dawn Staley has a new book. She talks about growing up in the projects in North Philadelphia, the fight for equal pay, and more.

Air Date: May 22, 2025 12:00 pm

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Long time Rehoboth Beach visitors pose for photo on benches at boardwalk
Delaware
Food & Drink
Public Spaces

‘Loss of a tradition’: Rehoboth’s boardwalk faces growing pains as new hotel and patrol building take shape

As Memorial Day weekend approaches, demolition continues on the Delaware beach town’s boardwalk to make way for a new hotel and beach patrol building.

9 months ago

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