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Philadelphia’s historic Christ Church tests its fire sprinkler system ahead of renovations
In reaction to concerns about the fire at Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Old City church tests its “deluge” suppression system.
5 years ago
North Broad gets another go for Philly Free Streets in August
On August 3, North Broad Street from City Hall to Butler Avenue will host the event for the second consecutive year.
5 years ago
NJ Transit resuming rail service to Atlantic City, Princeton
New Jersey Transit will resume service on its Atlantic City and Princeton "Dinky" lines on May 12, about two weeks earlier than it had anticipated.
5 years ago
Critics slam PSEG’s notice of nuclear shutdown on eve of subsidy decision
Foes say it’s an effort to intimidate Board of Public Utilities as it decides whether big subsidies are merited for three nuclear units in South Jersey.
5 years ago
Fireball streaks across southern Jersey Shore sky
Commenters on the Cool Cape May Facebook page reported seeing the vivid fireball and feeling shaking.
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Columbine survivors send kids to schools altered by attack
The emotional toll of the shooting that killed 12 classmates and a teacher has been amplified by fears about their own kids' safety.
5 years ago
Pennsylvania to close popular hiking trail, citing safety
Glen Onoko has been the scene of dozens of serious accidents over the years, and several deaths, straining the region's all-volunteer fire departments.
5 years ago
Why the MLB All-Star Game in Philly was announced 7 years early
There’s the semiquincentennial celebration — but also a sad, personal reason.
5 years ago
2026 MLB All-Star Game will be in Philadelphia
Baseball's 2026 All-Star Game will be played in Philadelphia to mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
5 years ago
Local Sudanese happy to see longtime dictator al-Bashir removed
These sentiments echoed through the approximately 3,000 members of the Sudanese community in greater Philadelphia this weekend.
5 years ago
French expatriates in Philly remember the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris as a landmark of their youth, and they wonder if it will ever be the same after Monday’s fire.
5 years ago
Mail for the homeless: A local lifeline for people off the grid
Since 2010, Broad Street Ministry has served as a kind of post office for people experiencing homelessness. Those who comes in can claim the ministry’s address as their own.
5 years ago
Philly councilwoman calls for Free Library director to step down
Philadelphia Councilwoman Cindy Bass called for new leadership at the city’s library system following allegations of workplace bias and discrimination.
5 years ago
Delaware food bank opens expanded facility to help meet needs of 114,000
The Food Bank of Delaware expands ability to help more than 114,000 residents in the state who struggle with food insecurity.
5 years ago
Massive fire engulfs beloved Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris
Firefighters continue working as massive blaze in brought under control at the French capital's iconic Notre Dame Cathedral.
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