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Transforming Philly public transit: Riders advocate for a streamlined service
In the last of three conversations, participants at WHYY News’ Bridging Blocks event discussed cleanliness and rider etiquette.
9 months ago
Meet the West Philly man who rented a billboard to find a date
Sick of swiping on the apps, Dave has put himself out there, near 34th and Wharton Street.
9 months ago
Philadelphia police warn vehicle owners of smashed window thefts
Police are posting signs in affected neighborhoods reminding drivers to not leave any valuables unattended.
9 months ago
Listen :56Bethlehem’s Moravian Church settlement added to list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites
The 10-acre settlement joins Philadelphia’s Independence Hall and Stewart Township’s Fallingwater on the list.
9 months ago
Listen 0:5033 cats, 3 dogs rescued from deplorable conditions inside Bucks County hotel room
Images show the cats huddled together underneath the bed where they lived for months.
9 months ago
A stone discovered in a Bucks County cave brings the Doan Gang legend closer to the truth
A carved stone was recently discovered in a Bucks County cave. It is evidence of movements by a Bucks County band of Revolutionary outlaws.
9 months ago
Listen 1:17Olympic legend Jackie Joyner-Kersee inspires Philly business leaders ahead of Paris Games
The women’s heptathlon world record holder and U.S. long jump great talked about overcoming adversity on and off the track.
9 months ago
Firefighters from near and far descended on Chester County for day one of the 2024 Northeast Regional Classic of the Firefighter Challenge Championship Series.
9 months ago
Listen 1:05The Wells Fargo Center is getting renamed. Now’s your chance: Name that jawn!
The banking giant is not renewing its naming rights deal after August 2025. But what would a good replacement be?
9 months ago
Wells Fargo planning to drop name from South Philadelphia sports arena
The financial services company says it will take its name off the sports arena next year when its contract expires.
9 months ago
Riders discuss possibilities, shortfalls of public transit at Bridging Blocks event
In the second of three conversations, participants of WHYY News’ Bridging Blocks asked for reliable transit and funding for the region’s public transportation.
9 months ago
City of Chester offers eligible business owners up to $50,000 to beautify their facades
Pennsylvania’s oldest city is long overdue for a makeover — and officials want to foot the bill.
9 months ago
Listen 1:00New Jersey officials vying for Philadelphia 76ers to open new arena in Garden State
The Sixers already moved their practice facility and corporate headquarters to Camden in 2016.
9 months ago
3 dead, 6 injured in West Philadelphia mass shooting
The shooting is believed to have stemmed from a fight at a large gathering with reportedly more than 100 people.
10 months ago
Listen :47A Camden program is helping lower-wage earners become homeowners
An organization founded by a priest in Camden, NJ is giving lower-income wage-earners a chance to become homeowners.
10 months ago