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9 months after Kensington cleanup, Philly officials offer progress report

Since last May, there’s been a 57% reduction in shootings in Kensington, and police have seized 24,000 grams of fentanyl, according to city officials.

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Packers propose banning the tush push used so successfully by the Eagles

Philadelphia often uses the play, in which two teammates push quarterback Jalen Hurts forward to help him gain yardage. NFL owners could vote on the proposal next month.

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East Passyunk Restaurant Week is here … and so are the deals

Organizers emphasize value at the event, which runs through March 7.

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SPS Technologies faces class-action lawsuit following Jenkintown fire

The four-alarm fire at the aerospace product manufacturing facility triggered school closures, shelter-in-place orders and voluntary evacuations.

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‘It feels like something important to us died’: More UArts staff reflect on its closure

We talked to more staff about how things ended and how they are (still) transitioning — 8 months later.

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Restoring history: Renovations begin at the Camden house where Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once lived

The house was badly damaged by a fire two years ago. The restoration work to turn it into a museum is expected to be completed by 2026.

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Marian Anderson’s legacy celebrated during rededication ceremony at Tindley Temple

Tindley Temple United Methodist Church held a special service Sunday to honor the civil rights pioneer and opera singer.

10 months ago

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Philadelphia

A food hall with local vendors, a bar and social programming is coming to Philly’s historic Bulletin Building

The Gather Food Hall and Bar will open on the ground floor of the Bulletin Building, the historic former home of the Philadelphia Bulletin newspaper.

10 months ago

Shaykh Anwar Muhammad opened The Black Reserve Bookstore in 2017. (Emily Neil/WHYY News)
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Pennsylvania

‘The Black Panther of Lansdale’: A Black-owned bookstore builds community, highlights Black entrepreneurs

Since 2017, the small business has expanded as a hub for Black culture and community.

10 months ago

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Multiple people rescued, several injured after apartment building fire in Bridgeport, Montco

Initial reports are that one unit was involved, causing smoke to fill the building and forcing everyone to evacuate.

10 months ago

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Fears heightened as ICE detains several people in Chester County

Video from the Facebook group ¿Qué Pasa, Kennett Square? shows federal agents outside of a tire shop on Baltimore Pike taking people away in handcuffs.

10 months ago

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Philadelphia

Many Gen Zers deal with higher rates of mental health challenges and firearm suicides, according to a new report

Project Unloaded's report, Triggering, outlines strategies to improve mental health, prevent suicides, and enhance community safety concerning gun issues.

10 months ago

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Delaware
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Quinceañera Expo returns to Delaware: A celebration of culture, community and Latina empowerment

Young Latinas will showcase elegant dresses at Delaware’s Quinceañera Expo, a celebration with resources for future quinceañeras and the Latino community.

10 months ago

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Junkyard fire sends plumes of heavy smoke over Camden

The call came in around 5 p.m. Friday for flames showing on the 1400 block of South Front Street.

10 months ago

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Trump administration fires about 400 IRS workers in Philadelphia

Terminated accountant describes fear and “sense of authoritarianism” at purged office.

10 months ago

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