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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.
10 months ago
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.
10 months ago
East Passyunk Restaurant Week is here … and so are the deals
Organizers emphasize value at the event, which runs through March 7.
10 months ago
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.
10 months ago
Listen 0:54‘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.
10 months ago
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.
10 months ago
Listen 1:03Marian 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
Listen 1:30The Gather Food Hall and Bar will open on the ground floor of the Bulletin Building, the historic former home of the Philadelphia Bulletin newspaper.
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Since 2017, the small business has expanded as a hub for Black culture and community.
10 months ago
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
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
Project Unloaded's report, Triggering, outlines strategies to improve mental health, prevent suicides, and enhance community safety concerning gun issues.
10 months ago
Listen 1:02Quinceañera 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
Listen 2:08Junkyard 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
Trump administration fires about 400 IRS workers in Philadelphia
Terminated accountant describes fear and “sense of authoritarianism” at purged office.
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