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Paul George signs $212 million, four-year deal with the Philadelphia 76ers
At 34, George is still elite — averaging 22.6 points this past season, the ninth consecutive season in which he has averaged at least 20 points per game.
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Chester County hayfields can be traps for baby birds. A collaboration aims to make them havens
Chester County farmers, conservationists and landowners are working together to help baby birds successfully leave the nest.
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Listen 4:56Officials in Upper Merion Township begin second phase of single-use plastic ban
Public establishments within the Montgomery County township will no longer be allowed to offer plastic utensils.
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Philly small business owners are adjusting to the new ‘status quo’
For the second year in a row, a majority of area small businesses reported being in “poor” or “fair” financial condition in 2023.
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WHYY ‘Black Men in Media’ summit tackles stereotypes, diversity in media
At WHYY’s day-long event, experienced Black journalists shared their career insights on shifting media narratives about the Black community.
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Listen 1:35A long Fourth of July week means heavy traffic in Philly and beyond
Millions are hitting the roads in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware, which will likely cause traffic delays over the next several days.
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New Jersey American Water finalizes acquisition of Salem city water and sewer systems
New Jersey American Water said its top priority is addressing the toxic PFAS in Salem's water system.
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Listen 1:14Pa. state Rep. Brian Munroe said the closure is a “symptom” of an “ongoing onslaught” on abortion rights.
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Listen :55Wayward bear’s journey across northern Delaware ends after car strike
The bear affectionately known as “Delabear” on social media met a tragic end after being hit by a car on a Delaware highway.
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Listen 1:01WHYY News joins Every Voice, Every Vote initiative to expand access to civic news and information
The grant funding will support community-centered projects that prioritize solutions-focused accountability reporting and civic engagement.
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Wilmington’s Cool Spring Park introduces new amphitheater and outdoor classroom
The Delaware park has seen significant changes over the past year, including new bilingual signs along its trails.
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Upgrades will address aging infrastructure, HVAC issues, failing systems, limited space for programming and visitors and parking constraints.
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U.S. Congress could come to Philly in 2026 for a commemorative session
Sessions outside of Washington, D.C. are rare. There have only been two since the Capitol moved there from Philadelphia in 1800.
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Listen 1:13The James Farm Ecological Preserve will add a new educational campus to enhance visitor engagement and environmental education.
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Listen 1:19AFAHO in Southwest Philly celebrates African and Caribbean culture
90% of the students enrolled in the organization’s after-school program are immigrants or refugees from African countries.
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