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The Roots street sign is already up at South and Passyunk, surprising Questlove
“Hell of a way to find out,” the Tonight Show drummer said. “Wow.”
7 years ago
Why Philly’s ‘Safe Bars’ program stalled, and how it might get fixed
Other cities have been much more successful in adopting the sexual violence prevention training.
7 years ago
‘It’s re-victimization all over again,’ clergy abuse victim says of Harrisburg diocese’s bankruptcy
“You cannot put a price tag on validation. And you cannot put a price tag on reclaiming power."
7 years ago
Del. piggybacks on county law limiting construction landfills to 140 feet in height
Waste Management Inc. sought a major “vertical expansion.’’ But action by New Castle County Council and the Delaware General Assembly quashed the bid.
7 years ago
Wilmington Public Library hosts LeVar Burton for storytime with children
“Reading out loud to children is one of the most pure forms of storytelling I know,” said LeVar Burton.
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Listen 1:51After N. Philly quadruple shooting, rapid response teams hope to prevent more violence
After a quadruple shooting in North Philly, the city’s rapid response teams offered counseling. But residents say they want help to stop the bleeding.
7 years ago
Illadelph forever: Philly street named for The Roots
Come May, the section of East Passyunk Avenue between South Street and Bainbridge Street will be officially dedicated to the local hip-hop legends.
7 years ago
What happens next, now that the refinery’s future seems wide open?
First, Philadelphia Energy Solutions and buyer Hilco Redevelopment Partners have to meet several legal obligations before the sale can close.
7 years ago
Charges bounce off ‘Superman’ during Camden fifth graders’ mock trial
Camden 5th graders learned about bias, evidence, witnesses and legal standards in a mock trial at Rutgers Camden Law School.
7 years ago
Woman dead, three men wounded after shooting near North Philly school
The four victims were on 11th and Thompson streets shortly before 4 p.m. when a gunman opened fire.
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What’s happening in Philly, New Jersey and Delaware: African American film pioneer homored, French composers night out and Tony nominated play at DTC
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Listen 4:52An electric utility company that serves more than a million customers in 13 New Jersey counties is seeking a customer rate increase.
7 years ago
Delaware shelter operators react to death of four people living in the woods
The Wilmington News Journal reports the deaths may have been caused by carbon monoxide poisoning from a propane tank used for heat.
7 years ago
Refugee docents help bring Penn Museum’s global collection to life
Attendance at the Penn Museum has shot up since the Global Guides first tours in 2018. Refugee and immigrant docents receive training in ancient history and storytelling.
7 years ago
The true story behind Philly’s famous ‘Boner 4ever’ graffiti
Two artists linked up to create North Broad’s most prominent tag.
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