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Look! Up in the sky! It’s the Easter chopper, delivering sweet treats to the Northeast!
It was a Philadelphia first: an aerially assisted Easter egg hunt in Northeast Philadelphia.
6 years ago
Prison for forced addiction treatment? A parent’s ‘last resort’ has consequences
In the last fiscal year, more than 6,500 Massachusetts residents were ordered into treatment this way.
6 years ago
Disciplining kids without yelling: Readers tell us their tricks
Is it possible to raise children without shouting, scolding — or even talking to kids with an angry tone?
6 years ago
United Methodists edge toward breakup over LGBT policies
Many believe the vote will prompt an exodus from the church by liberal congregations that are already expressing their dissatisfaction over the move.
6 years ago
Saying goodbye to local legend, Audrey Patrick Johnson-Thornton
The Belmont Mansion Museum, a historic stop on the Underground Railroad, was transformed into an homage to the person responsible for its existence.
6 years ago
AAA: Gas prices are ‘expensive’ for this time of year
Drivers in New Jersey and around the nation aren't getting much of a holiday break on prices at the pump.
6 years ago
20 years on, the background check system continues to miss dangerous gun buyers
With critical shortcomings in the system, mass shootings continue happening in the U.S.
6 years ago
Pa. unemployment hits lowest level since 1976
Pennsylvania's unemployment rate has sunk to its lowest-ever recorded level.
6 years ago
The U.S. now ranks as a ‘problematic’ place for journalists
The United States has become a less safe place for journalists, and the threats they face are becoming the standard, according to a new report.
6 years ago
Over five years, Pennsylvania loses 6,000 farms
Philadelphia defied the trend. The number of small farms within the city limits more than doubled to 38 between 2012 and 2017.
6 years ago
Registration for Pa. primary closes Monday, voters already on the rise
Pennsylvania’s primary is May 21 and includes voting for candidates for positions such as mayor, district attorney, and city and county councils.
6 years ago
Want to host a block party? After changes last year, Philly’s permit process has glitches
It’s been eight months since the Streets Department changed the process. Despite the city walking back the revision, there’s still confusion on how it’s supposed to work.
6 years ago
Flyers cover statue of singer Kate Smith amid racism allegations
Smith's connection with the Flyers started in 1969 when a team executive ordered her version of "God Bless America" to be played instead of "The Star Spangled Banner."
6 years ago
Philly business leaders seek to combat poverty through improving education, creating jobs
The Chamber of Commerce for a Greater Philadelphia is advocating for an inclusive neighborhood growth agenda to help address the city’s stagnant poverty rate.
6 years ago
Streets Department: Philly to stop burning recyclables
At a budget meeting Wednesday, the Philadelphia Streets Department chief told City Council that all the recycling material the city collects will soo be recycled again.
6 years ago