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Good Samaritan uses ladder to rescue 2 from blaze at Shore
A quick-thinking good Samaritan used a ladder to rescue two people trapped in an engulfed building Sunday afternoon in Cape May County.
6 years ago
Parkland family reflects on a year of anguish and activism
Carmen was one of 17 students and staff killed in the Valentine's Day shooting, in the past year, the Schentrups have formed a tight bond with the other victims' families
6 years ago
Is there a beaver resurgence in Philadelphia?
Philadelphia Parks and Recreation reports beaver activity is on the rise but not a nuisance.
6 years ago
Listen 2:08A water crisis is growing in a place you’d least expect it
The Great Lakes are one of the world's largest sources of fresh water, but many Americans in surrounding cities face a dark irony: They can't afford their rising water bills.
6 years ago
Lindsey Vonn retires as the winningest female skier in history
Injuries are often blamed for taking away Lindsey Vonn's chances for more Olympic medals.
6 years ago
Why one gun owner decided to finally join the NRA
‘I have no choice but to help them. That’s the way it seems,’ said a gun owner at the Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg.
6 years ago
Sandusky, Ohio, makes Election Day a paid holiday — by swapping out Columbus Day
Sandusky, Ohio, is a small city on the shores of Lake Erie. Last week city leaders declared Election Day a paid holiday – by swapping out Columbus Day.
6 years ago
WHYY Community Conversation: The push for playgrounds brings people together
WHYY hosted “Uneven Play,” a community conversation with parents, school district representatives — and kids — to discuss playground inequity.
6 years ago
Wind-whipped blaze damages Shore townhouse complex
An intense fire damaged townhouse units in a Jersey Shore community Friday night.
6 years ago
Hungary’s new Holocaust museum isn’t open yet, but it’s already causing concern
The long-delayed opening of the House of Fates Holocaust museum in Budapest, whose entrance is marked by a Star of David, is expected this spring.
6 years ago
Pa. DEP halts new pipeline permits for Mariner East
The Wolf administration says the PUC should take more 'aggressive' action against the pipeline builder.
6 years ago
No-fee adoptions for large dogs this weekend at Philly shelter
Because the shelter is full, Animal Care and Control Team Philly is offering free adoptions of large dogs this weekend.
6 years ago
Sixers to retire Malone’s jersey; 50 teammates named on banner
More than two decades after Moses Malone retired from the NBA, the Philadelphia 76ers are raising his No.2 jersey to the rafters of the Wells Fargo Center.
6 years ago
Listen 3:36Girls who aren’t ‘girly’ find a fit in more rigorous activities of Boy Scouts
One of the first all-girl Scouts BSA troops delights in the outdoor activities troop members say aren’t often available in Girl Scouts.
6 years ago
Listen 4:42Nearly 2 million Pennsylvanians on food stamps have to wait until March before the next round of SNAP benefits.
6 years ago
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