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San Juan, Puerto Rico in late Sept. 2017. (Justin Auciello)
Down the Shore
New Jersey

Police: Shore man allegedly stole hurricane relief funds for Puerto Rico

An Atlantic County man allegedly stole the proceeds from a hurricane relief event for Puerto Rico, police say. 

8 years ago

NOAA image.
Down the Shore
New Jersey

Winter chill to likely arrive around second week of December

But that doesn't necessarily mean Arctic temperatures -- at least not yet. 

8 years ago

SEPTA Police Chief Tom Nestel says the case of 15-year-old Raekwon Jones is a tragic reminder of the dangers of climbing up on a train. (Tom MacDonald/WHYY)
Philadelphia

Philly teen electrocuted climbing atop train, SEPTA says

The burned body of 15-year-old Raekwon Jones was found when the train pulled into Jefferson Station in Center City the morning after Thanksgiving.

8 years ago

Cherry and white Temple University flag hangs outside of old stone buildings
Behavioral Health
Philadelphia

Temple student dies after being found unconscious in university library

A student found unconscious in Temple University’s Paley Library on Monday was pronounced dead after he was taken to Hahnemann University Hospital.

8 years ago

In this July 26, 2017 photo,

Garrison Keillor fired over alleged improper behavior

Garrison Keillor, the former host of "A Prairie Home Companion," said Wednesday he has been fired by Minnesota Public Radio over allegations of improper behavior.

8 years ago

Matt Lauer greets people in a crowd outside of NBC studios in New York City.
NPR
TV

NBC News fires Matt Lauer after complaint of ‘inappropriate sexual behavior’

8 years ago

This artists rendering shows the new 76ers Fieldhouse planned for Wilmington. (photo courtesy Buccini/Pollin Group)
Delaware
Economic Development
Sports

New sports arena is coming to Wilmington

Wilmington will soon become home to a state-of-the art multi-purpose sports complex that will serve the community and professional athletes.

8 years ago

Breaking ground on the Holocaust Memorial plaza
History
Philadelphia
Public Spaces

Groundbreaking for Holocaust Memorial Plaza in Philadelphia

Philadelphia is building up one of the oldest Holocaust monuments in the United States.

8 years ago

NPR's newsroom during election coverage on Nov. 8, 2016. The network has been rocked in recent weeks by allegations of sexual harassment.
NPR

NPR Chief News Editor departs after harassment allegations

NPR Chief News Editor David Sweeney has left the company following allegations of sexual harassment filed against him by at least three female journalists.

8 years ago

U.S. Coast Guard image.
Down the Shore
New Jersey

Coast Guard patrols underway to enforce striped bass regulations

The U.S. Coast Guard is ready to issue fines to anglers who catch striped bass outside of the allowable boundary, officials say. 

8 years ago

Ron Ferrizzi, who grew up in North Philadelphia, was an Army helicopter crew chief tasked with drawing enemy fire in Vietnam.
Movies
Philadelphia
TV

From North Philly to Vietnam, and trying to ‘come back normal’

Berks County veteran Ron Ferrizzi talks about being interviewed by a war correspondent and how marijuana helped him steady his nerves while in Vietnam.

8 years ago

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 (AP Photo/Randall Chase)
Delaware

Delaware updates sea level rise planning scenarios

The First State is at greater risk for sea level rise because of its low-lying topography. The state now has new metrics to project the impacts of climate change.

8 years ago

A Long Beach Island snowy owl. (Image: Stay Above the Weather)
Down the Shore
New Jersey

Mostly quiet weather week ahead at the Jersey Shore

No major storms or cold blasts are on the horizon for the Jersey Shore as December begins later this week, forecasters say. 

8 years ago

View of city archives in West Philly
History
Philadelphia

From William Penn to a margarine outlaw, Philly City Archives on the move

There once was a time when you could be arrested for possession of margarine in Philadelphia.

8 years ago

NASA stock image.
Down the Shore
New Jersey

Fireball spotted over the Jersey Shore

If you saw a vivid object race across the Jersey Shore sky around early Friday evening, you’re not alone.

8 years ago

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