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How Operation Warp Speed’s big vaccine contracts could stay secret
More than $6 billion in federal funding has been routed through a firm that manages defense contracts, making the agreements subject to less federal scrutiny and transparency.
5 years ago
Titans have NFL’s first COVID-19 outbreak: 8 positive tests
The outbreak threatened to jeopardize the Titans' game this weekend against the Pittsburgh Steelers and posed the first significant test to the league's coronavirus protocols.
5 years ago
Del. coronavirus recovery: State’s COVID numbers going in the wrong direction
Delaware’s coronavirus curve is trending up from its low point in mid-August. The rise comes as state leaders worry about the start of flu season.
5 years ago
COVID-19 cases rising among US children as schools reopen
Children of all ages now make up 10% of all U.S cases, up from 2% in April, the American Academy of Pediatrics reported Tuesday.
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Pa. coronavirus recovery: Philly to allow 50% indoor dining capacity starting Friday
As rapid testing becomes more popular, the city is creating a new category for “probable” case counting.
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Philly extends moratorium on water shut-offs through April 2021
Customers unable to pay their water bill can apply for assistance, and those who don’t qualify for discounts are able to set up lengthy payment plans.
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Philadelphia Equal Justice Center office development succumbs to COVID-19
The Philadelphia Bar Foundation had struggled to keep tenants on board and meet certain fundraising goals last year.
5 years ago
Survey finds Pa. business owners adapting to COVID-19 pandemic changes despite economic concern
Businesses are starting to recover from pandemic-related layoffs and economic activity, according to a new survey from PNC.
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N.J. lawmakers greenlight $4.5B in debt to shore up budget
The new borrowing means the state can continue to fund programs touted by Murphy, like pre-k and community college.
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Worldwide grief: Death toll from coronavirus tops 1 million
The U.S., where the virus has killed about 205,000 people, accounts for 1 out of 5 deaths worldwide, far more than any other country despite its wealth and medical resources.
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Regional Rail is on life support. Essential workers can bring it back.
Ridership on Regional Rail is down 90%. SEPTA must change the system so it can serve essential workers — and draw people back to empty trains.
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Williamsport-based Shop-Vac blames 400+ layoffs on COVID-19. Workers say that’s not true
Those familiar with Shop-Vac’s finances say the pandemic is being used to justify rapid liquidation and over 400 layoffs in Lycoming County.
5 years ago
N.J. coronavirus recovery: Officials tracking spike in Ocean County
Officials aren’t sure why yet, but they’ve seen a cluster of new cases in a county that covers a large stretch of the Jersey Shore.
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Montco-based Inovio hits speed bump in coronavirus vaccine effort
Plymouth Meeting-based Inovio Pharmaceuticals has to delay upcoming coronavirus vaccine trials after an FDA inquiry.
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Nearly two-thirds of US households struck by COVID-19 face financial trouble
Plus, of all U.S. homes that include someone with a disability, 63% report serious financial hardship during the pandemic, and 37% have used up all or most of their savings.
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