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School’s out, but students can still get free meals in Delaware
Schools across Delaware are providing lunch and breakfast five days a week until further notice. Wilmington is giving out meals at community centers.
4 years ago
Pa. state prison system turning to video chats to keep people connected during pandemic
For the first time ever, Pennsylvania residents will be able to video chat with loved ones who are serving state prison sentences.
4 years ago
N.J. orders malls, amusement parks to close as 15,000 apply for unemployment
With wide new business restrictions in place, the Garden State has reported 267 COVID-19 cases and recorded a third death.
4 years ago
Where to buy booze in Philly, including a Fishtown drive-thru
Bars and state stores are closed, but you’ve still got options.
4 years ago
Del. offers assistance for unemployed workers, small businesses as COVID-19 cases climb to 16
Gov. John Carney is asking the U.S. Small Business Administration to help some of Delaware’s 25,000 small businesses who may be hurting because of coronavirus.
4 years ago
PPA coronavirus rules: You probably won’t get a parking ticket during quarantine
But don’t double park or block a loading zone.
4 years ago
Where Philly kids can find free meals during coronavirus school closures
The School District of Philadelphia and many others are distributing free meals during the coronavirus outbreak. Learn more here.
4 years ago
Inside the nerve center of Delaware’s coronavirus response
Delaware’s Health Operations Center is at its highest alert level as workers coordinate the state’s fight against coronavirus.
4 years ago
Trump wants quick checks sent to public in virus response
It is also asking Congress for $850 billion in tax cuts to help the economy, which has ground to a near standstill, according to a person familiar with the plan.
4 years ago
Parent guide: Resources to keep kids busy (and learning!) during Philly’s COVID shutdown
From TV to podcasts to online quizzes.
4 years ago
Social distancing and the limits of the law
We talk about social distancing and its impact in the spread of COVID-19, talk with Pa Health Commissioner, and we look at the government's legal powers during a pandemic.
Air Date: March 17, 2020 10:00 am
Listen 49:128 Philly soap sellers to support while you’re aggressively washing your hands
Get rid of coronavirus using local lather.
4 years ago
‘It’s a nightmare:’ International students forced to leave campus due to coronavirus
Many universities asked students to leave campus housing to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus. But what if students can’t afford it?
4 years ago
Listen 2:09How three Pennsylvania teachers tackle remote learning in the time of coronavirus
Three Pennsylvania teachers practice community care, gratitude and mindfulness in the wake of coronavirus-related school closures.
4 years ago
Business grinds to a halt in Philly and surrounding counties
Small business owners adapt as Philly mayor orders bars and restaurants to close, and Gov. Wolf expands his mandate statewide.
4 years ago
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