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Veolia removes toxic PFAS chemicals from drinking water in New Castle County, Delaware
Veolia’s plant in Stanton previously detected PFAS levels above federal regulations.
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Listen 1:46Under the bill, once an eviction is shielded from a person’s record, they can act as if there had never been an action filed against them.
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Philly cooling centers open, water shut-offs pause Sunday for dangerous heat wave
The National Weather Services is predicting a high temperature of 97 degrees Sunday, with the heat index expected to be above 100 degrees.
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Philadelphia property management worker files suit over assault during 2023 eviction
The complaint filed by Angelize Rodriguez is the latest fallout from a series of shootings that shuttered the Landlord and Tenant Office last year.
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Listen 1:41Montgomery County issues Code Red Hot Weather Emergency for next week. Here’s what to know
Residents can access cooling centers in Norristown and Pottstown during the heat emergency.
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Meet the 99-year-old who has helped 12,000 adults get back to work in Kensington and beyond
Over the past 45 years, Baker Industries has helped tens of thousands of adults transition back into the workforce in both Malvern and Philadelphia.
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Listen 1:06Billy Penn’s series of Q&As with Philly’s independent publishers continues. This time: Daniel Akst of Tivoli Books.
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It’s Pa.’s spotted lanternfly season. Here’s what researchers know and want you to do
More than a decade after the spotted lanternfly landed in Berks County, Pa. researchers are learning more about what eats them, and what makes them thrive.
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A Burlington County, N.J. high school’s dance program is helping students succeed academically
Students studying dance at a Burlington County high school have improved focus and discipline, resulting in higher grades than their peers, school officials said.
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Chester County’s Voices Underground is creating a national memorial to the Underground Railroad
Three sites will tell different facets of the history of the Underground Railroad in Chester County.
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Listen 1:18African American Museum in Philadelphia celebrates Juneteenth with block party
The Museum brought Philadelphians together in celebration of the holiday’s 160th anniversary.
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The museum’s special programming targeted visitors who may not have known about America’s second independence day and the people behind it.
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Philly will be hit by a high heat and humidity wave. Here’s what to expect and how to stay safe
The heat index will soar above 100 degrees early next week. Older adults, people with heart issues and those without A/C are at highest risk.
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Philly’s African Restaurant Week returns with delicious deals and a range of bold flavors
Starting today, Black and African-owned restaurants are hosting events and offering discounts, all leading up to a special celebration at LOVE Park.
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U.S. resumes visas for foreign students but demands access to social media accounts
The State Department says officers will be on the lookout for posts and messages that could be deemed hostile to the U.S. government, culture, institutions or principles.
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