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What do cattle, railroads and neon motels have in common? They helped shape the barrier island’s evolution into a summer vacation destination.

Gov. Matt Meyer has vowed to “fight federal overreach.” Now he wants the appeals court in Philadelphia to pause, and then overturn, the order.

At Penn’s DumoLab, researchers work to solve multiple problems: how to keep food waste out of landfills, make healthier building materials and tackle climate change.

The city gave out tents to people living at Christina Park. Now, it wants the tents back and the residents gone.

Justice David Wecht, who once served on the board of the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, has spoken against antisemitism for years.

McNally’s Tavern and its Schmitters have become so iconic that some locals even stop by in their wedding dresses.

If no candidate receives a majority of the vote, the top two vote-getters will advance to a June 9 runoff election.

Film screenings, story slams, dance tours, budget talks, No Arena Open Mic Night, flea markets and more this week as spring in Philly continues.

The latest event in the series recounted Haiti’s fight for independence and how Haitian immigrants led to Philly’s role as capital of the catering industry.

Meadows and native plants have a number of benefits, including soaking up stormwater and attracting pollinators.

The carts are designed for older children and even adults with special needs. A national advocacy group recently started an effort to promote them.

“Every moment is special, and even the hard ones teach you something,” said one New Jersey mother.

This year’s Mother’s Day is the first since the passing of co-founder Isaiah Zagar.

Doctors say strokes remain a leading cause of death and disability, as younger adults and underserved Philadelphia communities face rising risks due to health disparities.

Newly installed flood gauges will detect rainfall and water levels to help inform Eastwick residents of potential risks.