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World’s oldest standing Ferris wheel returns to Phoenixville to rise again
Once a fixture of the Jersey shoreline that shaped Bruce Springsteen, the Phoenix Wheel now stands permanently in the Pennsylvania town where it was made.
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Artist Roberto Lugo debuts new America 250 ceramic at Michener Art Museum
“Permanence: We Were Here” is a four-foot-tall ceramic vessel that explores the Pennsylvania museum’s history as the former site of the Bucks County Jail.
21 hours ago
City of Camden issues cease operations order to EMR after two-alarm fire
The order comes after city, county and state elected officials called on government agencies to shut EMR’s Camden operations.
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At its “Prosperity Breakfast,” Xiente leaders discussed how guaranteed income, affordable housing and coaching can help families achieve financial independence.
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Listen 1:08Angelina Katsanis was on assignment for The Associated Press on Saturday night when she was struck in the knee by a wood beam during a clash between police and protesters.
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Open water presents risks that pools don't. A New Jersey swim coach explains how to handle currents, waves and other hazards.
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Listen 6:23New tool shows toxic PFAS chemicals pervasive in Delaware River
The so-called “forever chemicals” were found at higher levels between Chester and Pea Patch Island.
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Listen 1:15Trenton City Council delays vote on ICE cooperation ban after pushback on immigration detainers
The proposal has been tabled for two weeks after tensions between city council members and immigrant activists flared at Thursday’s council meeting.
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Listen 1:10Temple’s safety chief down steps down after four years
Jennifer Griffin worked to bolster campus police following the murder of Officer Christopher Fitzgerald.
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The true origins of the first American flag are often debated – but many attribute its creation to Philly seamstress Betsy Ross.
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Parker blamed “billionaire tech companies” after Council rejected a $1 per-ride tax on rideshare services meant to benefit the school district.
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Listen 1:17Pennsylvania restores arts funding for small arts organizations
Pennsylvania Creative Industries voted to alter the previously approved overhaul of its funding process.
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Listen 1:41Delaware lawmakers propose adding $87M to FY2027 budget, exceeding governor’s growth cap
Lawmakers targeted improvements in education and child care, focusing on early education and underserved students.
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Listen 0:51The West Philly elementary school is one of 17 city schools set for closure after the 2027-2028 school year.
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Four additional offices are now issuing REAL ID licenses, and applicants can upload proof of residency on their cell phones.
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