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Solar panels along Trap Pond Road in Georgetown Delaware
Urban Planning

Community solar project in Sussex County will power 750 homes, advancing Delaware’s climate and energy goals

Delaware’s first of six community solar farms has launched in Sussex County, supporting low-income households and the state’s 2050 net-zero goal.

2 days ago

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The trophy sits on a pedastal
Health

Philadelphia health officials ramp up disease surveillance, safety plans for upcoming FIFA tournaments

The FIFA Club World Cup this summer will be a practice run for public health officials to prepare for a larger crowd of international visitors in 2026.

2 days ago

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Several hot air balloons sit on the ground at the Chester County Balloon Festival. (Davis Cuffe/WHYY)
Community

Chester County takes flight with 17th annual hot air balloon festival

The 17th annual Chester County Hot Air Balloon Festival brings colorful balloons, local food, live music and family fun to Willowdale Steeplechase.

2 days ago

On Saturday, the U.S. Army celebrated its 250th anniversary at Independence Mall in Philadelphia. (Emily Neil/WYY)
Community

U.S. Army celebrates 250th anniversary in Philadelphia

Saturday’s events at Independence Mall are the core of a three-day, public celebration.

3 days ago

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WHYY's pop-up newsroom at Princeton Public Library. Madhu Bora and P. Kenneth Burns speak with an attendee
Community

WHYY News will host pop-up newsroom in Willingboro, New Jersey

Burlington County residents can meet WHYY News’ New Jersey team, discuss story ideas and ask questions.

3 days ago

Synatra Smith speaks
Community

Haddonfield’s historic Black neighborhood is now a destination on New Jersey’s Black Heritage Trail

The unveiling of the historical marker recognizing the once vibrant African American community is part of the borough’s pre-Juneteenth celebrations.

3 days ago

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Ringo Starr holds up the peace sign
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Chester County Balloon Festival, Ringo Starr and Father’s Day fun in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

June 12 - June 15: David Foster and Chris Botti in Del., Culture Fest in Philly and Downtown Camden Art Crawl in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

5 days ago

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Art for the Cash Poor fair
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

InLiquid’s Art for the Cash Poor fair celebrates its 25th anniversary this Saturday

The annual event on North American Street proves that you don’t need to be a millionaire to invest in and collect impactful artwork.

5 days ago

WHYY's pop-up newsroom at Princeton Public Library. Madhu Bora and P. Kenneth Burns speak with an attendee
Community

WHYY News will host a pop-up newsroom in Westampton Township, New Jersey. You’re invited

South Jersey residents can ask questions, meet the New Jersey team and discuss story ideas during an upcoming WHYY News pop-up newsroom in Burlington County.

1 week ago

Families came together for the Odunde Festival
Arts & Entertainment

Philadelphia’s Odunde Festival connects culture and history across 15 blocks of the city

The Odunde Festival celebrated 50 years in Philadelphia on Sunday with live music and traditional cuisine.

1 week ago

Speaker of the Pa. House of Representatives, Joanna McClinton
Politics & Policy

House Speaker Joanna McClinton joins Q&A with Pennsylvania voters during America in One Room event

The questions pertained to actual proposals before the state legislature on issues like voting rights and reintegration for people formerly incarcerated.

1 week ago

Oshunbumi Fernandez-West
PlanPhilly
Community

Meet the woman behind Philly’s longest-running African American street festival, Odunde

For second-generation Odunde leader Oshunbumi Fernandez-West, investing in Philadelphia’s youth to learn about entrepreneurship is a top priority.

1 week ago

Christopher Gruits leads a march from the Annenberg Center to Philadelphia Episcopal Church
Community
Billy Penn

‘Toll the Bell’ event in Philadelphia calls for action, awareness of gun violence

The two-day event features performances, speeches and community resources to call for the end of gun violence in Philly.

1 week ago

Kyle Ramar Freeman, from left, Melody A. Betts, Deborah Cox, Nichelle Lewis, Wayne Brady, Phillip Johnson Richardson, and Avery Wilson attend the
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Philly’s Odunde fest, the Spring Family fest and ‘The Wiz’ in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

June 5 - June 8: ShakesBeer in the Park in Del., the Baltimore Avenue dollar stroll in West Philly and Halsey in South Jersey are among the highlights.

2 weeks ago

WHYY hosted an early screening of the PBS documentary, Caregiving
Arts & Entertainment

‘Caregiving’ documentary showcasing ‘the full gamut’ airs on WHYY-TV later this month

The documentary produced by Bradley Cooper will premiere on PBS on June 24 and will be available for streaming for free on the PBS app.

2 weeks ago

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