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St. Michael's School and Nursery undergoing construction
Community

Delaware’s oldest child care center gets federal funds to support $7 million reconstruction

Since 1890, St. Michael's School and Nursery has been serving families in Wilmington. Now the historic facility is undergoing major renovations.

2 years ago

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Montgomery County Commissioners
Politics & Policy

Montgomery County announces strongest paid parental leave policy in Pennsylvania

Full-time county employees are eligible for 12 weeks of paid parental leave, and up to 16 in case of medical complications.

2 years ago

Listen 1:08
Cherelle Parker
Community

Philadelphia bolsters city-sponsored youth programs to keep kids engaged and off the streets this summer

Leaders hope to avoid the “summer slide” with more than 30,000 slots available for youth entertainment and education.

2 years ago

children watching the eclipse
NPR
Science

A lot of kids got to see the last total eclipse. What they remember may surprise you

"I remember mostly everybody went crazy when it got dark," says 8th-grader Kaylee Tress. "It was such a bizarre feeling."

2 years ago

A caregiver works with children
Community

With Delaware’s child care system ‘in crisis,’ Gov. Carney proposes new cash infusion to assist low-income families

A top official acknowledges Delaware has “traditionally underfunded” child care in a state where K-12 students struggle with academic proficiency.

2 years ago

Listen 2:00
A young girl holding up her favorite book
Education

A Trenton nonprofit is helping elementary school students improve their reading skills

The Community Schools Reading Intervention program was developed by elementary school officials and Mercer Street Friends during the pandemic.

2 years ago

The TikTok Inc. building is seen in Culver City, Calif., on March 17, 2023.
Courts & Law

TikTok is under investigation by the FTC over data practices and could face a lawsuit

The agency is also scrutinizing the company over potential violations of a children's privacy law.

2 years ago

Recovery operations at Chester Creek
Community

Rescue teams end search for missing 6-year-old girl who fell in Chester Creek

Six-year-old Li’najah Brooker fell into Chester Creek on Saturday evening, prompting a joint search operation from multiple local, state and federal agencies.

2 years ago

Listen 0:45
Philadelphia Military Academy Principal Kristian Ali
Community
The Philadelphia Tribune

Philadelphia program to provide support for students who experience trauma from violence

The Handle With Care initiative will notify the district of students who have been exposed to some type of violence so they can receive wraparound services.

2 years ago

Philadelphia City Hall
Community

Philly’s summer jobs program for youth gets makeover, will focus on careers

Career Connected Learning PHL plans to hire 8,000 young people and expand year-round, work-based activities for an additional 2,000, replacing the city’s WorkReady program.

2 years ago

An electron micrograph of Respiratory Syncytial Virus, also known as RSV, which is the leading cause of hospitalizations among infants in the U.S.
Health

Study shows new infant RSV antibody shot is highly effective. Delaware Valley pediatricians are hopeful for more protections next fall

A recent study by the CDC showed the antibody shot prevented RSV hospitalization in 90% of infants.

2 years ago

Maria Matos and the LACC staff celebrated the ribbon cutting for the grand opening of La Fiesta 3, a childcare center.
Community

Amid growing demand, a new bilingual child care center is opening in New Castle

With the Latino population on the rise, more families are seeking support for first-generation Spanish-speaking children.

2 years ago

Listen 1:50
Brian Dawkins speaking on stage
Education

Former Eagle Brian Dawkins wants Philly students to speak openly about mental health

In the wake of a mass shooting that left eight teens injured, Dawkins spoke to Philly students about the importance of dealing with trauma.

2 years ago

Listen 1:56
Snacks on a shelf
NPR
Health

Delta-8, an unregulated form of THC, is popular among high school students

It's milder than its cousin, delta-9 THC, the main intoxicant in marijuana, but has similar effects on the brain and the body.

2 years ago

File photo: A TikTok sign is displayed on their building in Culver City, Calif., March 11, 2024.
Politics & Policy

House passes bill that would lead to a TikTok ban if Chinese owner doesn’t sell. Senate path unclear

Lawmakers are acting on concerns that the company’s current ownership structure is a U.S. national security threat.

2 years ago

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