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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.

3 months ago

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Community

‘Save EMR’: Scrapyard workers rally in Camden after mayor calls for recycler to close

A spokesperson for Camden’s mayor said the city is “undertaking all necessary legal research to move forward” with revoking EMR’s city licensure.

3 months ago

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Camden plans to revoke an EMR business license after latest fire, city councilman says

The statement comes days after a fire at one of EMR’s scrap metal facilities — one of more than a dozen over the past five years.

3 months ago

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Camden scrapyard to pause operations after 2-alarm fire. County officials want it shut down

The company’s statement came after city and county officials called on EMR to “fully cease” operating due to the latest fire.

4 months ago

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Engineering Happiness into our Daily Lives

A look at the science of designing a happier life — from reverse-engineering joy to moments of serendipity.

Air Date: May 29, 2026

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Science

Camden scrap metal facility completes new fire suppression system

The new heat sensors and water cannons were part of an agreement EMR signed with the city after a four-alarm blaze at its facility in 2025.

4 months ago

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Health

Philly health department notifies Center City dental patients of possible exposure to hepatitis, HIV

City health officials are recommending disease testing for some patients of Smiles at Rittenhouse Square following “unsanitary practices.”

4 months ago

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Health

Stroke rates rising among younger adults, hitting Philadelphia’s Black communities hardest

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.

4 months ago

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2 N.J. residents being monitored after potential exposure to hantavirus connected to cruise ship

The New Jersey Department of Health said Friday it was notified of the development by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

4 months ago

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As kratom and 7-OH use grows, clinicians are developing protocols for addiction treatment

Kratom and 7-OH may be marketed as herbal supplements, but they function like opioids — shaping how clinicians treat addiction.

4 months ago

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Up to 90,000 Philadelphians could lose Medicaid next year; experts concerned about effect on mental health services

Health leaders say between 73,000 and 90,000 people could lose Medicaid next year due to new federal work requirements and eligibility paperwork.

4 months ago

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Courts & Law

Supreme Court sides with N.J. anti-abortion center raising 1st Amendment fears about state investigation

The unanimous ruling is a procedural victory for First Choice Women’s Resource Centers, which is challenging a New Jersey investigation of its practices.

5 months ago

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Stomach bug virus resurging in New Jersey, Northeast U.S.

Wastewater data indicates a resurgence of rotavirus in parts of New Jersey.

5 months ago

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Science

Straight ‘F’s: Philadelphia region’s air quality ranking worsens in annual lung health report

The American Lung Association says the Philly area is among the worst in the country for levels of a pollutant that can cause lung and heart issues.

5 months ago

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Cases of syphilis and other STIs drop in Pennsylvania, new data shows, as local counties ramp up prevention and testing

Public health teams across the state ramped up efforts to target STIs after a sharp increase between 2020 and 2021.

5 months ago

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