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Photos: Philadelphia celebrates Pride Month with march and festival

Thousands marched through Center City to Philadelphia’s Gayborhood with a record-breaking 400-foot Pride flag and one simple message: “Be You.”

1 year ago

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Community
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Wildwood mayor issues statement on civil unrest that led to state of emergency

Mayor Ernie Troiano Jr. expressed full support for the City of Wildwood Police Department's efforts in protecting this community from the "nuisance crowds."

1 year ago

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Community

Music festivals, block parties and youth camps: Trenton is eyeing summer events as part of its revitalization effort

“Trenton was indeed at the crossroads of the revolution,” said Mayor Gusciora. “And we hope to benefit on historic tourism.”

1 year ago

Beachgoers enjoy the sand and surf in North Wildwood N.J. on July 7, 2023. (AP Photo/Wayne Parry)
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Planning a Jersey Shore trip? Your guide to curfews, bag bans, beach tags and more

From beach tags to curfews, here’s what you need to know before you head to the South Jersey beaches this summer.

1 year ago

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Courts & Law

Philly residents eligible for $25 from Delaware River spill settlement

The lawsuit alleges residents suffered financial losses from purchasing bottled water and driving to grocery stores.

1 year ago

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Science

Water quality at Jersey beaches ‘excellent,’ officials say. But prepare for extreme heat

New Jersey is warming faster than any other state in the Northeast, officials say.

1 year ago

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Politics & Policy

‘Leaky roofs’ and ‘unsafe conditions’: Philly advocates block traffic to demand higher budget for Parks and Rec

Demonstrators protested a relatively flat budget proposal for Parks & Rec, saying more money for rec centers would help fight gun violence.

1 year ago

Young people riding ATVs through the streets of Philly. (Kimberly Painter/WHYY)
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Community

What to do about ATVs in the city

Many city residents complain that ATVs and dirt bikes are loud and dangerous. Riding enthusiasts say they're thrilling and provide community. How to solve the ATV problem.

Air Date: May 21, 2024 12:00 pm

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MMR — the modern combination vaccine against measles, mumps and rubella — provides stronger, longer-lasting protection against measles than the stand-alone measles vaccine typically given in the U.S. in the early 1960s. (Eric Risberg/AP Photo)
Health
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Residents warned of possible measles exposure in Philadelphia and Montgomery County

Health officials say those who aren't immunized and develop symptoms between now and June 7 should contact a doctor.

1 year ago

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Delaware lawmakers revise wetland legislation amid concerns from farmers and developers

The legislation, which would protect nontidal wetlands, comes more than a year after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled certain wetlands aren’t protected under the Clean Water Act.

1 year ago

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There’s still a chance to see the Northern Lights from lower latitudes

The solar storm that pushed the Northern Lights farther south than normal is expected to continue Sunday night and possibly into the week, but the impact won't be as strong.

1 year ago

Crews are seen cleaning up a street in Kensington.
Community
Billy Penn

After city clears out Kensington encampment, reactions are deeply split

Is this the start of a transformation, or just one more of the many cleanups the neighborhood has seen over the years?

1 year ago

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Community

More large trees cut down at South Philly’s FDR Park

Forty-eight “heritage” trees have been cut down in the park’s former golf course to make way for athletic fields and courts.

1 year ago

White Clay Creek State Park
Urban Planning

New Castle County unveils comprehensive sustainability plan, seeking community input on priorities

The plan includes nearly 200 items, such as expanding the county’s farmers market program and making more rain barrels available to residents.

1 year ago

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Courts & Law

Lawsuit fails to stop FDR Park renovations

A judge decided her court does not have jurisdiction to hear the suit to stop clearing trees. Petitioners plan to appeal.

1 year ago

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