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Survey work by a crew from Stockton University measures the countours of an eroded beach in North Wildwood, N.J. on Oct. 25, 2022. On Jan. 4, 2023, the city asked a judge to force the state environmental protection department to pay it $21 million to cover the cost of trucking in sand over the past decade. (AP Photo/Wayne Parry)
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Beach town in sand dunes battle sues New Jersey for $21M

North Wildwood is being sued by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection for defying a state order not to make emergency repairs to the dunes.

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Lucy the Elephant reopens at the Jersey Shore following 15-month-long restoration

The Jersey Shore landmark underwent a 15-month-long exterior restoration to replace the metal skin that had degraded beyond repair.

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After 13 years, the head of Philly’s Independence Visitors Center is stepping down

As Cuorato steps down, he’s optimistic about the direction Philly tourism is heading.

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Curling brightens the dark winter months at Franklin Square

Iceless curling lanes for outdoor play is Franklin Square's first foray into winter sports.

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Community projects selected for Philly’s celebration of America’s 250th birthday

Philadelphia250 has selected three community-based projects to develop to mark the nation’s semiquincentennial.

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Crews removed the box surrounding the Christopher Columbus statue in South Philadelphia's Marconi Plaza on Sunday night. (6abc)
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Crews remove box around Christopher Columbus statue in South Philadelphia

The box has surrounded the statue for two years. On Friday, a judge ruled it needed to be removed.

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A winter festival is coming to McPherson Square. It’s part of a months-long effort to ‘reclaim space’ in Kensington

A winter festival and toy drive are coming to Kensington’s McPherson Square. The events are part of a collaboration between the city and residents to make the park safer.

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South Philly’s Columbus statue must be unboxed, court says, because the city didn’t follow its own rules

A Commonwealth Court panel on Friday ruled against the city in two pending cases, the latest decision in the legal battle that has surrounded the statue for nearly three years

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Delaware to study climate change impact on the Inland Bays

Delaware’s environmental agency and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are partnering to find the best ways to prepare for flooding in Delaware’s Inland Bays.

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‘Turbo mode’ bikes and trains with story receipts: 4 ways to have more fun getting around Philly

Whether you’re heading to a downtown destination or just passing through, we found a few ways to make that trip more fun.

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Camden waterfront to become more accessible with new trails and recreational boating

Conservationists say a huge financial gift will help them to increase recreation and education on Camden’s waterfront.

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EPA pushes for more pollution controls in the Delaware River to protect endangered Atlantic sturgeon

Only about 250 endangered Atlantic sturgeon are left in the Delaware River. Pollution has reduced oxygen levels to the point where the sturgeon struggle to breathe and breed.

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Philly area holiday light experiences that’ll change your winter season life

For those looking to take in a bright display of holiday cheer, here’s a list of options in the Philadelphia region — both free and ticketed events.

2 months ago

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City of Philadelphia asking for artist submissions for permanent Harriet Tubman statue

The project, with a budget of $500,000, will be the first statue of an African American historic female figure in the city’s public art collection.

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Pa. woman convicted of storming Pelosi’s office in Jan. 6 attack

A Pennsylvania woman linked to the far-right “Groyper” extremist movement was convicted Monday of several federal charges.

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