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Cheesesteak-gate: Autism event turns into McCormick campaign stop
(The Center Square) — Pennsylvania Republican U.S. Senate nominee Dave McCormick came to Max’s Steaks in North Philadelphia on Friday for a meet-and-greet with Black voters. But Max’s didn’t know it — until the campaign bus rolled in. Manager Mike Sfida Sr. didn’t kick them out, but he didn’t appreciate the misdirection. Contacted a few days ahead of time, he was told that it would be an event for autism. ...
Chester County pilots deliver aid to hurricane-ravaged North Carolina
People in Chester County are answering the call for help in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.A group of volunteer pilots left New Garden Flying Field in Toughkenamon on Thursday to provide aid in flood-ravaged western North Carolina. They dropped off thousands of pounds of relief supplies, including food, water, diapers and Band-Aids."I want to give back to my community as much as possible," pilot Adam Cieslak said. "You see people suffering down there and they lost everything and I want to do everything in my power to give back to them."All the supplies the airport collected were donations from residents...
CAIR exploring legal action following arrest of Muslim woman in Philadelphia
This story originally appeared on 6abc. The Philadelphia Chapter of the Council on American Islamic Relations held a press conference Wednesday announcing possible legal action against both the Philadelphia and Temple police departments. “We’re pursuing all legal options,” said CAIR Attorney Adam Attia. This follows the arrest of...
The Unique Business of Housing in Chester County
Bentley Homes Development in Kennett Square. Chester County's housing market is pricing out essential workers, with skyrocketing home prices, high rents, and limited affordability threatening the county's future. Homeownership is an essential cornerstone of the American dream. However, Americans now face a series of roadblocks to obtain the dream of...
This weekend in Philly: October 5 and 6 🎃 🍂👻
This weekend (October 5 and 6) is set to be jampacked with events like Roxtoberfest, the Chestnut Hill Conservancy’s 7th Annual Night of Lights, a celebration of the Spooky Season with Halloween pop-up bars, Haunted houses, and Halloween events throughout the area, and much more. If you want to attend, need some info, or just […]
Philadelphia celebrates completion of Montgomery Avenue Bridge project
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker recently joined with the city’s Department of Streets and federal representatives to celebrate the completion of the city’s first major project to be funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), the reconstructed Montgomery Avenue Bridge. BIL money funded 80 percent of the $17 million bridge replacement project with Pennsylvania funding […] The post Philadelphia celebrates completion of Montgomery Avenue Bridge project appeared first on Transportation Today.
Activists call on Mayor Parker to do more to end illegal dumping
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Community activists held a rather satirical birthday party in North Philadelphia on Thursday to call for an end to what they claim is a vicious cycle of illegal trash dumping.Activists said while they appreciate Parker's clean and green initiatives, they want a permanent fix to what they call illegal dumpsites in the city.Last month, the Parker administration celebrated the completion of the mayor's One Philly, United City Citywide Cleaning Program. From June 3 through Aug. 30, city officials said they completed more than 61,000 quality-of-life services.Dozens of neighborhood activists gathered on the corner of 6th and Somerset...
All elections are important, but none more so than this one | PennLive letters
I am an 81-year-old grandmother of elementary school-age children. I was born during WWll in Philadelphia, where my father helped build battleships at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. I’ve followed every presidential election since 1960. All elections are important, but none more so than this one. While policies still matter,...
In annual report, Delaware County Health Department highlights significant public health strides
The Delaware County Health Department takes a look back and a look forward as they release their 2024 annual report. The report touts a wide range of public programs aimed at preventing the spread of diseases and promoting healthier lifestyles.
LOVE Park murals urge Philadelphians to the polls
What questions do you have about the 2024 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Let us know. People in LOVE Park might notice a temporary mural adorning the lawn, placed strategically to complement the City Hall tower rising behind it. Large letters painted in the iconic red font of the Fightin’ Phils read: “Philly Will Decide.”
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