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FEMA announces more than $2 million to help flood-prone Eastwick
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. When it rains, residents in Philadelphia’s Eastwick neighborhood start to panic. The nearby Cobbs Creek has a history of overflowing and flooding peoples’ homes. Over the years, residents have experienced property damage and the increased cost of flood insurance.
Former Philadelphia homicide detective found guilty of obstruction and perjury
Philadelphia, PA (WPHL) – A former Philadelphia homicide detective was found guilty of assaulting a suspect to obtain a confession, then lying about it in court. The ex-officer, James Pitts was charged with obstruction and perjury by a Philadelphia jury for abusing his position. Pitts was charged with assaulting then-suspect Obina Onyiah back in 2010 […]
Philly’s Black-led Youth Agricultural Programs Provide Various Enrichment Opportunities for Local Young People
Black-led youth agriculture programs in Philadelphia provide enrichment opportunities for youth considering careers in agriculture. Black-led youth agriculture programs in Philadelphia provide enrichment opportunities for young people considering career paths in agriculture, writes Leigh Green for PA Eats. They help provide joyful experiences for kids and teens while also bolstering...
Medical Report: Could environmental toxins contribute to depression?
It is estimated that as many as 1 in 8 Americans will be diagnosed with depression at some point in their lives. A new report links certain environmental toxins with the disorder. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.
Visit Pottstown Park on July 24 for a Free Movie, Treats
POTTSTOWN PA – An outdoor movie, Walt Disney’s “The Parent Trap,” will be screened July 24 (2024; Wednesday) beginning at 8:30 p.m. in Pottstown’s Riverfront Park on College Drive. The event is free to attend and open to the public. Want a before-movie treat? Arrive...
DemandLab Celebrates 15 Years of Innovation, Growth, and Excellence
PHILADELPHIA, PA. DemandLab, a leading marketing technology consultancy, proudly marks its 15th anniversary as a trailblazer in the industry. Since its inception in 2009, DemandLab has continuously evolved, driven by a commitment to innovation, client success, and employee satisfaction. Over the past decade and a half, DemandLab has solidified its...
Car show to highlight the Studebaker
Local car enthusiasts will be excited to learn that the Keystone Region Chapter of the Studebaker Drivers Club (SDC) will hold its Atlantic Zone Meet on Wednesday through Saturday, July 24 to 27, at the Classic Auto Mall in Morgantown. The event will include a swap meet, a display of Studebakers and a cruise-in open to cars and trucks of all makes and models. This is the first time that the event has been held locally.
Ardi Torollari Killed In Philadelphia Shooting: Police
Ardi Torollari of Northfield, New Jersey was shot in the chest while sitting in his Volkswagen on the 200 block of South 54th Street, investigators said in a release. Torollari was taken to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries around 6:10 p.m., authorities said. No weapon was recovered from the scene and no arrests were made as of Tuesday, July 16.
Weeks after Harrisburg man was shot to death during road rage incident, his father reacts
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. — Three weeks after a Harrisburg man was shot to death during a road rage incident, his father reacts to the district attorney's decision not to press charges against the man who killed him. It was June 23 when Dauphin County District Attorney Fran Chardo says...
Pump N Pantry convenience stores to be rebranded as Kwik Fill and Red Apple
Changes are underway for a convenience store chain in Northern Pennsylvania as 14 Pump N Pantry locations will be rebranded into Kwik Fill and Red Apple stores. United Refining Company of Pennsylvania, which owns and operates Kwik Fill, has acquired Pump N Pantry, a chain based in Montrose, Pennsylvania. The...
Gov. Shapiro hosts ceremonial bill signing for bipartisan budget in Bethlehem
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. Gov. Josh Shapiro on Tuesday said he has been laser-focused on creating jobs, growing the economy and ensuring every Pennsylvanian has real opportunity. “And this bipartisan budget gives us new tools to compete economically and win,” said Gov. Shapiro. “Pennsylvania has...
What are Pennsylvania’s gun laws?
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — While Pennsylvania residents do have the right to bear arms, one might wonder what the gun laws in the Commonwealth look like. Pennsylvania has required background checks on all handgun sales, including ones sold at gun shows. However, this requirement is not specifically extended to long guns including, but no limited to, […]
Severe storms leave behind downed trees, power outages in Philadelphia region
Severe storms brought down trees and knocked out power across the Philadelphia region on Tuesday night, and possibly caused an apartment fire that left several people displaced in South Jersey.Now, clean-up is underway across the area after the wild weather brought down trees and wires.Tree damage can be seen near the Conshohocken home of Richard Miskinis, where he's lived for nearly 50 years. As the storm brewed Tuesday night, he rushed to his porch to stow his cushions, some of which were already scattered on the lawn."I jumped down and got those and then there was a big crash and...
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