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Newly elected Pennsylvania Reps Keith Harris and Andre Carroll take oaths of office
Two new state representatives took their oaths of office Monday as the state House returned to session after an extended summer recess. U.S. Magistrate Judge Susan E. Schwab administered the oath to Reps. Keith Harris and Andre Carroll, both Philadelphia Democrats. They were elected without opposition in special elections Sept. 17 to replace former Reps. […]
Haunted houses in Philadelphia, New Jersey and Delaware
Philadelphia may be the City of Brotherly Love, but during spooky season, this region loves nothing more than a good scare. In fact, there are several haunted houses and hayrides available for thrill-seekers looking for something frighteningly fun this fall. Here's a list of haunted houses in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware that you can check out this spooky season. Just don't say we didn't warn you.Haunted Houses in Pennsylvania Halloween Nights at Eastern State PenitentiaryWhen: Now - Nov. 9Where: Eastern State Penitentiary, 2027 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19130How much: General admission and VIP tickets vary depending on the night you choose...
NJ sues hospital for snitching on pregnant patients
TRENTON – State officials have filed a discrimination lawsuit against a South Jersey hospital network for secretly drug testing women as they arrived to give birth to newborns. Virtua Health — and its network of hospitals in Voorhees, Mount Holly, and Camden — were the focus of the suit...
Philadelphia’s Puerto Rican Day parade brings the party to the Parkway
Thousands in Philadelphia came out to celebrate at the city’s annual Puerto Rican Day parade. The day is a showcase of Puerto Rican culture and heritage that stretches the length of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
Giant Foods Claims Top Spot as Grocery Chains Consolidate in Montgomery County
Out of roughly 120 grocery stores in Montgomery County, 17 percent are Giant Food locations, followed by Aldi at nine percent. Grocery chains like Giant Foods have become bigger than ever by acquiring their smaller local and regional competitors, with Walmart, Kroger, Aldi (Süd), and Albertsons now owning a third of all the grocery store locations in the country, write Kevin Schaul and Jaclyn Peiser for The Washington Post.
Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia builds 4 homes in West Philly
With each nail and piece of plywood, volunteers with Habitat for Humanity are building hope and an affordable foundation for families."It's very fulfilling for me just to be able to give back," said Geno Concepcion, who's participated in about 10 volunteer builds.Concepcion donated his time Tuesday afternoon by helping Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia build four homes on North 40th Street in West Philly. He said part of his motivation to give back comes from former President Jimmy Carter. Carter rallied thousands of volunteers for more than 35 years to help build affordable housing after he left the White House."Watching him continue...
Pregnant Philadelphians can still apply to the Philly Joy Bank for cash assistance
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Slots are filling up for the city’s new Philly Joy Bank, a program that provides $1,000 a month in cash assistance to pregnant residents with low incomes.
Philadelphia Water Dept. refutes report claiming stormwater management system is overwhelmed by climate change
The Philadelphia Water Department’s award-winning stormwater management system has come under fire recently for failing to keep up with intensifying rain from climate change. The department is pushing back.
Galería Esperanza brings Hispanic works of art to Hunting Park neighborhood
Galería Esperanza, located within the Esperanza Arts Center (EAC), is a state-of-the-art venue that's quickly becoming a regional hub for Latino arts and culture.Opened in December 2023, the art gallery showcases the work of Latino and local artists and will serve as a training ground for the next generation of Latino artists.Esperanza's inaugural exhibit, Sueño de Reyes, features the work of renowned Puerto Rican teacher and artist Mr. Tato González.The exhibit tells the story of the Three Kings, also known as the Magi-and highlights the cultural significance of Three Kings Day, or Epiphany, which is an important part of Christmas traditions in Puerto Rico and throughout Latin America.Galería Esperanza | Facebook | Instagram4261 North 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140
Food fight: The history of the school lunch at Philly’s Science History Institute
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Few things sit so centrally at the intersection of science, politics, health, and culture as the school lunch. By the early 20th century, most states in the U.S....
Harris and Trump want to build more housing. What would that mean for Pa.?
Lilah Saber started thinking about buying a home in Philadelphia shortly after she moved to the area for college roughly 10 years ago. With no generational wealth or family inheritance coming her way, she knew it couldn’t happen immediately. But she figured at some point she’d be earning enough to buy, given Philly’s relative affordability.
Activities, Traditions at SageLife Communities Foster Sense of Togetherness
The SageLife Olympics feature several Olympic-style events, including the javelin toss. Each year, SageLife communities foster a sense of togetherness and giving by participating in meaningful traditions that support the families of their team members. One such tradition is packing backpacks with essential school supplies for children, helping them prepare...
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