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Riders discuss possibilities, shortfalls of public transit at Bridging Blocks event
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Safe, reliable service –– that’s what participants of a conversation hosted by WHYY News Tuesday hope to see from the public transportation in the region.
Coming in Ho Ho Hot! Christmas in July local activities to get your jingle on
Only 154 more days until Christmas, but hey, who's counting?. While we wait for December, celebrate "Christmas in July" inspired by special holiday traditions and themes. From live entertainment to shopping and parties to parades, there is surely something for everyone to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.
Serving Montco and Delco, ambulance corps celebrates 80th anniversary
Eighty years is a long time. Another milestone that Narberth Ambulance is marking this year along with its 80th anniversary is that it has spent the last eight of those years working with the community of Haverford Township. Narberth is in Montgomery County. Haverford Township is in Delaware County. The...
Philadelphia housing market has become less affordable, study shows
Sign up for our Daily Email newsletter to stay up-to-date on the latest local news throughout Philadelphia. The affordability of home buying in Philadelphia – compared to other major cities – “may be somewhat overstated,” researchers said in an analysis published this week. While Philadelphia has...
Local tree experts say cure for negative health effects of Philly ‘heat islands’ is made in the shade
Scientific evidence now shows that high summertime temperatures in Philadelphia have been exacerbated by a nationwide issue: urban heat islands. Local tree experts work to solve that problem.
Doylestown Health’s merger with University of Pennsylvania Health System expected soon
The anticipated merger of Doylestown Health with the University of Pennsylvania Health System may come in mid-August, according to multiple sources. In January, the two health care providers signed a letter of intent to bring Doylestown Health into Penn Medicine’s network, providing Doylestown could meet certain financial goals and reduce its significant debt of more than $200 million.
Harris campaign has Philly Democrats reinvigorated
President Joe Biden stepped down from the presidential race amid mounting pressure from Democrats and worrisome polling. Biden wants to pass the baton to Vice President Kamala Harris. Here’s how that might work. Lawmakers from Philly and Delaware praised Biden’s decision, saying the move put “our nation before himself”...
Life imitates art with ‘Somewhere Over the Border’ musical
Sign up for our Daily Email newsletter to stay up-to-date on the latest local news throughout Philadelphia. People’s Light is taking audiences down the yellow brick road with its latest production. Brian Quijada’s ‘Somewhere Over the Border‘ is inspired by the real life story of his mother’s journey from...
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker answers your questions
An exclusive interview with Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker. She joins us to talk about her first six months in office, her biggest accomplishments and what remains at the top of her to-do list. We’ll talk about gun violence in the city, her “cleaner, greener, safer” initiative, and the pushback on her return-to-work mandate for city workers. Plus, we hear how she plans to make Philly streets safer for pedestrians and bikes, and her thoughts on the likely presidential nominee Kamala Harris. Don’t miss your opportunity to pose your questions on air; call us at 215-351-0525 or email studio2@whyy.org.
Jenkintown receives proposal to allow six apartments in newly constructed second floor of former Wells Fargo building
The forthcoming Innovation & Exploration STEM Early Learning Center, which will open its doors this fall at 400 Old York Road in Jenkintown, has made some changes to the former Wells Fargo bank building. According to borough manager George Locke, the school has constructed a second floor in the space’s...
Philadelphia DA announces conviction in deadly 2022 Tioga shooting
A man who tried to break up a domestic altercation was killed for his efforts on January 11, 2022 in Philadelphia's Tioga section, officials said. And, Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner said that the man responsible has been convicted in the slaying. On Wednesday, Krasner announced that a jury had...
New Jersey lottery player wins $4 million in Mega Millions. Here's where ticket was sold
A trip the market turned into one lucky New Jersey lottery player into a millionaire. The ticket sold in Monmouth County won $4 million by matching the five white balls in Tuesday's Mega Millions drawing and having the Megaplier option. The winning ticket was sold at the Laurel Market on Laurel Avenue in Hazlet Township, the New Jersey Lottery announced. ...
Amazon Fresh continues rapidly opening stores
More Amazon Fresh grocery stores are on the verge of opening up shop — most recently in Pennsylvania, according to the Philadelphia Business Journal. The online retail giant will open its next brick-and-mortar operation in Bensalem, Penn. Amazon has also applied for a liquor license at a second location...
Philadelphia Drivers Alert: Roosevelt Expressway Nighttime Repairs to Impact Commute
Heads up, Philly drivers: Your nighttime commute is about to hit a snag – or more accurately, a series of them. Bridge repairs on U.S. 1, popularly known as the Roosevelt Expressway, will be causing some disruptions this week and over the coming weekend, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT).
Howard Eskin to return to SportsRadio 94WIP for first time since allegations of his 'unwelcome kiss' surfaced
Howard Eskin will return to SportsRadio 94WIP on Saturday morning for the first time since allegations surfaced that he made an unwanted advance on an Aramark employee at Citizens Bank Park, an Audacy official said. Eskin hasn't been on the air for his 8 to 10 a.m. show on Saturdays since late June.
Man sentenced for selling drugs in Luzerne County
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — A Philadelphia man has been sentenced after selling methamphetamine and fentanyl within Luzerne County. U.S. Attorney Gerard M. Karam announced that 35-year-old Terrell Waston of Philadelphia has been sentenced to 188 months in prison for trafficking drugs in Luzerne County. According to U.S. Attorney Karam Waston, pled guilty to distributing and […]
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