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Man shot in the back in Philadelphia's Hunting Park section
A man was rushed to the hospital after a shooting in Philadelphia's Hunting Park neighborhood.Chopper 6 was over the scene around 11 p.m. on Tuesday in the 3900 block of 9th Street.Police found the man with a gunshot wound to the back.They did not find any ballistic evidence at the scene.The man is in critical but stable condition.Police are searching for a motive and a suspect.RELATED: Check the 6abc Neighborhood Safety Tracker
Wilmington’s Hagley Museum is using old technology for a sustainable future
Historic dams along the Brandywine River are helping the museum get off the electrical grid. This story is part of the WHYY News Climate Desk, bringing you news and solutions for our changing region. From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do...
Delaware County Community College hosts panel examining similarities of project 2025 and the 1629 project
Delaware County Community College presented a panel on September 30th “Examining the similarities: project 2025 and the 1629 project” to help students understand Project 2025 and how it resembles projects of the past. This panel was organized by sociologist and author Dr. Chuck Baker and was open to students and community members. The event’s speakers […]
Chaddsford Winery in Delaware County sold to new ownership
Nearly six months after the cofounder's of Delaware County's Chaddsford Winery announced they were looking for new ownership, the award-winning winery has officially been sold.The winery announced Monday that the Vinton family, which owns White Horse Winery in New Jersey, recently purchased the business."When we began this process, our goal was to find a new owner who was the best fit for our beloved Winery. We're confident that the Vinton's and White Horse Winery are a perfect match," Corey Krejcik, general manager of Chaddsford Winery, said in a statement. "Both organizations are incredibly complementary in their strengths, strategies, and personnel....
Man accused in shooting that injured Philadelphia officer serving narcotics warrant in January pleads no contest
The man accused of injuring a Philadelphia police officer who was serving a narcotics warrant pleaded no contest to charges including aggravated assault, recklessly endangering another person, and other assault-related and drug offenses.
Woman searches for photographer who captured her dog's last walk
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- If you like taking pictures in Fairmount, you may have taken a photo recently that could help heal a broken heart. One woman says she was approached by a man on the street to take a photo of her and her beloved dog, and that image ended up being the last picture ever snapped of the pair. "He was my best friend for 13 years," Kristina Cusenza said of her beloved hound mix Weston.Cusenza spends a lot of time reflecting these days. That's what happens when you lose a pet who becomes family. And for Cusenza, that was...
Celebrating Philadelphia voting with a party
Welcome America, Inc. is partnering with national organizations to host two “Celebrate Philadelphia Block Parties.” “Welcome America is proud to be partnering with Every Voice, Every Vote and [Michelle Obama’s] When We All Vote to produce the Celebrate Philadelphia block party series,” said Nicole Allen, COO, of Welcome America, Inc. “Voting and participation in our […]
Asking Eric: How to balance helping family when poor life choices are involved
Dear Eric: How do senior siblings sort out who should do what for other senior siblings, parents and needy younger relatives? Does it matter if some need help because of risky or harmful life choices? I’m being vague so my siblings don’t recognize me. – Role Requirements. Dear...
EPA removes NJ landfill from Superfund list
Lipari Landfill once topped the nation’s Superfund site list. The Lipari Landfill, a six-acre chemical cauldron in Gloucester County, topped the nation’s Superfund site list some 40 years ago after companies had dumped 155 carcinogens, heavy metals, pesticide residues and benzene. But alarmed Pitman residents organized and fought...
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