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What you need to know if you have lead pipes
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Philadelphia and Wilmington, along with other United States cities, shared information this week about the location of lead pipes across their neighborhoods. The lead pipe inventories are required...
Police need better community outreach | PennLive letters
Police officers throughout Delaware County should build trust and citizens should be cooperative. Our Delaware County Police Departments through all boroughs and townships have to do a better job of having community engagement and outreach. It is confounded that the cycle of news we consume weekly has a number of...
Mansfield sprint football drops high scoring “Pink Out” Game with Chestnut Hill
MANSFIELD, P.A. (WETM) – Mansfield University sprint football fell short in a tough battle with Chestnut Hill. Chestnut Hill spoiled Mansfield University’s annual breast cancer awareness, “Pink Out” Game, on Saturday. Despite early offense from the Mountaineers, the Griffins took the lead the before the half and fended off a late Mansfield charge 42-35. Mid-way […]
Philadelphia wants to make a mural of "real life Rockys"
Philly tourism and art officials are looking for "real life Rockys" to feature in a mural to be unveiled at RockyFest in December.Why it matters: Becoming an honorary Rocky is on every Philadelphian's bucket list.Driving the news: The Philadelphia Visitors Center Corporation and Mural Arts are looking for four locals who "embody the Rocky story" of grit, resilience and perseverance to be part of a mural designed by artist Ash Ryan.They're accepting submissions through Friday, Oct. 25, for anyone who has the "Eye of the Tiger."Nominees should have an inspirational story, be involved in their community and display determination, heart, compassion and Philly pride.What they're saying: The competition celebrates the city's "unsung heroes who make Philadelphia a better place," Kathryn Ott Lovell, president of Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation, said in a news release.What's next: RockyFest runs Dec. 3-8, kicking off with Rocky Day to celebrate the release of the original 1976 Oscar-winning film.
Cyclists welcome proposed bike lane changes in Center City, but neighbors voice concerns
Months after a cyclist was struck and killed by a suspected drunk driver in Center City, Philadelphia transportation officials unveiled some of the changes the city is considering to make Spruce and Pine streets safer for bicyclists.
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