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Hundreds of schools will join together to provide information to Philly families at the 2024 K-12 Kids School Fair
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Philly parents choosing which school is the best for their children will get to meet representatives from more than 200 options. Elevate 215 will partner with the School...
Survival and Revival Along Philadelphia’s Portico Row
Ever wonder who lived in your house or on your block 100 years ago? That is what motivated Judith Benedict, a retired urban planner, to pour through countless Census records, newspapers, and Philadelphia Historical Commission files. She tracked down every resident of her block on historic Portico Row, which is on the south side of the 900 block of Spruce Street.
Norcross Lawyers Ask Court to Dismiss Indictment, Call Charges 'a Crime Thriller With No Crime'
CAMDEN – Lawyers for indicted Democratic political boss George E. Norcross III responded to the New Jersey Attorney General’s charges against him with the dismissive attitude of a movie critic who had just sat through a stinker of a film.“Whatever its merit for the silver screen, this indictment has no business in a court of law,” Norcross’ legal team wrote in a motion to dismiss the case on Monday in state Superior Court in Mercer County.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThe motion was 55 pages – almost one-half of the 111-page indictment...
School District of Philadelphia wants your feedback on the academic calendar
The School District of Philadelphia wants to get parents and families involved in the process of selecting the academic calendar for the next two school years. As the School District of Philadelphia begins its initial stages of developing the Academic Calendars for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years, the district has created a survey for […]
Pennsylvania Democratic lawmaker denies writing racist, homophobic tweets
PHILADELPHIA — A Pennsylvania Democratic state senator denied claims from Republicans that he made racist and homophobic remarks about Black, Asian and LGBTQ people on social media more than a decade ago. On Tuesday, Sept. 24, the Pennsylvania Senate Republican Campaign Committee released a statement accusing Sen. Jimmy Dillon...
Florida county votes to acquire SS United States and sink it for an artificial reef
Days after a judge temporarily suspended the deadline for the SS United States to leave its dock in South Philadelphia, a county in Florida says it has the money in place to acquire the historic ship.At a meeting in Okaloosa County, Florida, on Tuesday, Sept. 24, the Tourist Development Council unanimously voted to appropriate $10.1 million to move the SS US from its current home at Pier 82 to a location off the Florida coast in the Gulf of Mexico.Officials say the ship will then be sunk, creating the largest artificial reef in the world. To meet the project's requirements,...
Russian pianist, protester of war brings talents to South Jersey
Mikhail Voskresensky, a Russian pianist with more than 60 years of experience around the world, will perform at Rowan University this weekend.Voskresensky will take center stage at Boyd Concert Hall on Saturday, September 28th, at 7:30PM. He has also provided a master class to Rowan University students.See why the musician left his home country, and not just to perform, by watching the video above.RELATED: German-born glass artist crafts delicate masterpieces in Chester CountyGlass artist Sandra Jahn brought her magic touch to the WGK Glass Art workshop, where visitors can catch a glimpse of this timeless tradition.
Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority Close to Finalizing Phase One of Federal Program
The Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority is getting close to finalizing phase one of a federal program aimed at restoring train service between Reading and Philly. The Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority is getting close to finalizing phase one of a federal program aimed at restoring train service between Reading and Philadelphia, writes Karen Shuey for The Daily Local News.
Philly Concession Workers Strike as Playoffs, Seasons Ramp Up
Concession workers for the three primary Philadelphia sports venues have gone on strike this week against their employer, Aramark, in hopes that the company will provide wage increases and stronger benefits.Philly Mayor Supports 76ers' $1.3 Billion Downtown Arena Plan Members of Unite Here Local 274, which represents food and beverage workers at the Phillies’ Citizens Bank Park, the 76ers’ and Flyers’ Wells Fargo Center and the Eagles’ Lincoln Financial Field, have been picketing since Monday, when the Phillies hosted the Chicago Cubs to kick off their final home series of the regular season. The union said that despite all being managed by...
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