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Delaware County Farms Embracing Fall and Halloween
Linvilla's Pumpkinland is one spot where you can satisfy your fall needs. We’re right around the corner from October so it’s time to go pumpkin hunting and hayride-hopping, with a side trip to terror town. There are two farms in Delaware County ready to meet those needs, writes...
Elizabeth Warren stumps in Montco as county launches mail-in ballot voting
What questions do you have about the 2024 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Let us know. Early voting has begun in parts of Pennsylvania, and Democrats aren’t wasting any time starting their door-to-door canvassing to get voters out to the polls. Montgomery County became...
Master Street in North Philly now bears name of actress and city native Erika Alexander
Master Street between Broad and Carlisle in North Philadelphia is being renamed in honor of actress Erika Alexander. The city native took classes at the Freedom Theatre and attended Philadelphia High School for Girls.
Halloween 2024: Here's your guide to haunted houses in the Philadelphia area
Searching for a good scare? Well, we've got a list of some haunted houses for you to check out in the Philadelphia area.PHILADELPHIABloodletting & Burials at the Betsy Ross HouseWhere: 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106When: Oct. 5 - Oct. 26, 2024For more information, visit: historicphiladelphia.orgFright FactoryWhere: 2200 S Swanson St., Philadelphia, PA 19148When: Sept. 27 - Nov. 2, 2024For more information, visit: frightfactoryphilly.comHalloween Nights at Eastern State PenitentiaryWhere: 2027 Fairmount Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19130When: Sept. 20 - Nov. 9, 2024For more information, visit: easternstate.orgLincoln Mill Haunted HouseWhere: 4100 Main St., Philadelphia, PA 19127When: Sept. 27 - Nov. 2, 2024For...
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...
Subway Line That Would End in Neshaminy Included in PennDOT’s New Proposals for Roosevelt Boulevard
1970's artists rendition of the Roosevelt Boulevard Subway Line. PennDOT has submitted three new proposals for the Roosevelt Boulevard corridor, including a Roosevelt Boulevard Subway Line that would run up to Neshaminy in Bucks County. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has submitted three new proposals that aim to make the...
‘A game changer’: AFAHO’s new health center will serve uninsured, underinsured residents in Delco
From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly’s suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. The African Family Health Organization (AFAHO) opened its new health clinic in Darby, Delaware County, on Friday. The clinic will serve non- and under-insured residents,...
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...
Pennsylvania is the best state for pizza, report says
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A new report found that Pennsylvania is the best state for pizza. According to Clever's "Best Pizza Cities in America: 2024 Data," the Keystone State is No. 1 for pizza. With Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in the Top 10, Pennsylvania has the bragging rights for the best pizza in America. Philadelphia came in at No. 4, with Pittsburgh not far behind at No. 10. Clever said in the Steel City there are 14.4 pizza restaurants per 100,000 residents and the average Yelp rating of pizza restaurants is 3.81. The report also said Pittsburghers spend 1.26...
Philly native completes 1,000 laps on art museum steps in honor of his brother
A man who originally hails from Northeast Philadelphia completed his goal of running up and down the art museum steps 1,000 times. James Resnick, who now lives in Los Angeles, said it was in honor of his brother Sammy, who lives in a full-time care facility after being injured in a car accident 22 years ago.Resnick started the challenge on Thursday evening and ran through the night, taking short breaks only to drink fluids and use the bathroom. By Saturday, he was still running."I think the adrenaline's kicking in, so I'm wide awake," Resnick said during the 11:00 a.m. hour, after his...
Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner scores legal win against Republican impeachment bid
Pennsylvania state lawmakers who tried to impeach Philadelphia's elected progressive prosecutor improperly tried to stretch that process across two different legislative sessions, the state's highest court ruled Thursday.The decision was a victory for Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner, a Democrat, following his impeachment by the Republican-controlled House of Representatives in 2022.Chief Justice Debra Todd, writing for the majority in a 3-1 decision, said the state Constitution does not grant power to the House and Senate in subsequent sessions to act on matters that were begun in a prior session.As a result, the articles of impeachment "became null and void" when...
Your ultimate guide to fall festivals in the Philadelphia area
Fall has arrived in the Philadelphia region, bringing with it some of the most-anticipated festivals and events of the year. Why it matters: Take advantage of your last chances to spend time outdoors before the winter cold arrives. Plus, there's something for everyone!. Here are some of the top festivals...
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