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Philadelphia city council investigates sudden closure of oldest natural history research institution in the Americas

The Academy of Natural Sciences, a 198-year-old public museum in Philadelphia run by Drexel University, shuttered in September because of rising costs. The university’s president will now testify under subpoena before Philadelphia’s city council on 16 November, answering questions about the sudden closure and what will happen to the museum’s valuable collection of more than 19 million specimens.

Philadelphia, PA · 1d
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New Schuylkill River swing bridge debuts today

The swing bridge over the Schuylkill River opens for business on Friday. Why it matters: The pedestrian walkway — officially dubbed Schuylkill Crossing — fills a gap along the Schuylkill River Trail to unite South and Southwest Philly. The big picture: It's the latest and splashiest addition to the city's trail network since the nearby Christian to Crescent Trail Connector went online last year. State of play: The $28-million rehabilitation project converts the long-defunct railroad bridge into a pedestrian walkway for the first time. The bridge is 225 feet long, linking to a pair of spans on the banks of the river that are 95 feet each. Overall, the project adds a little less than a mile of new trail to the network. Worth noting: The bridge will sometimes swing open to allow for river traffic. But those closures to pedestrians will be brief: The bridge needs roughly 3 minutes to open and another 3 to close. ✨ 1 notable thing: The new span is the only public swing bridge in the city. Zoom in: The swing bridge creates 4.7 miles of uninterrupted trails from Bartram's Garden to the Fairmount Water Works beside the Philadelphia Museum of Art. How to

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Rare hailstorm aftermath in Delaware County, Pennsylvania

A freak November hailstorm pounded Parkside and surrounding neighborhoods Thursday afternoon, creating scenes that looked more like a blizzard than a thunderstorm, according to residents and officials. Neighbors found themselves shoveling ice, with stacks reaching up to 5 feet high, and reported auto and roof damage from the unexpected storm.

Delaware County, PA · 16h
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Your guide to Historic Holidays in Old City Philadelphia

It’s a festive time of year anywhere in Philly—but in Old City specifically, locals get a jolly mix of both history and the holidays. “Old City spent 2026 welcoming the world, and Historic Holidays is our invitation to come back and experience the neighborhood the way locals do,” says Job Itzkowitz, Executive Director of Old City District.

Philadelphia, PA · 1d
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Philadelphia under tornado watch as severe storms slam region

Philadelphia and surrounding suburbs are under severe weather alerts Thursday afternoon as strong storms bring damaging winds, hail and the threat of tornadoes to the region. The National Weather Service issued a tornado watch for Philadelphia through 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12. The city is also under a Flash Flood Warning until 6:45 p.m. as heavy rainfall moves through the area.

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

CBS Philadelphia

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Puerto Rico family finds home away from home at RMHC Southern New Jersey

For Kailitza "Kaili" Carrasquillo and her mom, the Ronald McDonald House in Camden has provided stability and support through months of major surgeries and medical treatment.

Philadelphia, PA · 2d

Axios Philadelphia

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SS United States, long docked in Philly, goes under the waves

The formerly Philadelphia-docked SS United States now rests at the bottom of the Gulf of Mexico. Why it matters: So ends the vessel's strange odyssey from the United States' largest ocean liner to Philly landmark to world's largest artificial reef . Driving the news: The controlled sinking began Wednesday afternoon roughly 22 nautical miles southwest of Destin-Fort Walton Beach in the Florida Panhandle. The sinking was slow going and stretched on for hours, but it was all over around 10pm when the ship fully disappeared into the water. Zoom in: The SS United States now joins a smorgasbord of other sunken vessels and artificial reefs for divers to explore off the beach. Plus: The ship's iconic red-white-and-blue smokestacks, as well as radar mast and a massive five-blade propeller were removed before the sinking — all of which will be incorporated into a land-based museum for the ship nearby. 👷 How it works: No explosives were used to sink the ship. Instead, crews strategically placed openings in the ship's hull and underwent a controlled flooding, which allowed it to rest in an upright position on the Gulf floor. Several compartments and lower deck areas that were deemed unsafe were also sealed

Philadelphia, PA · 2d

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History Group names Kathy Arthur Townsend as Person of the Month

BY JOE HARGESHEIMER Special to the Gloucester City News Well, it is time for the Gloucester City Person of the Month for November, and this time around I was pleased to have this sweet lady’s family nominate her, and I am glad they did. Kathy Arthur Townsend is what you can call a true blue […]

Gloucester City, NJ · 2d

Daily Voice

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19 Inches Of Hail Turns Parkside Borough Streets Into Winter Wonderland In November Storm

What looked like the aftermath of a massive blizzard was actually the result of a severe thunderstorm that dumped approximately 19 inches of hail on a Pennsylvania community, leaving streets buried in ice and drivers stranded. The extraordinary scene unfolded in Parkside Borough, Delaware County, on…

Delaware County, PA · 1d

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New Pa. License Plates Still Causing Wrong E-ZPass Charges

Pennsylvania’s patriotic new license plates are ringing up more than freedom, as months after the problem first surfaced, the redesigned tags are still triggering E-ZPass charges for trips drivers never took, writes Cheryl Mettendorf for 6abc. Introduced in June 2025 to mark America’s 250th anniversary, the plates feature the...

Pennsylvania · 5h

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Teachers union proposes alternative to closing 17 Philadelphia schools

The Philadelphia Federation of Teachers is urging the School District of Philadelphia and the school board to reconsider plans to close 17 schools.

Philadelphia, PA · 2d

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Philadelphia Sales Tax Hike Could Fund Arts Groups After Museum Closures Sting City

Pennsylvania State Sen. Nikil Saval wants to give Philadelphia a new way to pay for its museums, libraries, theaters, parks and recreation centers: a bump in the city's sales tax. The Philadelphia Democrat announced the proposal Thursday, which would authorize the city to raise its sales and use tax specifically to create a dedicated funding stream for arts, culture and community assets.

Philadelphia, PA · 15h

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Philadelphia tree advocates report progress on planting, with over 18,000 added in 3 years

From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Philadelphia says it’s making progress toward becoming a leafier city. It’s been three years since the city published the Philly Tree Plan, a roadmap for reversing the...

Philadelphia, PA · 16h

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On the Town Food Tours Stops in Haddonfield and Medford

South Jersey is home to a wide array of cuisines that are just waiting to be discovered. In these little suburban towns, it can be hard for the hole-in-the-wall spots to get some recognition. On the Town Food Tours, started and run by Audrey Wiggins, saw a chance to support and be an additional asset for them.

Medford, NJ · 2d

WBRE

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Philadelphia area faces rare November tornado threat

The Philadelphia area faced a rare November tornado threat on Thursday, with several counties placed under tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings.

Philadelphia, PA · 13h

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Philly commuters 'admire' mobility scooter user's large ladder haul

A Philadelphia commuter captured an unusual sight: a mobility scooter user hauling a massive ladder through traffic. The motorist who captured the video said she felt a sense of “admiration” for their audacity.

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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The 9 Quirkiest Places To Dine In Pennsylvania That Are Anything But Ordinary

Ready to find the quirkiest places to dine in Pennsylvania?. These 9 restaurants offer wild atmospheres and truly unforgettable meals!. 1. Talula’s Garden (Philadelphia) Most restaurants give you four walls and a ceiling, but Talula’s Garden in Philadelphia gives you something much better. Stepping inside feels like discovering...

Pennsylvania · 4d

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How to Compare Managed Service Providers in Philadelphia

Choosing a managed service provider (MSP) is one of the most consequential decisions a Philadelphia business can make. Your IT infrastructure touches every part of daily operations, from customer data security to employee productivity. Yet with so many providers competing for your business, how do you separate the ones that deliver real value from those that simply promise it?

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Rare tornadoes and golf-ball hail slam Philadelphia region, damaging hospital and school

Two rare November tornadoes and a burst of golf ball size hail slammed the Philadelphia region on Thursday, Nov. 12, in what forecasters are calling one of the wildest weather days in the area’s history. The National Weather Service confirmed one tornado in New Castle County, Delaware, near Wilmington, and another in Chesterfield Township in Burlington County, New Jersey.

Philadelphia, PA · 16h