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Mayor Parker pledged to help save 925 affordable rentals across Philly. Councilmember Gauthier wants a funding commitment

Have a question about Philly’s neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Ask us a question or send us a story idea you think we should cover. Philadelphia City Councilmember Jamie Gauthier will introduce legislation Thursday calling for a public hearing to...

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Artificial light is illuminating the night in South Jersey. What does that mean for insects?

As the sun sets across South Jersey, darkness does not always follow. Streetlights illuminate residential neighborhoods, shopping centers remain lit after businesses close, and large commercial properties can cast light into the surrounding landscape throughout the night. In Gloucester County, the changing landscape can be seen along Route 322, a...

Gloucester County, NJ · 1d

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At Last! The Pedestrian Swing Bridge Across the Schuylkill Is Finally Opening

Begun in 2018, the $28 million project promises to safely and accessibly connect Southwest Philly and Center City. Pedestrians and cyclists celebrate this weekend. For years, Justin Dennis has watched cyclists, runners, and walkers on either side of the Schuylkill reach the river … only to have to turn around because they didn’t have dedicated, pedestrian trails to cross over to the other side.

Philadelphia, PA · 12h

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A Guide to This Season’s Holiday Markets in Delaware

Holiday markets in Delaware are great places to find unique gifts, seasonal home decor, handmade clothing, and more. Plus, shopping locally and supporting independent artists is especially important this time of year. From intimate markets at micro-breweries and coffee shops to annual arts festivals, these holiday events across the First...

Wilmington, DE · 2d

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Kids Can Spend Hours Touching Real Science Exhibits At Wilmington’s Delaware Children’s Museum

A real sycamore tree, roughly 350 years old, sits indoors here, and kids are allowed to climb right through it. That tree is older than the United States. I can’t imagine a cooler way to meet history. The same building once held a nightclub and a pizza-and-games arcade. Now...

Wilmington, DE · 2d

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Jumpstart MontCo loan program launches to tackle housing affordability

NORRISTOWN — A new tool in the toolbox is working toward fixing the affordable housing crisis in Montgomery County as officials emphasize the importance of home development. Jumpstart MontCo, an offshoot of Jumpstart Philly, an initiative aiming to offer loans to smaller developers in Montgomery County, was launched last week outside a property in Norristown.

Montgomery County, PA · 21h

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Free Winter Coat Drives Planned Across Delaware

Highmark Health Options Funds Free Winter Coat Drives With Four Delaware Nonprofits WILMINGTON, Del. – Four Delaware nonprofits are partnering with Highmark Health Options Delaware to provide free winter coats to residents who need them. Coats will be available in various sizes, and no registration is required, according to Highmark’s announcement. Highmark is funding the distributions through its Health Equity ... Read More

Delaware · 21h

South Philly Review

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Christmas Village in Philadelphia 2026: Dates, Vendors & What to Know

Christmas Village in Philadelphia is a free German-style Christmas market that fills LOVE Park and the City Hall courtyard every holiday season. The 2026 market runs November 21 to December 27, open noon to 8 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and noon to 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, with 120+ wooden booths selling ornaments, bratwurst, raclette and Glühwein, the hot mulled wine.

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Pa. Must Step Up, Put Condemnations of Jew-Hatred Into Law

At the time of this writing six Jewish-owned Philadelphia restaurants were reportedly marked for a Sunday (Nov. 8) "Boycott Ride" accompanied by a demand that should horrify every American: "These Zionist Establishments Must Go! Not in Our City!" The demand?. For Jewish businesses to disappear from an American neighborhood. Calling...

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Spotlight Delaware’s Our Delaware Cultural Fair to Bring Community & Camaraderie to Wilmington

Spotlight Delaware is proud to host its second annual Our Delaware Cultural Festival this Sunday, November 15, at Arsht Hall in Wilmington, celebrating the diverse communities that make up the First State. The festival returns with an expanded slate of performances and representation from 13 heritage and affinity groups, as well as award-winning food trucks […] The post Spotlight Delaware’s Our Delaware Cultural Fair to Bring Community & Camaraderie to Wilmington appeared first on Spotlight Delaware .

Wilmington, DE · 1d

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Pennsylvania Sues Contractor After Homeowners Report Damaged Ceilings, Exposed Wires and Lost Money

Pennsylvania homeowners paid thousands of dollars to improve their properties, only to face unfinished projects and costly damage, according to a new state lawsuit. One bathroom renovation reportedly ended with a ceiling collapsing in another room. The complaints have now led to legal action against JC Home & Construction Management, LLC, and its owner, Julian...

Pennsylvania · 2d

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From the Editors: The road back starts here

The Republican Party took a beating up and down the country last week but our focus, as always, is on Pennsylvania. And in Pennsylvania — particularly in southeastern Pennsylvania — the 2026 elections were arguably an extinction-level event for Republicans. All three Republican state senators on the ballot...

Pennsylvania · 19h

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$56M Kingswood Community Center opens as part of larger Riverside revitalization

The Kingswood Community Center in Wilmington is completing its 80th anniversary year with a newly constructed $56 million facility. The post $56M Kingswood Community Center opens as part of larger Riverside revitalization appeared first on Spotlight Delaware .

Wilmington, DE · 22h

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Philly councilmember wants city to stop burning trash in Chester

A Philadelphia councilmember says the city should stop sending its trash to be burned in Chester, one day after an NBC10 Investigators report examined Philadelphia’s reliance on the Delaware County incinerator and concerns from residents who have fought the facility for decades. Democratic Councilmember Jamie Gauthier opposes a proposed...

Philadelphia, PA · 2d

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Philly man completes two-day mission to ride every SEPTA Regional Rail line

Rich Temple spent two days riding every SEPTA Regional Rail line with the hopes of raising awareness and fueling future funding.

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Radnor proposes new data center restrictions

Officials in Radnor Township have introduced a new set of zoning regulations in an attempt to get ahead of the data center building boom. The township’s Board of Commissioners became the latest local government in the collar county region to weigh in on the increasingly controversial subject during its Oct. 26 meeting with a cradleto grave draft ordinance that would regulate data centers from the time of initial proposal, through to construction and operation, and finally during their decommissioning phase.

Radnor Township, PA · 1d

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Philly planted 18,581 trees over past three years, placing it 'on track' to reach goals to grow canopy

The coalition tasked with boosting Philly's tree canopy planted over 18,000 trees during the past three years, providing an encouraging if incomplete picture of the city's progress on its long-term greenery goals. MORE: Who are the purple-vested workers now patrolling SEPTA stations?. That data comes from a report released Thursday...

Philadelphia, PA · 12h

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COUNCILWOMAN CINDY BASS TO INTRODUCE RESOLUTION CALLING FOR PUBLIC HEARINGS ON PHILADELPHIA’S CHILD WELFARE SYSTEM

Resolution seeks examination of Community Umbrella Agencies and School District hiring and screening practices following the tragic death of 10-year-old Malayshia Alford. Councilwoman Cindy Bass (8th District) will introduce a resolution during this week’s Philadelphia City Council stated session authorizing the Committee of the Whole to hold public hearings examining the City’s Community Umbrella Agency (CUA) system and the School District of Philadelphia’s hiring and screening practices.

Philadelphia, PA · 16h

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Delayed Buses: Philly parents say it's been a bumpy road getting kids to school on time

According to Tymeera Hicks, school begins at 8:30 a.m., but the bus did not arrive until about 10:40 a.m.

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Democrats Win State Legislative Races, Environmental Referendum Passes

On Tuesday, Nov. 3, Delaware County (Delco) residents cast their ballots in the 2026 midterm elections. National attention centered on the battle for control of Congress and Pennsylvania’s gubernatorial race, and Delco voters managed to weigh in on a major environmental spending bill and several contentious legislative races. Delco...

Delaware County, PA · 22h