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Philadelphia sends its trash to be burned. Neighbors say they've had enough

Philadelphia sends hundreds of thousands of tons of trash to Chester each year to be burned. Now, as city councilmembers weigh new waste contracts, residents in the small Delaware County city and its leaders are urging Philly to stop sending its trash there and calling for the incinerator to close.

Philadelphia, PA · 1d
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Local Farms and Markets to Get Your Thanksgiving Turkey in Chester County

The turkey is the centerpiece of the Thanksgiving table, and in Chester County, finding a good one doesn’t have to mean a last-minute grocery store run. Across the region, family farms are raising fresh, pasture-raised birds, while local markets are ready to hand over a fully cooked dinner so the host can skip the roasting altogether.

Chester County, PA · 2d
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US-13 Southbound Lanes Closed at St. Georges Bridge in New Castle County

Drivers traveling southbound on US-13 in New Castle County should plan ahead — lanes at St. Georges Bridge, between Cox Neck Road and Lorewood Grove Road, are currently closed for road work. DelDOT confirmed the closure is active as of November 10, 2026, and the disruption is expected to...

New Castle County, DE · 1d
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The city of Chester is facing a $45.7 million deficit in 2027. The receiver believes the city can overcome it

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!. If nothing changes with the cash-strapped city of Chester’s finances, state-appointed receiver Vijay Kapoor projected the bankrupt municipality faces a $45.7 million deficit as early as 2027.

Chester, PA · 18h
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Veterans Housing Development Moves Forward in Maryland

A development for at-risk and formerly homeless veterans and their families has taken a big step forward in Maryland. The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) has closed financing for the second phase of HELP Perry Point Veterans Village in Perryville. The department will administer more than $23 million to support the creation of an additional 77 homes on the campus of the Perry Point Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center.

Maryland · 1d

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Reading City Council hears options for Centre Avenue Bridge project

READING, Pa. – During its Committee of the Whole meeting Monday night, Reading City Council heard about the most viable options for the Centre Avenue Bridge project to accommodate Norfolk Southern height requirements. In 2024, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation requested meetings with the city to discuss projects for...

Reading, PA · 1d

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Lancaster Recreation Commission announces new executive director

LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — The Lancaster Recreation Commission announced a new executive director on Monday. Jack Bingeman will continue his 22-year career with the Lancaster Recreation Commission, as Heather Dighe concludes her 10 years of serving as executive director, according to the press release. Sean Post, Lancaster Recreation...

Lancaster, PA · 1d

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Lane Closure Set for Vance Neck Road in New Castle County Starting Monday

The Delaware Department of Transportation has announced a single lane closure on Vance Neck Road, between Bayview Road and Route 9, in New Castle County for scheduled paving work. The lane restriction is in effect November 16 through November 20, each day between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., as long...

New Castle County, DE · 20h

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A Century of Community: Concord Honors Palma Capelli on the Eve of Her 100th Birthday

When Palma Capelli was born on Nov. 18, 1926, Calvin Coolidge was in the White House. Nearly 100 years later, Concord Township stopped to thank her for a lifetime of giving back, reports Rich Schwartzman for Chadds Ford Live. At its Nov. 4 meeting, Concord Township Council gave Capelli a...

Chadds Ford, PA · 2d

DELCO.Today

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The Delco Store Reopens in Broomall with New Lawrence Park Location

The Delco Store is back in Broomall. The retailer, known for Delaware County-themed merchandise and Philadelphia sports apparel, has returned to Lawrence Park Shopping Center, reports June Bakan for Patch. Also known as Delco Original Trading Company, the locally focused shop has moved around the county several times since its...

Broomall, PA · 3d

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Cleaver Farm Rd Closed Near Middletown in New Castle County

A section of Cleaver Farm Road in the Middletown area of New Castle County is currently closed due to road work, according to the Delaware Department of Transportation. The closure affects Cleaver Farm Road between Cole Boulevard and Ashland Street. DelDOT confirmed the closure is active as of the morning of November 9, 2026.

New Castle County, DE · 2d

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Penn State Health to close Downtown Reading campus, transition most services to other Berks County locations

READING, Pa. - Penn State Health plans to close its Downtown Reading campus and transition most of its services to other Berks County locations by 2027, the health system told 69 News on Tuesday. With the exception of dental services, Penn State Health will continue offering all of its health...

Reading, PA · 18h

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Berks County Veterans Affairs | County Connection

An overview of the Veterans Affairs Department – including the newest inductees to the Berks County Military Hall of Fame, the Guitars for Vets success story, Second Annual Vetsgiving program, and the news that Berks County Veterans Affairs has achieved the #1 status in all of Pennsylvania for disability compensation and pensions.

Berks County, PA · 1d

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Democrats poised to have 13-seat majority in Pennsylvania House after Tuesday’s election

HARRISBURG — Democratic challengers have declared victory in three competitive Pennsylvania House races that will help determine the size of the party’s majority during the next legislative session. Wins in those races would give the party a 13-seat advantage. In Lancaster County’s 41st House District, Brad Chambers leads Republican state Rep. Brett Miller by 30 […]

Pennsylvania · 1d

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Former POW Ralph Galati to headline Delaware Veterans Day ceremony

Annual New Castle observance will focus on service and sacrifice, with Vietnam veteran who endured 406 days in captivity delivering keynote address NEW CASTLE, Del. — Delawareans will gather Wednesday at the Delaware War Memorial Plaza to honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, with former Vietnam War prisoner of war Ralph Galati delivering ... Read More

Delaware · 1d

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Columbia School District bans e-bikes, electric scooters on school property for students under 16; new policy took effect Monday, Nov. 9

The Columbia Borough School Board has approved a policy banning students under age 16 from bringing or using motorized and electric transportation devices on school property, district officials announced to families. Registration is required for older students. The update to Board Policy 223, which governs bicycles and motorized or electric...

Columbia, PA · 15h

Berks Weekly

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Holiday Lights at Gring’s Mill returns for 38th season with festive displays and special events

Berks County Parks & Recreation will welcome visitors back to Gring’s Mill this holiday season as the annual Holiday Lights at Gring’s Mill returns for its 38th year, beginning Saturday, November 28. The popular holiday tradition features illuminated displays throughout the historic recreation area, highlighting the property’s buildings...

Berks County, PA · 23h

MONTCO.Today

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King of Prussia Warehouse Project Clears Key Hurdle After Years of Planning

A King of Prussia warehouse project years in the making just cleared a key hurdle with Upper Merion Township officials, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. EQT Real Estate wants to build a 138,000-square-foot industrial warehouse at 456-588 Swedeland Road, on a stretch between the GSK campus and...

King Of Prussia, PA · 2d

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Uwchlan Tax Hike Spurs Statewide Property Tax Cap Proposal

HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania municipalities would face new limits on annual property tax increases under legislation introduced Nov. 5 by state Rep. Zachary Mako, who cited Uwchlan Township’s sharp 2026 tax increase as evidence that homeowners need protection from sudden increases in local tax rates. House Bill 2889...

Chester County, PA · 1d

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Philadelphia's Long-Delayed Schuylkill Swing Bridge Finally Set To Open Nov. 13

A new swing bridge over the Schuylkill River just south of the Grays Ferry Avenue Bridge is scheduled to open on November 13 at 2 p.m., finally closing a missing link in Philadelphia's trail network after years of setbacks. The 1,000-foot span, known as Schuylkill Crossing, will connect Bartram's Garden and Grays Ferry, giving pedestrians and cyclists an off-road path between Southwest Philadelphia and Center City.

Philadelphia, PA · 4d