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PennDOT readies for upcoming holiday travel, winter weather

NORRISTOWN – A gigantic mountain of salt at a Pennsylvania Department of Transportation maintenance yard served as the backdrop for officials to remind motorists about winter travel. Representatives from the state transportation agency, Pennsylvania State Police, AAA, and the Norristown Police Department convened Thursday at the Norristown-based facility ahead...

Norristown, PA · 1d
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The Archive in Lansdale Is a Two-Floor Maze of Books, Comics and Old Postcards

From the outside, it looks like any other warehouse. The building at 725 W. Second St. sits two blocks from Lansdale’s Main Street, across from a row of new townhouses. Most passersby would guess it stores building supplies. Inside is The Archive, one of Montgomery County’s most packed secondhand shops.

Lansdale, PA · 2d
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Lancaster County cooking school unveils new location

LANCASTER, Pa. (WHTM) — A local cooking school in Lancaster County officially opened the doors to its new location at the Shops at Rockvale. abc27 News reported back in April 2026, when the Zest Cooking School first announced they would be relocating from 1180 Eerbs Quarry Road in Lititz to the Shops at Rockvale shopping […]

Lancaster County, PA · 5h

DELCO.Today

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Chester Receiver Vijay Kapoor Says $45.7M Gap Is ‘Doable’

After four years in bankruptcy, Chester finally knows what it will take to get out. The answer is $45.7 million, and the man in charge of closing that gap said it can be done, reports Kenny Cooper for WHYY. “It’s challenging, but I also think it’s doable,” said Vijay Kapoor,...

Chester, PA · 1d
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Health officials continue to advocate for Measles vaccine as Pennsylvania reaches over 1.5K cases

LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — The Pennsylvania Health Department’s latest measles report shows 1505 cases in Pennsylvania, with a third of them in Lancaster County. “We’ve definitely seen an increase in conversation and dosage given throughout my market,” Dr. Tyler Liebegott, district pharmacy leader at CVS, said. That covers CVS pharmacies in the Midstate from […]

Pennsylvania · 22h

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Alumni Win State and National Offices in Democratic Midterm Sweep

Three Swarthmore alumni won races for public office in the 2026 midterm elections last Tuesday. Josh Green ’92 H’22 won a second term as governor of Hawaii, Phil Weiser ’90 became governor-elect of Colorado, and Will Lawrence ’13 won Michigan’s contested seventh Congressional District. All three ran as Democrats.

Swarthmore, PA · 1d

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Spoiled Food, Broken Equipment Flagged in County Inspections

WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County health inspectors identified food temperature violations, sanitation deficiencies and equipment failures at six food facilities during inspections conducted Tuesday, Nov. 10, including a senior living facility where improperly stored beef and expired potato salad were discarded. The Chester County Health Department’s findings also...

Chester County, PA · 2d

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515 New EV Charging Stations coming to Region

A new round of electric vehicle charging station funding was announced by commonwealth of Pennsylvania late last month. PennDOT announced it awarded grants totalling $37 million to 71 companies and local governments in Philadelphia as well as Montgomery, Bucks, Delaware and Chester counties. The grant recipients will install around 515 new charging ports in shopping centers, at apartment buildings and along street.

Bucks County, PA · 1d

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After losing his job at a casino, Bob, known as Bucks County Batman, now roams Philadelphia. We visit Bob in his hometown and get a glimpse of his everyday heroic actions. Tap the link in bio to watch.

Bucks County, PA · 21h

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4 Philadelphia ZIP Codes Rank Among the Nation’s Wealthiest

Four Philadelphia ZIP codes rank among the 1,000 wealthiest in the nation on The Business Journals’ 2026 Wealthy 1000 list, writes Joanne Drilling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Leading the way is 19103, covering Rittenhouse Square, Fitler Square and Logan Square. At No. 17, it cracked the nation’s top...

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Outpatient addiction treatment center opens on Broad Street

A new outpatient drug and alcohol treatment center has opened in South Philadelphia, offering recovery programs designed to address not only addiction but the everyday challenges that can make getting help difficult. Philadelphia Recovery Solutions is located at 2300 S. Broad St., Suites 202 and 203, in the Rota Building. The center offers intensive outpatient […]

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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A novel approach to combatting gentrification is working in Kensington

In 2023, J.C. Zerbe, community advocate and acclaimed muralist, welcomed an unusual offer: a spiffy, brand-new space for below-market rent. The offer came from the Kensington Corridor Trust (KCT). Most landlords buy buildings to hold onto them, but KCT buys properties to give them away — rehabbing them and transferring them to community ownership.

Philadelphia, PA · 3d

philadelphia.today

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My Independence at Home: Veteran-Owned Philadelphia Home Care Company for Seniors and Adults With Disabilities

As the region marks Veterans Day, one Philadelphia business shows what an Army veteran can build after service. My Independence at Home, a home care company headquartered in Philadelphia’s Wynnefield Heights neighborhood, was founded in 2013 by U.S. Army veteran Lisa Robinson and co-founder Ronda Winfield. Since then, it...

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Philadelphia’s kratom ban, hemp restrictions take effect Thursday: Here’s what we know

PHILADELPHIA - A Philadelphia ordinance restricting the sale of intoxicating hemp and kratom products takes effect Thursday, Nov. 12, with violations carrying fines of up to $2,000 a day. MIAMI, FL - MAY 10: In this photo illustration, capsules of the drug Kratom are seen on May 10, 2016 in...

Philadelphia, PA · 2d

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Tornado rips through Delaware: Sign crushes cars, helicopter hit

A line of strong storms swept through the Philadelphia region Thursday afternoon, Nov. 12, spawning a tornado in Delaware and leaving damaged buildings, downed trees and piles of hail. The National Weather Service confirmed the tornado touched down in New Castle County. Crews were set to assess damage in Burlington County, New Jersey, on Friday.

New Castle County, DE · 14h

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Official: Ship Strikes Bridge Between N.J., Pa.

Official: Ship Strikes Bridge Between N.J., Pa.

Philadelphia, PA · 22h

South Jersey Media

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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 · 1d

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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 · 1d

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Sunrise Activists Block I-76 Ramp Before 76ers Opener, Demand $415M for Philly

About 10 Sunrise Philadelphia activists shut down the Broad Street exit ramp from I-76 during rush hour on Oct. 22, timing the blockade just before tip-off of LeBron James’ first game with the 76ers. Traffic backed up onto the interstate for roughly 20 minutes, and police did not respond to the scene for more than 20 minutes after the demonstration began. No one was seriously injured and no arrests were made.

Philadelphia, PA · 3d