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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

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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Fun Things To Do In Delaware County This Weekend For Families And Kids November 14th, 14th & 15th

A list of the best things to do in Delaware County. What to do this weekend with your family? There is a wealth of activities available for families and kids. We invite you to explore our events calendar, which features a range of family-friendly activities and events to enjoy throughout the week, including weekends. We continually update our events calendar, so there's always something new and exciting to do!

Delaware County, PA · 15h
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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 · 22h
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AccuWeather

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Hail piles up like snow near Philadelphia as tornadoes, flooding hit mid-Atlantic

Drivers became stranded in several inches of hail, crews brought out shovels and front loaders, and more than 800 flights were canceled as severe storms swept from Philadelphia to New York City. Hail piled up deep enough to strand drivers and send crews out with shovels near Philadelphia on Thursday,...

Philadelphia, PA · 3h

eddystoneborough.org

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Help Shape Eddystone’s Future! Take the Community Survey

Eddystone Borough is inviting residents to share their vision for the community by participating in a survey supporting the Borough’s Comprehensive Plan and Strategic Plan. A Comprehensive Plan serves as a blueprint for the future, guiding community growth and development. Your feedback will help identify priorities and shape decisions affecting Eddystone in the years ahead.

Delaware County, PA · 1d

WFMZ-TV Online

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Several inches of hail covered the ground in Delaware County Thursday afternoon

DELAWARE COUNTY, Pa. - Rain poured across the Lehigh Valley Thursday afternoon, but a completely different scene unfolded in Delaware County. In Parkside Borough, just after 5 p.m., crews were seen shoveling roads along a stretch of Route 352 following a heavy hailstorm. The area saw several inches of hail...

Delaware County, PA · 16h

South Jersey Media

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Gloucester City Library celebrates two anniversaries

Back in 1925, members of the Gloucester City Women’s Club came up with a plan to give residents free access to literature and encyclopedias and decided to create a library. With an initial collection of 3,200 books, the library opened its doors to the public at 2:30 p.m. on April 11, 1925, in the old […]

Gloucester City, NJ · 2d

philadelphia.today

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This Philadelphia Program Has Helped 1,000 Local Homeowners Complete Their Wills

The Will Power Program was launched in 2022 to provide free real estate planning to Philadelphia’s low-income homeowners. Three years later and the program has just helped its 1,000th Philadelphia homeowner with their will and other related legal documents, writes Aaron Moselle for WHYY. Debby Freedman, executive director of...

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

The Philadelphia Citizen

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Philly’s Black History, Revived

There wouldn’t be a Belmont Mansion in 2026 if there hadn’t been an Audrey Johnson-Thornton in 1985. More than 40 years ago, Johnson-Thornton looked at the abandoned property in West Fairmount Park and saw not a dilapidated structure on the road to demolition, but a piece of history in need of preservation. One year later, she and TV producer Gloria Penn Easton co-founded the American Women’s Heritage Society (AWHS), an assemblage of Black women, and, with the City of Philadelphia’s blessing, took charge of Belmont’s care.

Philadelphia, PA · 2d

hoodline.com

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Marines Mark 251st Birthday on a Philly Parking Lot Where a Tavern Will Rise Again

Marines gathered Tuesday on a parking lot on South 2nd Street between Market and Chestnut in Philadelphia to celebrate the Marine Corps' 251st birthday, standing on the future site of a planned reconstruction of Tun Tavern, the watering hole widely considered the birthplace of the Corps. The gathering marked the third annual block party commemorating the occasion at the site, drawing Marines past and present to a stretch of pavement that organizers hope will one day host a working tribute to their service's origins, according to 6abc Philadelphia.

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

NBC Philadelphia

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NWS to survey damage after tornadoes touch down in Delaware, NJ

The National Weather Service is set to survey damage after tornadoes touched down Thursday in Delaware and New Jersey. On Friday morning, the National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed that a tornado touched down near Old York Road in Chesterfield, New Jersey. Crews were expected to survey damage in Burlington County, New Jersey, and New Castle County, Delaware, to determine the strength and size of Thursday's tornadoes.

Burlington County, NJ · 8h

glensidelocal.com

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NRA files lawsuit challenging PA’s carry restrictions for adults under 21

The National Rifle Association (NRA) and other gun rights advocates have filed a federal lawsuit challenging Pennsylvania’s minimum age requirement of 21 to obtain a license to carry a firearm. According to a statement on the NRA’s website, the Firearms Policy Coalition and 18-year-old Daniel Maines of Philadelphia are...

Pennsylvania · 5h

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Borough Adds New Tax for Swarthmore Workers and Residents

In a six-to-one vote on Monday, Nov. 9, the Borough Council of Swarthmore passed a motion to implement an earned income tax (EIT) of 1% beginning early next year. Once the measure takes effect on Jan. 1, Swarthmore College will deduct revenue directly from the paychecks of the roughly three-quarters of employees who are subject to the tax.

Swarthmore, PA · 1d

abc27 News

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Philly launches a new effort to tackle potholes throughout the city

PHILADELPHIA (WPHL) — Philadelphia is launching a new frontline effort to protect city streets called the Road Warriors Pothole Squad. It’s a dedicated team of 22 people focused exclusively on proactive street repair and faster response to potholes. “This program, it will help us be more proactive,” said Streets Commissioner Kristin Del Rossi. “The whole […]

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

phlcouncil.com

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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 · 1d

theartnewspaper.com

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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 · 23h

delawaresource.com

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Delaware County public safety agencies seek more staff, equipment in 2027 budget

DELAWARE — Delaware County’s public safety agencies are seeking funding for additional personnel, expanded ambulance coverage and emergency communications upgrades as county officials work to finalize the 2027 budget. That includes requests from three key safety agencies: The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office, Delaware County Emergency Medical Services and...

Delaware County, PA · 1d

South Jersey Media

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Camden County voters approve $400 million water infrastructure initiative

Voters in Camden County approved a $400 million investment in water infrastructure projects that will reduce sewer overflow, replace leaking sewer systems, and clean local lakes. On Nov. 3, a total of 92,009 Camden County voters decided to approve the measure, with 24,779 against. As part of the approval, the county’s Open Space Tax and […]

Camden County, NJ · 20h

MONTCO.Today

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After Near-Fatal Accident, Chester County Artist Shares Hope One Free Painting at a Time

Somewhere in Chester County, a neighbor may be holding a small piece of David Gerbstadt’s story without realizing it, reports Todd Haas for 6abc. For more than 30 years, the Berwyn artist has been leaving original artwork in public places for anyone to find and take home. The pieces...

Chester County, PA · 1d