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Lansdale committee backs ‘opportunity zone’ designation

LANSDALE — A tactic could be coming to Lansdale to spur downtown redevelopment and revive one of the most controversial projects of the 2010s. The town’s Economic Development Committee gave an update this week toward designating a Qualified Opportunity Zone. “This is a program that was extended under...

Lansdale, PA · 1d

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Casa de Fehu, a new upscale, European-style restaurant in Hatboro, to soft open on Nov. 11

Casa de Fehu, an upscale, European-style restaurant at 482 Jacksonville Road in Hatboro, will host a soft opening on Wednesday, November 11. Owner Anthony Shalamov, a Hatboro resident since 2011, said his team conducted a test drive for the whole operation last week. “We’re finally set up and we have...

Hatboro, PA · 19h

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Hundreds celebrate Diwali at Souderton BAPS temple

Millions across the world are celebrating Diwali, the Hindu festival that symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance. In Souderton, hundreds in the North Penn community gathered Sunday at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir for prayers and community. Outside, families and friends socialize while dozens are grabbing food in a massive white tent. Inside the temple, scores of devotees pray to deities, including goddess Lakshmi, who represents wealth and prosperity, in front of the Annakut, which in Sanskrit means “a mountain of food.”

Souderton, PA · 1d

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Wissahickon Valley Historical Society recognizes Witness Houses in Whitpain

Thirty-nine homes in Whitpain Township existed during the American Revolutionary War and remain standing today. Recognized as witness houses, these homes and buildings were highlighted by the Wissahickon Valley Historical Society as part of its America 250 celebrations during Wednesday evening’s Board of Supervisors’ meeting. In Ambler, there are four witness houses and 18 in Lower Gwynedd.

Whitpain Township, PA · 1d

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Pennridge FISH prepares for holidays as demand rises and food donations decline

PERKASIE — Pennridge FISH is collecting food, gifts and winter clothing for the holiday season amid rising demand for assistance and a decline in community food donations. The nonprofit is organizing its annual Christmas gift shop and holiday meal distributions while responding to growing requests for help with groceries, rent and utility bills, according to Director of Operations Paige Neuman.

Perkasie, PA · 1d

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As overdose deaths fall, a changing drug supply is making Philadelphia’s opioid crisis harder to escape

From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. “Excruciating doesn’t even begin to cover it,” said Thomas Harris, who’s been using “dope” for years. “Physically, I’ve never felt closer to dying.”

Philadelphia, PA · 9h

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Police seek man accused of hitting woman in face in Chinatown

Police are searching for a man who was caught on camera striking a woman in the face last week in Chinatown. The assault occurred on the afternoon of Nov. 3 on the 1000 block of Race Street, when an unidentified man riding a bicycle extended his arm and struck the 60-year-old woman in the face as she was walking, according to the Philadelphia Police Department.

Philadelphia, PA · 6h

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Mr. James Ahrens, a Hatboro native, 1972 graduate of Upper Moreland High School, and longtime Police Corporal for Upper Dublin Township, has passed away at 72

Mr. James Ross Ahrens, a Hatboro native, a 1972 graduate of Upper Moreland High School, and longtime Police Corporal for Upper Dublin Township, passed away on Monday, November 2. He was 72. A 1985 graduate of LaSalle University, Mr. Ahrens served Upper Dublin Township for nearly 40 years, his obituary...

Hatboro, PA · 1d

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Man accused of telling assault victim to lie to police so charges could be dropped, police say

An Eagleville man is being charged after police accused him of intimidating an assault victim and telling her to lie to police so that criminal charges against him would be dropped. Deshawn Page, 27, is facing felony charges of allegedly intimidating a victim to refrain from reporting, intimidating a victim...

Eagleville, PA · 9h

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Overnight utility work to occur Monday evening on DeKalb Pike, near intersection of Jolly Road

PennDOT has approved overnight utility work on DeKalb Pike, near the intersection of Jolly Road, beginning this evening, according to Whitpain Township officials. The work is expected to last approximately two nights and DeKalb Pike and Jolly Road will remain open to traffic, but there will be lane restrictions and flaggers on site directing traffic. Overnight work hours for the project were required to avoid traffic impacts from lane restrictions on DeKalb Pike, according to the township.

Whitpain Township, PA · 1d

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Manor College in Jenkintown and Drexel University, Elkins Park campus looking to fill multiple positions

Manor College in Jenkintown is looking to fill the following open positions:. Assistant Director of Financial Aid (Full Time) Director of Student Health Services (CRNP) (Full Time, Shared Independent Contractor) On-Call Public Safety Officer (Part Time) Senior Financial Operations Accountant (Full Time) More details about each position here. Salus at...

Jenkintown, 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 · 16h

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Toys “R” Us Returns to Bucks County as 120 New Stores Open Nationwide

Toys “R” Us is coming back to Bucks County with a store at Oxford Valley Mall, one of at least 21 confirmed Pennsylvania locations in the retailer’s holiday-season comeback, reports Hannah Nguyen to Central Bucks Now. Nationwide, 120 new standalone stores will open this holiday season. Announced...

Bucks County, PA · 10h

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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 · 20h

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Roadway and Storm Sewer Improvements Underway at Church Road and Route 73

Skippack Township would like to inform residents and visitors that work has begun to address roadway and storm sewer conditions at the intersection of Church Road and Skippack Pike (Route 73). As part of this improvement project, Church Road will be closed between Cody Lane and Skippack Pike (Route 73)...

Skippack, PA · 1d

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Chalfont Tavern Closing in December After Less Than a Year

Chalfont Tavern, the restaurant at the corner of Route 152 and Butler Avenue in Chalfont, is closing in December after about a year under new ownership, writes Ed Doyle for TAPinto Doylestown. Chalfont Tavern Closing After a Short Run. The Bucks County restaurant held its grand opening in February 2026,...

Chalfont, PA · 9h

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Families Gather Around The Room-Temperature Tomato Pie At Corropolese Italian Bakery In Audubon, Pennsylvania

Some foods are meant to be eaten hot, but one Pennsylvania favorite does its best work at room temperature. In Audubon, families line up for square slices of tomato pie, a thick bread topped with sauce and served without fuss. People drive in from as far as Lancaster just to...

Audubon, PA · 1d

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PECO contractor strikes Sunoco jet fuel pipeline in Pennsylvania

A PECO utility crew struck a 14-in. Sunoco jet fuel pipeline in Upper Merion Township, Pa., on Nov. 5. EPA, Pennsylvania DEP and Energy Transfer lead the response. A utility crew working for PECO struck a 14-in. underground Sunoco pipeline on Nov. 5 in Upper Merion Township, Pa., spilling jet fuel, according to local officials.

Upper Merion Township, PA · 1d

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Accused Philly salon murderer smoked crack during assaults, court documents allege

Investigators said the victims did not know Jamal Pistoria and that the acts appear to have been random.

Philadelphia, PA · 21h