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She made it to Harvard. But no one saw her ADHD.

💌 Love Philly? So do we. Let’s be friends. Sign up for the Billy Penn newsletter today. Getting into Harvard was supposed to be proof that Oyewumi Oyeniyi had done everything right. Instead, she found herself unable to start assignments and struggling to focus — even in classes she enjoyed.

Philadelphia, PA · 8d
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Drexel suspends 2 fraternities amid investigation into hazing allegations

PHILADELPHIA (WPHL) — Two fraternities at Drexel University have been placed under interim suspension as the university investigates reports of potential sexual misconduct and hazing. Pi Kappa Phi and Lambda Chi Alpha are both facing restrictions while the university reviews the allegations. “The Pi Kappa Phi and Lambda Chi Alpha fraternities at Drexel University are […]

Philadelphia, PA · 8d

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Widener University Students Take First Kick at Philadelphia Union Match

When first-year students Mackenzie Cahall, Class of 2030, and Tyler Grose, Class of 2030, stepped onto campus in August, they had no idea that a few months later they would be under the bright stadium lights at Subaru Park to take the first kick at a Philadelphia Union match. But...

Chester, PA · 8d
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Widener University Students Take First Kick at Philadelphia Union Match

When first-year students Mackenzie Cahall, Class of 2030, and Tyler Grose, Class of 2030, stepped onto campus in August, they had no idea that a few months later they would be under the bright stadium lights at Subaru Park to take the first kick at a Philadelphia Union match. But...

Chester, PA · 8d
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Prepping for Preps '26-27: Marple Newtown (Girls)

(Ed. Note: This story is part of CoBL’s “Prepping for Preps” series, which will take a look at many of the top high school programs in the region as part of our 2026-27 season preview coverage. The complete list of schools previewed thus far can be found here.)

Newtown, PA · 9d

Bucks County Courier Times

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PIAA District One, PCL football playoff schedule for Bucks County teams

Here are the pairings with seedings for the upcoming PIAA District One and Philadelphia Catholic League high school football playoffs. Team records are in parentheses. (all games are Friday, Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. unless noted) (16) Harry S. Truman (5-5) at (1) Downingtown East (9-0) (9) Coatesville (6-4) at...

Bucks County, PA · 10d

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Students push back against ‘pause’ of Drexel University’s elementary education major

From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Students and alumni are pushing back against Drexel University’s decision to pause its in-person elementary education major, saying the decision will worsen teacher shortages and undermine community partnerships.

Philadelphia, PA · 9d

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Lawrence Football Falls to Woodbury, Drops to 1-9 on the Season

The Lawrence High School football team fell 33-7 to Woodbury on Oct. 28, dropping the Cardinals to 1-9 overall for the season, MaxPreps reported. The loss extended Lawrence’s losing streak to five games, according to MaxPreps data. The Cardinals have been outscored 363-111 through 10 games this season. A...

Lawrence Township, NJ · 9d

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2 Drexel frats suspended over misconduct, hazing claims

Drexel University has placed two historic fraternities, Lambda Chi Alpha and Pi Kappa Phi, under immediate interim suspension after allegations of potential sexual misconduct and hazing, according to university officials. News of the investigation surfaced earlier Tuesday and has sparked widespread discussion on campus.

Philadelphia, PA · 8d

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Cougars’ boys soccer suffers 2-1 lost to West

On Wednesday, Oct. 28, the Cherry Hill East boys varsity soccer team (10-7-1) fell 2-1 to crosstown rival Cherry Hill West (6-9-1) in its final game of the regular season. The Cougars will now shift their focus to preparing for the playoffs. Cherry Hill West was led by Tate Westervelt...

Cherry Hill, NJ · 10d

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Montco Careers Montgomery County Community College

Montgomery County Community College is accepting applications for two positions at its Blue Bell Campus: Assistant Director of Nursing and Part-Time Campus Safety Clerk. The opportunities offer candidates with different professional backgrounds the chance to support the College’s academic programs and campus operations. MCCC is seeking an experienced Nursing...

Blue Bell, PA · 10d

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Prepping for Preps ’26-27: Archbishop Wood (Boys)

–– — (Ed. Note: This story is part of CoBL’s “Prepping for Preps” series, which will take a look at many of the top high school programs in the region as part of our 2026-27 season preview coverage. The complete list of schools previewed thus far can be found here.)

Philadelphia, PA · 11d

PennLive.com

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School safety means protecting kids from illegal vapes, too | Opinion

When we talk about school safety, we often think about locked doors, emergency plans and practice drills. Those things matter. But protecting students also means paying attention to the everyday concerns that can affect their health, their learning and their ability to feel safe and supported. Protecting kids from illicit vapes belongs in that conversation.

Montgomery County, PA · 10d

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Maryann Milewski – Teacher of the Month October 2026

Celebrating Our October Teacher of the Month: Maryann Milewski of William Loesche Elementary School. The School District of Philadelphia is proud to recognize Maryann Milewski, a second-grade teacher at William Loesche Elementary School, as our October 2026 Teacher of the Month!. Last week, Mrs. Milewski was honored with a special...

Philadelphia, PA · 9d

WHYY

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‘A lot of uncertainty in the air’: In Philly, questions linger as Saul High School prepares for merger

From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. B. Saul High School in Upper Roxborough has a campus like no other, with not only classrooms but more than 100 acres for horse, sheep and cow barns, greenhouses, an industrial kitchen, aquaponic labs, an orchard and more, all overlooking the Wissahickon Valley.

Philadelphia, PA · 13d

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PIKE returns to Drexel's campus

Pi Kappa Alpha International Fraternity, better known as PIKE, is organizing a return to campus following their removal in September 2023. In an email to Phi Delta Epsilon Medical Fraternity, Jason Schutz, an expansion consultant to PIKE, shared that “PIKE is expanding to Drexel University this semester . . . Pi Kappa Alpha recruits top caliber men that are committed to academic achievement, campus leadership, competitiveness, and above all, a desire to treat others with integrity and respect.”

Philadelphia, PA · 12d

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17 Philadelphia schools expected to close in June under district modernization plan

The Board of Education previously approved a $3 billion plan to modernize nearly 170 schools in Philadelphia, including closing 17 schools in June. Students, teachers and principals are rallying to keep schools open while City Council members call on the mayor to intervene. Many affected students say they still do...

Philadelphia, PA · 13d

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Upper Dublin School District announces selection of new director of safety

The Upper Dublin school board Monday appointed Leo Thomas as the district’s new director of safety. Before taking the role, Thomas worked in the Norristown Area School District, where he served as the safety and security coordinator and led districtwide safety operations, emergency preparedness, officer training, and security initiatives, according to the district.

Norristown, PA · 13d

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New NASD superintendent fields Norristown Academy Charter School questions

NORRISTOWN – Concerns over the anticipated opening of a charter school were addressed last week by new Norristown Area School District superintendent Dorrell Green. Apprehensions related to the Norristown Academy Charter School, managed by CSMI Consulting Group of Chester, made their way to a public forum on Oct. 22 at Power in the Cross Church on Haws Avenue. Representatives from POWER Interfaith’s Norristown chapter addressed a myriad of resident concerns ranging from crime to education.

Norristown, PA · 12d