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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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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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Dog Adoption Event, Fall Festival at Norman Carpet & Flooring in Conshohocken

This November, the town has a new reason to get outside, and it comes with wagging tails. On Sunday, November 15, from 12 to 3 p.m., the warehouse at 550 Brook Road will fill up with adoptable dogs from Providence Animal Center, on site and ready to meet the neighborhood for the afternoon.

Conshohocken, PA · 1d
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Fitzpatrick sues to force Democrat off Bucks County’s election board

On a gray morning in Doylestown, the kind of county seat where campaign signs still lean against porch rails long after they should have come down, a lawsuit treated a local election board as a question of fitness for public trust. U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick has asked a court to force Democratic Commissioner Diane Ellis Marseglia off the panel that helps oversee voting in Bucks County. The Fitzpatrick election board fight is local in its paperwork and national in its temperature, arriving as Pennsylvania again prepares to count ballots that can shape control of Congress. Residents who usually ignore board agendas are suddenly reading them.

Bucks County, PA · 3d
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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 · 22h

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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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Pipeline Strike Spills Thousands of Gallons of Fuel, Bridgeport Homes Evacuated

Thousands of gallons of aviation fuel spilled underground in Bridgeport Thursday afternoon after construction crews struck a buried pipeline, triggering shelter-in-place orders, evacuations and the shutdown of a major roadway in the Montgomery County borough. Officials told NBC10 Philadelphia that the pipeline belongs to Sunoco and that the rupture happened...

Bridgeport, PA · 3d

northpennnow.com

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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

WHYY

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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 · 10h

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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 · 18h

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Cleanup continues at site of jet fuel spill in Upper Merion Twp.

Cleanup continued Friday at the scene of a jet fuel spill in Upper Merion Twp., Montgomery County.

Montgomery County, PA · 3d

WFMZ-TV Online

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Family, friends remember pilot Jeff Gregory at celebration of life in Montgomery County

Family, friends remember pilot Jeff Gregory at celebration of life in Montgomery County. His 3 children shared memories of a father who, despite a demanding career, made the most of the time they had together.

Montgomery County, PA · 2d

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 · 1d

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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

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Veterans Day 2026: Events, freebies and military discounts around Philly

Veterans Day (Nov. 11) is right around the corner, and Philadelphia and its surrounding communities are gearing up to honor those who have served. The Old City museum will mark the holiday with a full schedule of activities honoring both Revolutionary War soldiers and today's veterans. First, active-duty military members, veterans and Blue Star Families can enjoy free museum admission to the MoAR from Nov. 8 to 11, courtesy of Comcast NBCUniversal.

Philadelphia, PA · 2d

6abc Action News

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Roads surrounding South Philadelphia Sports Complex to temporarily close Sunday afternoon

This could mean delays for anyone going to see Olivia Rodrigo at the Xfinity Mobile Arena Sunday night.

Philadelphia, PA · 2d

Newsmax

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Kristallnacht Boycott of Jewish Businesses in Philadelphia Sparks Outrage

Kristallnacht Boycott of Jewish Businesses in Philadelphia Sparks Outrage

Philadelphia, PA · 2d

fox29.com

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Why so many historic Philadelphia street lamps are shaped like the letter 'P'

Hundreds of historic lampposts in neighborhoods like Society Hill and Old City curve into an arch resembling a capital "P," carrying fixtures known as "Franklin lights." The design traces back to the 1750s, when Benjamin Franklin set out to improve fragile, soot-covered round glass globes imported from London. Franklin’s four-pane...

Philadelphia, PA · 3d

WHYY

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Public Advocate seeks ‘full and public investigation’ of PGW CEO’s freebies following WHYY’s report

This story is part of the WHYY News Climate Desk, bringing you news and solutions for our changing region. From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover? Get in touch.

Philadelphia, PA · 1d