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New York Post

Tiny NJ suburb boots 138-year booze ban in historic vote

Let’s drink to that! A New Jersey suburb voted Tuesday to ditch its 138-year-old prohibition on liquor licenses, paving the way for booze sales. Located in Camden County — roughly six miles outside Philadelphia — the borough of Collingswood had been famously dry for generations before residents backed the binding referendum , according to NJ.com. A view shows the Collingswood Commercial Historic District looking north from near 923 Haddon Ave. Saucemaster, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons “The outcome represents an important change for Collingswood, and the governing body is committed to approaching the next steps thoughtfully, transparently and in a manner that reflects the interests of the community,” town officials said in a statement after the vote. Runner knocks back an alcoholic drink at every mile during Chicago Marathon Nearly half the town turned out to cast votes, with around 3,500 checking the box to lift the ban — and roughly 2,300 voting to keep the town dry. Collingswood has a population of about 14,000, according to census data . Town authorities plan to starting dishing out liquor licenses after establishing official guidelines for operating hours and permit fees, the outlet reported. Drunk flyer exposes himself at gate —

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metrophiladelphia.com

Luminiscence brings dazzling Christmas light show to Philadelphia

The City of Brotherly Love is set to shine a little brighter this winter. Beginning Nov. 19, the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul will be transformed into “a spectacular celebration of Christmas” with Luminiscence: Christmas Wonder. The immersive performance will dish out holiday songs, imagery and visual effects for its winter iteration, following on the heels of its summer series, which debuted this past June in Philly.

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 · 21h

Daily Voice

PA's Former Chief Justice, Decorated Vietnam War Hero Dies At 82

A decorated Vietnam War hero who lost his leg in combat before becoming Philadelphia's district attorney and Pennsylvania's chief justice has died, state officials announced. Ronald D. Castille, 82, died on Wednesday, Nov. 4, according to a release issued by the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania on Thur…

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CBS Philadelphia

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Philadelphia honors The Links, Incorporated with street renaming

The intersection of South 46th Street and Kingsessing Avenue in Philadelphia is now known as The Links, Incorporated Lane.

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Opposition to antisemitic bike ride in Philly shifts into high gear

As news spread this week that a planned Sunday “Boycott Ride” bike rally aimed at driving Jewish businesses out of Philadelphia, myriad officials and civic leaders – from Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker to the state restaurant association – responded with statements condemning the event and urging solidarity with the embattled Jewish business community.

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New York Post

Philadelphia mayor slams ‘unacceptable’ protest against Jewish-owned shops on Nazi terror anniversary

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker condemned an upcoming protest targeting Jewish-owned businesses on the eve of the Kristallnacht anniversary — saying that hate “has no place in our city.” The Democratic mayor addressed the planned Sunday anti-Israel protest in the city’s ritzy Rittenhouse Square neighborhood in a scathing statement on X Thursday . “Everyone has the right to peacefully protest and express their political views. But singling out businesses because their owners are Jewish is unacceptable and has no place in our city,” Parker wrote. Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker labeled the bicycle protest organized by anti-Israel activists targeting businesses with Jewish owners as “unacceptable.” REUTERS Parker shared her statement on X on Thursday. Credit: X/@PhillyMayor Philly’s Nazi-laden boycott proves it was never actually about Palestine — just the Jews “No one should be targeted, threatened, or made to feel unwelcome because of their faith, identity, or background. Every person deserves to feel safe and respected in the city they call home,” she fumed. Parker said the planned boycott of Jewish-owned businesses “falls on the eve of the anniversary of Kristallnacht, a date that carries profound pain for our Jewish neighbors and for all who remember where unchecked hatred can lead.” “Anyone

957benfm.com

Things To Do in Philadelphia This Weekend: Nov. 6-8

Philadelphia's weekend lineup blends history, laughter, and hands-on creativity. The 52 Weeks of Firsts series honors the city's claim to the nation's first Thanksgiving Day Parade with a festive "Firstival" and a colorful new sculpture by local artist Caresh Walker. At the Academy of Music, Josh Johnson's Comedy Band Camp pairs sharp stand-up with live music. Family Art Day at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts invites families to turn a Winslow Homer painting into a pop-up keepsake. A pierogi festival, improv comedy, and pop concerts round out the mix.

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billypenn.com

Philly’s rats aren’t going anywhere, but a new strategy could keep them in check

💌 Love Philly? So do we. Let’s be friends. Sign up for the Billy Penn newsletter today. That’s the question posed on a West Philly flyer sporting a picture of a rat in a leather jacket smoking a cigarette and drinking a Pabst Blue Ribbon. “Every night,...

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KYW News Radio

Philly sheriff proposes changes to court-ordered settlement agreement, cites ‘misleading narratives’

Philadelphia Sheriff Rochelle Bilal released changes on Thursday that she proposes to a court-ordered settlement agreement, over delays in processing sheriff’s sales.

hoodline.com

South Philly's 1889 Church Set to Become 30-Room Hotel by 2029

A 137-year-old church complex at 1900 S. 16th St. in South Philadelphia is set to become a 30-room boutique hotel, following an $8 million renovation. Huttenlock purchased the former True Gospel Tabernacle Family Church building for $2 million, and the project has already secured zoning permits for the hotel conversion.

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NJ.com

10 most expensive homes sold in Burlington County, Oct. 26-Nov. 1

A single-family home in Moorestown that sold for $2.75 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Burlington County over the week of Oct. 26-Nov. 1. The county saw a total of 120 residential real estate sales during the week of Oct. 26-Nov. 1, averaging...

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94.5 PST

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Comcast Job Cuts Will Hit These New Jersey Locations

Jobs in 9 NJ counites will be effected, including Atlantic, Cumberland & Ocean counites.

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hoodline.com

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Philadelphia Jails Replace Monthly Addiction Shots With Daily Suboxone Pills

Philadelphia’s jails have ended a monthly buprenorphine injection program and returned to daily Suboxone pills for people receiving medication for opioid use disorder. Jail officials told The Philadelphia Inquirer that one in three of the 719 people prescribed the medication since the switch had been caught misusing it. That figure describes people caught misusing pills; it does not establish how often misuse occurs or whether the injection program’s end caused the reported cases.

Philadelphia, PA · 21h

WHYY

Philadelphia Housing Authority’s first Center City apartments are finally moving forward

Have a question about Philly’s neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Ask us a question or send us a story idea you think we should cover. After a decade of planning, construction is underway on a 121-unit apartment building in Center...

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A Word From Our Mayor Elect

“I am deeply honored and humbled by the support of our residents and grateful for the opportunity to serve as your next Mayor. I am excited to get to work, build on all that makes Merchantville special, and work together to create an even stronger community and brighter future for our borough. Congratulations to my running mate Sean Fitzgerald and Kim Brady on their election to Borough Council. I look forward to working alongside them and the rest of Council to support our small businesses, strengthen our borough, and make Merchantville an even better place to live, work, and raise a family.

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Star News

Christmas Village in Philadelphia 2026: Your Complete Guide

More than 120 cottages, a 30-foot Christmas Pyramid and a raclette line that never seems to end: Philly’s favorite holiday market rewards a plan. Christmas Village in Philadelphia 2026 runs from Nov. 21 to Dec. 27 at LOVE Park, but a three-day closure after opening weekend, shifting holiday hours and packed weekends can confuse visitors. Here’s the full schedule, what’s new, SEPTA and parking tips, the food worth the wait and when to go to skip the crowds.

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Spotlight PA

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Democrats poised to have 13-seat majority in Pennsylvania House after Tuesday’s election

HARRISBURG — Democratic challengers have declared victory in three competitive Pennsylvania House races that will help determine the size of the party’s majority during the next legislative session. Wins in those races would give the party a 13-seat advantage. In Lancaster County’s 41st House District, Brad Chambers leads...

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billypenn.com

The Schuylkill Crossing Swing Bridge is ready to open

💌 Love Philly? So do we. Let’s be friends. Sign up for the Billy Penn newsletter today. Philly pedestrians and cyclists will finally have easy access to the Schuylkill Crossing Swing Bridge that will connect Bartram’s Garden and Grays Ferry Crossing. The Schuylkill Crossing will be unveiled...