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Philly fixed a melted interstate in 12 days. Why does everything else take so long?

On an early Sunday morning in June 2023, a tanker truck filled with gasoline skidded on an exit ramp, tumbled over, and burst into flames just below one of the nation’s busiest interstates. The inferno that followed immediately severed miles of the East Coast’s most important artery, choking off a route used by countless cars and trucks.

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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.

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Women’s soccer closes season with 3-0 loss to Villanova in BIG EAST semifinals

The No. 3-seeded Seton Hall women's soccer team fell 3-0 to No. 2-seeded Villanova on Wednesday night at the Maryland SoccerPlex in Boyds, Maryland, ending their run in the BIG EAST Championship semifinals. The loss ended SHU's season with a 7-3-7 overall record. The Pirates came into Wednesday's game allowing...

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KYW News Radio

Ban on kratom sales takes effect in Philadelphia

A ban on the sale of all products containing kratom took effect in Philadelphia Thursday. The ban was passed by Philadelphia City Council in June.

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theridernews.com

Former Bronc inducted in the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame

The Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame is known as the place where legends live, now including Rider’s own Bobby Smith, as a part of the 2026 Inductee Class initiated on Nov. 5. Trenton-native Bobby Smith, who attended Rider from 1969 to 1972, dedicated his undergraduate and soccer career to...

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The Capital Grille is offering a Wagyu burger with fries and wine starting at $35

The Capital Grille is offering a steakhouse meal at a relatively modest price: an American Wagyu burger, fries and a glass of wine starting at $35. The restaurant's Wagyu & Wine promotion runs through Sunday, Nov. 22, at participating locations, including Philadelphia, King of Prussia, Newtown and Cherry Hill. The offer is available only in the lounge, and prices vary by location.

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MONTCO.Today

Harleysville Estate With 11 Generations of Rittenhouse Family History Is Up for Sale

A piece of Montgomery County history is looking for its next steward, and it comes with a story that stretches back to the founding of America itself, writes Ryan Mulligan for The Philadelphia Business Journal. A historic Harleysville estate that has remained in the Rittenhouse family for 11 generations has...

Harleysville, PA · 2d

myspiritnews.com

Local park named to honor neighborhood man who helps people, fights causes

Tyrone “Cakes” Sims didn’t see that naming a local park in his Cobbs Creek neighborhood in West Philadelphia was in his future. His life journey took him from gang membership to assisting schoolteachers as a non-teaching assistant (NTA) to establishing community programs to working for state elected officials.

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Preview: WBB To Face Merrimack & Fairfield

Villanova women’s basketball will host Merrimack on Thursday, Nov. 12, and then travel to Fairfield on Sunday, Nov. 15, as it looks to build early-season momentum after a tough loss in Italy against Notre Dame. Thursday will be the first time the Wildcats play Merrimack in program history. The...

Villanova, PA · 2d

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Redeemer Health to retain Abington-based St. Joseph Manor and home care/hospice program amid bankruptcy proceedings

Redeemer Health will keep St. Joseph Manor at 1616 Huntingdon Pike in Abington Township and Redeemer Lafayette in Northeast Philadelphia, The Philadelphia Business Journal reported. The health system filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Sunday, November 1. Its board said at the time that it had decided to sell...

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NBC10 interviewed two Plymouth Whitemarsh High School seniors about the 5k they organized for this Saturday

Plymouth Whitemarsh High School seniors Ethan Gold and Eliza Meersman have organized their second 5K run and walk to benefit Hand2Paw, which provides “paid internships working with rescue animals as a way to strengthen connection, compassion, and community for young adults from underrepresented communities, including those experiencing housing insecurity or foster care involvement.”

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My Independence at Home: Veteran-Owned Philadelphia Home Care Company for Seniors and Adults With Disabilities

As the region marks Veterans Day, one Philadelphia business shows what an Army veteran can build after service. My Independence at Home, a home care company headquartered in Philadelphia’s Wynnefield Heights neighborhood, was founded in 2013 by U.S. Army veteran Lisa Robinson and co-founder Ronda Winfield. Since then, it...

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First Alert: Storms could bring hail, damaging winds and tornado risk

Get live updates on Thursday's storm here. A strengthening storm pushing into our area brings a severe weather threat Thursday, followed by a blast of cold air in the coming days. We’re tracking some scattered showers Thursday morning, but by late morning and afternoon there’s potential for isolated severe thunderstorms...

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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.

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CBS Philadelphia

Puerto Rico family finds home away from home at RMHC Southern New Jersey

For Kailitza "Kaili" Carrasquillo and her mom, the Ronald McDonald House in Camden has provided stability and support through months of major surgeries and medical treatment.

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PA Times

Outpatient addiction treatment center opens on Broad Street

A new outpatient drug and alcohol treatment center has opened in South Philadelphia, offering recovery programs designed to address not only addiction but the everyday challenges that can make getting help difficult. Philadelphia Recovery Solutions is located at 2300 S. Broad St., Suites 202 and 203, in the Rota Building. The center offers intensive outpatient […]

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Women’s basketball locks down on defense in 81-39 triumph over Drexel

Under the lights of John Paul Jones Arena Wednesday night against Drexel, Virginia women’s basketball recorded 47 rebounds, six blocks and held the Dragons (1-2, 0-0 CAA) to just 17 points in the second half. Coach Aaron Roussell didn’t expect those numbers — especially not in the Cavaliers’ fourth...

Charlottesville, VA · 1d

The Forward

Why I urged my parents to avoid the counterprotest in Philadelphia

Parents usually tell their children whether they can go out, but last week, on a phone call with my parents, our roles reversed, and I urged them not to join a Philadelphia food crawl with their friends. The event was organized in response to a bicycle rally calling for the boycott of six restaurants, all...