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Toys“R”Us Plans Store Openings in Philadelphia Area

You might think Toys“R”Us is only a distant memory after the popular children's toy retailer filed for bankruptcy in 2018 and closed or sold all 735 locations across the country. Just in time for the holiday season, Toys“R”Us is opening 120 new standalone shops across the country, including...

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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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Owner behind 'Freedom Fuel' faces lawsuit

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NorthEast Times

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Part of Bridge Street Closes Weekdays and Southbound Roosevelt Boulevard Loses Two Lanes Near Cottman as PennDOT Work Hits the Northeast

Two PennDOT work zones could slow Northeast drivers this month, on Bridge Street at I-95 and on southbound Roosevelt Boulevard near Cottman Avenue, according to PennDOT. Bridge Street is closed and detoured between Tacony Street and James Street from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays from Thursday, Nov. 5, through Friday, Nov. 20, for overhead construction on the I-95 bridge, PennDOT and PhillyVoice reported. Tacony Street will remain open between Bridge Street and Aramingo Avenue during the weekday closure, PennDOT said in its Nov. 3 notice.

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Permits Issued for 18-Unit Residential Building at 1428-30 West Allegheny Avenue in Glenwood, North Philadelphia

Permits have been issued for the construction of a four-story, 18-unit residential building at 1428-30 West Allegheny Avenue in Glenwood, North Philadelphia. The development will span 14,282 square feet and offer parking for 11 cars and six bicycles. City records list New Concepts Construction as the contractor and HYC Architects as responsible for the designs.

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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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Rabbi Menken to Newsmax: Philly Boycott Echoes Nazi Persecution

Rabbi Yaakov Menken told Newsmax Friday that organizers of a planned Philadelphia boycott of Jewish-owned restaurants are disguising antisemitism as anti-Israel activism, saying the campaign echoes tactics used to persecute Jews in Nazi Germany. Menken, executive vice president of the Coalition for Jewish Values, said on "Bianca Across the Nation"...

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Christmas gets creepy at Fort Mifflin with Krampusnacht, 50-plus vendors and wrestling Santa

Santa Claus will be wrestling, fire performers will be lighting up the night, and Christmas shopping will take a decidedly darker turn at Fort Mifflin this December. The historic Philadelphia fort will host its second annual Krampusnacht on Saturday, Dec. 5, bringing together gothic holiday traditions, punk-inspired entertainment and an alternative Christmas market with more than 50 vendors.

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NorthEast Times

With Democrats in Full Control of Harrisburg, Advocates Say the Old Excuse on School Funding Is Gone

Education advocates say Democrats’ new control of Harrisburg removes the old excuse for not finishing Pennsylvania’s school funding fix, and Philadelphia officials are pressing for more state money for schools, Chalkbeat Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Inquirer reported Wednesday. Democrats won the governor’s office and both chambers of the...

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Philly's Christmas Village returns to LOVE Park this month: Dates, events, what to know

PHILADELPHIA - One of Philadelphia's most beloved holiday traditions is officially coming back to Center City. The outdoor German-style Christmas Village will return to LOVE Park and City Hall this winter, transforming the heart of the city into a festive wonderland of lights, shopping, and holiday treats. Ringing in the...

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Philadelphia is back to being the poorest big city in America

Philadelphia is once again America's poorest big city, reversing the progress that briefly knocked it out of the top spot last year. The city's poverty rate has climbed to 20.4%, up from 19.7%. This marks Philadelphia's first increase in poverty since 2011. At 20.4%, Philadelphia sits noticeably higher than the...

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Philadelphia’s city hall is the world’s tallest building made of only brick and stone

You can see Philadelphia City Hall from blocks away, and that is not an accident. The building rises 548 feet from the sidewalk at Broad and Market Streets, right where William Penn laid out the center of his original city plan. It is the largest city government building in the...

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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.

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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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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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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...

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Giant Puppets Roll Through West Philly as Peoplehood Parade Hits Year 26

Giant puppets, marching bands and neighborhood coalitions will fill the streets of West Philadelphia this Saturday as the Peoplehood Parade and Pageant steps off at 1 p.m. from the Paul Robeson House. Street closures begin at 10 a.m., with 50th Street shutting down between Walnut and Chestnut to make room for the procession before it winds its way to Clark Park.

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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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Where to Eat, Order & Celebrate Thanksgiving Around Philadelphia This Year

Thanksgiving is all about spending quality time with family and friends, sharing a great meal, and making lasting memories. While hosting can be rewarding, it can also come with plenty of stress. Fortunately, there are plenty of Philadelphia-area restaurants, bakeries, and culinary destinations offering special Thanksgiving meals, catering options, and seasonal treats that make celebrating a little easier this year.

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Holiday events in Philly, the suburbs and South Jersey: Lights, markets, shows and more

Christmas lights are going up, Santa is heading underwater and Ellen Griswold has a stop planned in South Jersey. The holiday season brings plenty of reasons to head out after dark, from a walk beneath the lights at Philadelphia Zoo to ice skating along the Delaware River. This year, Longwood Gardens is looking to the cosmos for its Christmas display, while Old City’s Ministry of Awe is introducing a holiday show that makes the audience part of the artwork.