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Philadelphia officials announce fall edition of cleaning program

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker announced the fall edition of the recurring citywide cleaning program on Friday.

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

hoodline.com

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Philadelphia's Long-Delayed Schuylkill Swing Bridge Finally Set To Open Nov. 13

A new swing bridge over the Schuylkill River just south of the Grays Ferry Avenue Bridge is scheduled to open on November 13 at 2 p.m., finally closing a missing link in Philadelphia's trail network after years of setbacks. The 1,000-foot span, known as Schuylkill Crossing, will connect Bartram's Garden and Grays Ferry, giving pedestrians and cyclists an off-road path between Southwest Philadelphia and Center City.

Philadelphia, PA · 23h
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hallmonitor.org

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Voters Knock Out Trump’s MAGA Bullies In Midterms

From Texas to Georgia to Mississippi to South Carolina and here in Pennsylvania, voters across the country dealt Trump and his cronies a huge blow in the Nov. 3 midterm elections. With the Democrats flipping the state senate in Harrisburg and winning Pennsylvania’s trifecta, what does that mean for our...

Philadelphia, PA · 2d
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NBC Philadelphia

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I-95 South on-ramp closure extended through mid-December

Travel on southbound I-95 in Philadelphia will be interrupted for a little while longer as bridge repairs continue to close the ramp connecting Morris Street to the interstate. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), the ramp will be completely closed and detoured through Friday, Dec. 18., a month-long...

Philadelphia, PA · 1d
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Zoning Board Rejects 420-Unit Lancaster Avenue Project, Developer Vows Fight

5100 Lancaster Ave. — Approximate Site of Proposed 45-Unit Building. A proposal to build 420 apartments across three Lancaster Avenue properties in West Philadelphia's Cathedral Park area has stalled at the Zoning Board of Adjustment, which ruled against the developer following a contentious hearing on Oct. 21. The plan from Haverford Square Properties called for 42 affordable units, but it also asked for a building six feet taller than current zoning allows, a sticking point that proved decisive before the board.

Philadelphia, PA · 14h

gridphilly.com

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Philadelphia tenant unions take on junk fees, broken elevators and AI property management

When tenants at King’s Ferry Square Apartments in South Philadelphia call their property manager, Camden answers the phone. “Hi there!” she says, unfailingly chipper. Camden, however, is not a property manager, nor is she an employee of The Michaels Organization, which owns the building. In fact, Camden is not a human. She’s an artificial intelligence agent, named for the South Jersey city where The Michaels Organization is headquartered.

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

NBC Philadelphia

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Road closed and homes evacuated after gas pipe struck in Bridgeport

A major roadway in Bridgeport, Montgomery County, is shut down and nearby homes and businesses are being evacuated after a underground gasoline pipe was struck during construction work on Thursday. The hazmat situation was reported at East 4th (River Road) near Coates Street at around 3:30 p.m. SkyForce10 was over...

Bridgeport, PA · 2d

Yahoo!

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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"...

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

connectcre.com

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Developer Secures $153M for 1M-SF Philadelphia Industrial Project

Ivy Realty has secured $153 million to finance construction for the first phase of a 1.8 million-square-foot logistics facility adjacent to Philadelphia International Airport. The developer plans to build the 1.05 million-square-foot first phase of the Airport Logistics Center on 66 acres at 10 Industrial Highway in Tinicum Township. The building is expected to be completed in early 2028. Investor Lubert-Adler Real Estate Funds is partnering with Ivy Realty on the project and is a co-borrower in the financing. TPG Real Estate Credit provided the floating-rate construction loan. Cushman & Wakefield’s John Alascio, Chuck Kohaut, TJ Sullivan and Aaron Graves arranged the financing for Ivy Realty and Lubert-Adler, reported the Philadelphia Business Journal.

Philadelphia, PA · 3d

phillyyimby.com

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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.

Philadelphia, PA · 2d

hoodline.com

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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 · 19h

cherryhillnewstoday.com

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Free Transportation Service Launches in Camden and Gloucester Counties

A free transportation option for senior citizens and those with disabilities was introduced on Wednesday. The “CG Hopper” is available as an on-demand shuttle service for people in both Camden and Gloucester Counties. The service area also connects riders to NJ Transit centers, in order to broaden access...

Camden County, NJ · 2d

6abc Action News

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World War II veteran, retired Philly firefighter celebrates 100th birthday

"No regrets, no regrets," said 100-year-old WWII veteran and retired firefighter, Bill Kinee. "I wish I could have done more, that's all."

Philadelphia, PA · 14h

Main Line Media News

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Lower Merion approves 4-year contract with police union

LOWER MERION — Lower Merion Commissioners approved a new four-year contract with its police union. The new contract, which runs from 2027 through 2030, includes a 2% pay increase every six months for the life of the contract. According to township officials, the FOP voted and ratified the proposed...

Lower Merion Township, PA · 1d

NorthEast Times

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Harvie Ousts Fitzpatrick Next Door in Bucks County as Democrats Flip All Four of Pennsylvania’s Swing House Seats

Democrat Bob Harvie defeated five-term Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick in Pennsylvania’s 1st Congressional District, which covers Bucks County next door to Northeast Philadelphia and part of Montgomery County, WHYY, the Philadelphia Inquirer, CBS Philadelphia and Spotlight PA reported. The Associated Press called the race shortly after midnight Wednesday, according to WHYY and Spotlight PA.

Bucks County, PA · 2d

Courier Post

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Flash flood warning issued for Burlington County

At 7:43 a.m. EST, flash flooding was reported across portions of Monmouth County and Northern Burlington County. NJ 35 in Belmar was closed. NJ 71 was also closed with a vehicle stuck in flood waters. Heavy rain is still falling right along the immediate coast. If you are currently driving between Mantoloking in northern Ocean County and Long Branch in Monmouth county, use extra caution. If you encounter flood waters, turn around and use another route. HAZARD: Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE: Radar indicated. IMPACT: Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include: Toms River, Long Branch, Asbury Park, Lakewood, Jackson, Howell, Tinton Falls, Manasquan, Point Pleasant Beach, Lakehurst, Farmingdale and Wrightstown. A flash flood warning was issued by the National Weather Service in Mount Holly at 6:12 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 6. This warning applies to Burlington, Camden and Gloucester counties. The NWS warns: "Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles." Burlington County weather radar .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } What are NWS

Burlington County, NJ · 2d

DELCO.Today

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Navy Veteran Shares How Military Shapes Leading Senior Home Care Company

Some of the families Ted Pease now serves are ones he’s known for years, including the parents of his old teachers and people he once interned for. For the Navy veteran and owner of Newtown Square-based Right at Home Main Line, that’s exactly the point, writes Max Silverman for Main Line Today.

Newtown Square, PA · 1d

Curveball

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Philadelphia woman arrives at her registered polling place to vote. Then a poll worker allegedly tries to turn her away

They reported the incident

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

philadelphia.today

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Hanwha Philly Shipyard Wins $269M Navy Deal, Names New President

For the first time in three decades, Philadelphia’s waterfront is back in the business of building ships for the Navy, as Hanwha Philly Shipyard lands a $269 million military contract and welcomes a new leader, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The deal calls for the shipyard...

Philadelphia, PA · 2d

VISTA.Today

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Pottstown Passenger Rail Plan Advances With $654,000 in State Grants

Pottstown riders may be a step closer to catching a train to Philadelphia. Regular passenger service on the line ended 45 years ago. The Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority voted unanimously Oct. 26 to spend two state grants totaling $654,000, according to Karen Shuey for The Reporter. The money will...

Pottstown, PA · 3d