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Residents of Mount Airy Home Find Mystery Object On the Roof. What Was It?
A metal, door-shaped object was found on the roof of a Mount Airy home that left the homeowner and its residents asking many questions, reports NBC 10 Philadelphia staff. The main question: What is it? Fabian Lima, a resident of the home, initially wondered if the object might be the door that could have fallen…
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Philadelphia Eagles’ Girls Flag Football League to Expand, Bring 27 More Teams to Philly
In the latest example of their endeavors to influence girls in sports, the Philadelphia Eagles will be expanding their Girls Flag Football League from 52 teams to 92 teams, writes Racquel Williams for KYW Newsradio. The Philadelphia league will increase from 38 teams to 65, while the South Jersey team will nearly double from 14…
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Civics Education: So, You Think You Know Your Government?
Bucks County Community College has announced the launch of a new noncredit program, “Civics Education: So, You Think You Know Your Government?“. This 8-week course offers participants a unique opportunity to learn about the U.S. Constitution, the court system, immigration, criminal and civil cases, and various other aspects of our government that every informed citizen…
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City Council President Kenyatta Johnson Aims To Turn Philadelphia Around
When Kenyatta Johnson was sworn in as Philadelphia City Council’s new president, he officially began his second act in politics, writes Harrison Cann for City & State Pennsylvania. His rise to the head of City Council was both the culmination of decades of political achievement and a final triumph in a years-long journey that put…
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What’s the Outlook For This Year’s Super Bowl Food Spending? Wells Fargo Has Answers
Wells Fargo has released its annual Super Bowl Food Report, and it projects Super Bowl food spending to be strong this year thanks to increased job growth. U.S. companies hired approximately 2.4 million more workers in January 2024 compared to January 2023, while the average wage growth rose by 4.5 percent from the same period…
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AARP Pennsylvania Urges Vigilance Against Romance Scams This Valentine’s Day
Romance scams are more prevalent than ever, and they target individuals of all backgrounds and ages. In the age of digital connectivity, many people are forming friendships and potential love interests through social media, mobile game apps, and online dating sites. While these platforms can be wonderful ways to meet new people, it’s crucial to…
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Chase Bank Plans to Open 40 New Branches, Create Hundreds of New Jobs in Philadelphia
To reach its goal of reaching 100 local branches by 2027, Chase Bank is planning to almost double its retail employee headcount and open more than 40 new branches in the Philadelphia market over the next three years, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Chase entered the Philadelphia retail banking market in 2019,…
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Penn’s Freshman Point Guard Developed Leadership On the Court By Home Experiences of Being the Eldest of 10
Mataya Gayle, freshman point guard for the University of Pennsylvania, is used to battling on the court and it’s something she developed by being the eldest of 10 siblings, writes Matthew Frank for The Philadelphia Inquirer. As a result of those experiences, Penn women’s basketball coach Mike McLaughlin often tries to get Gayle to think…
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Efforts Are Underway to Preserve Historic Philadelphia Documents
There are mountains of historic documents — such as legal wills and marriage licenses — decaying in the attic of Philadelphia City Hall, some of them dating back four centuries. While the haphazard storage of these local treasures is the worst nightmare of any historian, there is a glimmer of hope for a better future,…
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Center City Office Building Goes Up For Sale, Could Be Converted Into Residential Building
The 15-story, 133,353-square-foot office building at 1760 Market Street has gone up for sale by owner and retired tax attorney, Victor F. Keen, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Doug Rodio of CBRE, who is representing Keen in the sale, said it could be sold in the low $20 million range. “Today, the…
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What is the Expected Economic Impact of Philly’s 2026 FIFA World Cup Games?
The official match schedule for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been released. As a result, a second look is being taken to analyze the economic impact the games will have on Philadelphia, writes Justin Udo for KYW Newsradio. Lincoln Financial Field in South Philadelphia will host six FIFA World Cup matches in 2026, each…
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Meet Adriann Bautista: A Mother, Full-Time Grants Administrator, And Current Masters Degree Student at Peirce College
Adriann Bautista’s journey after graduating high school began at Thomas Jefferson University. However, her journey was forced to take a pivot due to her life circumstances at the time. She was caring for her mother as she battled cancer; dealing with a separation; caring for her two children; and starting a new job. But through…
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WSJ: Meet the Philly Native, Temple Law Grad Who Led the Case That Brought Down Elon Musk’s $55.8B Tesla Pay Package
Philadelphia native and Temple Law School grad Greg Varallo was the lead lawyer in the case that brought down Elon Musk’s multibillion-dollar compensation package at Tesla, write Ryan Felton and James Fanelli for The Wall Street Journal. The suit with a single shareholder plaintiff, Richard Tornetta, was filed in 2018. It alleged that Musk, as…
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Temple University To Make Tuition Free For Eligible Philly Students From Families With Low-Income
Through its Temple Promise program, Temple University is helping make tuition free for eligible first-year, full-time Philadelphia students from low-income families, writes Cory Sharber for WHYY. According to a press release, the Temple Promise program will cover remaining in-state Pennsylvania tuition and eligible university fees starting this upcoming fall. The funds are applied to a…
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See Which Philly Eateries Earned Their Spot on the Prestigious ‘Best Restaurants in Philadelphia’
Philadelphia Magazine has published its latest 50 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia list that highlights the most intriguing, clever, unconventional, and groundbreaking local dining experiences, write Kae Lani Palmisano, Regan Fletcher Stephens, Jason Sheehan, and Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé for the publication. Here are some of the selections. Friday Saturday Sunday in Rittenhouse Square features a downstairs bar…
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See Where Philadelphia Ranks Among ‘Gen Z Homebuying Havens’ in the U.S.
For many Gen Zers, the goal of homeownership can seem out of reach due to having grown up facing a global pandemic, two-decade-high mortgage rates, skyrocketing inflation, and an overall challenging economy. However, a new study by Point2 ranks the country’s 100 largest cities in terms of which gives them the best fighting chance, and…
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See Which Philly Eateries Earned Their Spot on the Prestigious ‘Best Restaurants in Philadelphia’ List
Philadelphia Magazine has published its latest 50 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia list that highlights the most intriguing, clever, unconventional, and groundbreaking local dining experiences, write Kae Lani Palmisano, Regan Fletcher Stephens, Jason Sheehan, and Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé for the publication. Here are some of the selections. Friday Saturday Sunday in Rittenhouse Square features a downstairs bar…
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CHOP, Mastery Charter Schools Collaborate in Effort To Teach High School Students Skills To Obtain Healthcare Jobs
Mastery Charter Schools and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) are partnering to help students land healthcare jobs after graduation, writes Stephen Williams for WHYY. The collaboration is part of a new $250 million initiative in Philadelphia and nine other communities. Through it, CHOP and Mastery Charter Schools will be working to create a specialized healthcare…
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