SEPTA Wants Train Riders To Speak Up About No-Talking Rail Cars
Four years after SEPTA launched its "Quiet Ride" cars on certain Regional Rail trains, the agency is conducting a survey to find out if all that shushing has been worthwhile.
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Four years after SEPTA launched its "Quiet Ride" cars on certain Regional Rail trains, the agency is conducting a survey to find out if all that shushing has been worthwhile.
Whether you need to save more, or you're not saving at all, 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan has some advice on how to get you on the right track.
In this week's Angie's List, Jim Donovan explains how a disorganized garage could be costing your money and shares some suggestions for getting it back in order.
3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan explains how banking on-the-go is getting faster and easier.
re you in the market for a new car? Well if so you may be in luck. The final days of summer often offer up some sweet deals. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan explains.
Those who are gung-ho about grammar should stick to eight magazines.
Bankers and affordable-housing advocates are happy that homeowners will not have to put down 20 percent in order to get a qualified mortgage.
We've arrived at the week when area tourists who are seeking thinly populated getaway destinations get their wish.
Killing bedbugs can be successful, says one Bucks County pest control professional, but it takes work on the part of the homeowner as well as the exterminator.
Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer, and many of us will be hitting the roads to enjoy one last long weekend of fun in the sun. 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan takes a look at the numbers.
3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan has information so that you get the most bang for your buck for your current model.
Bring your own bag to the store, or pay a two-cent fee for each plastic one you get. That's the idea of one Pennsylvania lawmaker.
"A brand new day is coming," said Kathleen Sebelius, referring to October 1st, when people without health care coverage will be eligible to enroll in a "marketplace" to buy affordable health insurance.
Since the program's inception, only about 450 of the nation's roughly 3,000 health departments have attempted the program and Vineland is first to become fully certified.
An estimated 40 million Americans will be able to enroll for health insurance coverage beginning in just a few weeks as part of the Affordable Care Act. But many are still unaware of how to sign up and what it will cost.
3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan shows us how travel companies are using layaway, making it easier for you to take your dream vacation.
Are you taking a plane trip anytime soon? Well if you're looking to cash-in some frequent flier miles, you may want to do that sooner than later, especially if it involves US Airways miles.
IBX is going to visit tens of thousands of potential new customers in a custom-fit tractor-trailer packed with laptops, iPads, and health care experts who will break down all the features of the Affordable Care Act.
Ted Landis, a CPA in Colmar (Montgomery County), Pa., notes that incidentals can add up at college so it's important for you and your student to know who is going to pay the bills and where that money is coming from,
If you're looking for some ways to save some money, 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan teamed up with the retail shopping experts at Dealnews.com, who examined back-to-school pricing trends.
Mandi Woodruff is editor of the personal finance section at Business Insider. Her recent visit to Philadelphia delighted and amazed her.
AAA Mid-Atlantic says the average price of a gallon of regular gasoline in New Jersey on Friday was $3.48, down 4 cents from last week.
It's estimated that as many as one in three veterans experience financial stress within the first year or two after leaving the military.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Most retail stores will be open for business on Memorial Day, while post offices will be closed. Here's what to know.
Scattered showers are possible Monday in the Philadelphia area, and warmer temperatures are in sight.
Travelers in New Jersey said rain and high gas prices put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans this year.
Most retail stores will be open for business on Memorial Day, while post offices will be closed. Here's what to know.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Scattered showers are possible Monday in the Philadelphia area, and warmer temperatures are in sight.
Travelers in New Jersey said rain and high gas prices put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans this year.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is asking ICE to let her inside the Delaney Hall detention center in Newark.
A man was shot and killed during a confrontation at a Royal Farms store in Northeast Philadelphia, police say.
Democrat Chris Rabb seemed to be a long shot running for a congressional seat in Philadelphia.
The body of a 27-year-old man was found in a pond along the 8500 block of Allemaengel Road on Saturday, the Lehigh County coroner said.
A man was found shot and killed at an apparent car meetup along the 4000 block of Rising Sun Avenue in North Philadelphia, police said Sunday.
A 39-year-old man was charged with aggravated assault after a foot pursuit ended with an officer-involved shooting in Kensington Saturday morning, police say.
It's estimated that as many as one in three veterans experience financial stress within the first year or two after leaving the military.
Travelers in New Jersey said rain and high gas prices put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans this year.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is asking ICE to let her inside the Delaney Hall detention center in Newark.
Jason Mutschler was charged with killing his aunt, Vanessa Sturtevent, in Lumberton, New Jersey, officials say.
For the first time in its 45-year history, Collingswood's May Fair festival was canceled as rainy weather swept across the region.
Just a week after a fire destroyed the Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, its congregation now has a temporary place to worship.
A historic Black church in New Castle County is making a powerful comeback after a pair of hit-and-run crashes left the sanctuary heavily damaged.
The historic Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, Delaware, was destroyed in a fire early Sunday morning.
A Delaware man is in custody after he barricaded himself and started a fire inside a Wawa store on Limestone Road, police say.
A New Castle County, Delaware, refinery is starting repairs that could increase its sulfur dioxide emissions levels past permitted limits.
A patient at Jefferson Moss Magee Rehab is the first person in Philadelphia to use new technology allowing people who are paralyzed to use their hands.
Patients of the Smiles at Rittenhouse Square clinic are being urged to get tested after possible exposure to hepatitis and HIV.
The heart-lung machine was a groundbreaking invention that took place in Philadelphia and has saved millions of lives.
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
Research from Thomas Jefferson University could help ID a new way to improve poor sleep and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency because freezing temperatures this spring damaged crops at local farms.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club is a huge boost for Pottstown, Pennsylvania-based Lessen the Loads.
Bars and restaurants in Newtown Square are gearing up for an influx of customers as the 2026 PGA Championship is here.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Travelers in New Jersey said rain and high gas prices put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans this year.
SEPTA is preparing for large crowds as Philadelphia celebrates America's 250th birthday on July 4.
Five people were injured after a car and an NJ Transit River Line train collided Tuesday in Delran, a spokesperson for the transportation provider said.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer in Chester County shut down the Route 30 Bypass Monday night.
SEPTA on Monday announced its plans to get fans to and from six World Cup matches in Philadelphia and the fan festival at Lemon Hill.
The Phillies lost to the Cleveland Guardians Sunday, with Brandon Marsh scoring Philadelphia's only run.
Zack Wheeler pitched six shutout innings as the Phillies defeated Cleveland, ending the Guardians' seven-game winning streak.
Kyle Busch, who won more races in NASCAR's top three series than anyone in history, died suddenly on Thursday.
Kyle Manzardo hit a pinch-hit homer off Jhoan Duran in the ninth inning to lift Cleveland to victory over the Phillies.
Cancer survivor Victor Aponte wants to give back to his community after they were there for him in his greatest time of need.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
Philadelphia natives Will Smith and Jill Scott will perform at the 2026 Wawa Welcome America concert on the Ben Franklin Parkway.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Consumer reporter Josh Sidorowicz spoke with a local veteran who found help through a group working to bridge the gap.
The Philadelphia area could see more showers Monday before things clear up and warmer temperatures move in. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the NEXT Weather forecast for Memorial Day.
Travelers at Farley Service Plaza in South Jersey on Sunday said the rainy weather put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans.
Two leucistic fawns were recently rescued in Greentown, Pennsylvania. The fawns, Dipper and Mabel, are getting care at the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center and will be released back into the wild when they are recovered.
The United States and Iran are close to reaching an agreement that would end the war, but lawmakers on both sides of the aisle say they have concerns about the deal.