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Many people set aside long holiday weekends like that of Presidents' Day to shop for cars and low interest rates recently have certainly helped to fuel car sales.
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Many people set aside long holiday weekends like that of Presidents' Day to shop for cars and low interest rates recently have certainly helped to fuel car sales.
A gallon of regular is now $3.65 in Philadelphia, $3.50 in New Jersey on average up six cents and five cents, respectively, from last week.
Do you enjoy getting a good deal? Well February is about a lot more than just candy and flowers, it means plenty of shopping deals too!
Think you got a great deal on a sale item? Depending on where you shop, you may want to think again.
The federal regulators want app makers to be up-front with what personal details are gathered and how they're using that info -- and they say parents must keep a closer eye on their kids' touchscreens.
It's been said that nothing in life is free. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan, who is always up for a challenge, wanted to prove that saying wrong.
It's happened to all of us, you're just about to sit down for dinner and the telephone rings. On the other end of the line is a telemarketer.
Did everything come up roses for you this Valentine's Day? Well, for some couples that's not always the case.
Wednesday only, and only until 8pm, Robinson says homeowners can call 1-866-989-6931 (toll-free) for advice.
This year, as before, those couples may have to do a little extra work to file their taxes correctly.
Imagine getting paid to watch TV. That's what a new iPhone and iPad app promises its users. 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan has the news on the tube.
To refinance or not to refinance, for many homeowners these days, that's the question. The interest on a 30-year fixed rate mortgage is now averaging 3.87 percent. So does it make sense to refinance? Or if you already have refinanced does it make sense to do it again?
The price of electricity is dropping in our area. But why is that the case?
Executive Director Charles Croce says the first gallery offers an overview of the city's 300 year history, using an inventive combination of historic objects and first person narratives from contemporary Philadelphians.
As Atlantic City prepares to open its 12th casino on Memorial Day weekend another is seeking to reinvent itself and target the less-than-high stakes gambler.
They've been around for centuries, catering to people who need money fast. Long before there were banks and ATM machines, pawn shops were the answer.
This weekend love will be in the air as many celebrate Valentine's day a few days early, including brides-to-be.No matter what shape the economy is in, the cost of getting married doesn't come cheap.
A landmark $25 billion settlement with the nation's top mortgage lenders was hailed by government officials Thursday as long-overdue relief for victims of foreclosure abuses. But consumer advocates countered that far too few people will benefit.
Comcast's "Internet Essentials" is restricted to certain low-income families, but cuts the cost of getting online to $9.95/month.
The Internet mega-retailer Amazon.com is looking to set up shop in New Jersey -- a move that could mean big bucks to the state in the long term.
In this tough economy it seems that everyone is looking for ways to save. So it's no surprise that the popularity of dollar stores are the rise.
Big chain stores can be found in practically every large strip mall and shopping center in America, and each offers a different experience for shoppers. But how do they all stack up?
Do you get a lot of credit card offers in the mail? If you're a small business owner, you may see even more of them coming your way.
A Jersey shore realtor received a number of phone calls last week about a home she had listed for rent this summer. That doesn't seem unusual, but it drew attention because the rent posted was half of what it was supposed to be.
A nor'easter has developed off the East Coast and will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
Strong winds, steady rain and pounding waves brought flooding to parts of Atlantic City as a nor'easter moved through the Philadelphia region.
.A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for September 25, 2026.
The Philadelphia Phillies were shut out by the Rays, 2-0, on Friday and failed to move closer to securing a playoff berth.
Bill Giles, who rose from a Phillies business executive to become an owner and CEO during more than half a century with the team, died Friday.
A nor'easter has developed off the East Coast and will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
Strong winds, steady rain and pounding waves brought flooding to parts of Atlantic City as a nor'easter moved through the Philadelphia region.
New Jersey Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell submitted his resignation Friday, Gov. Mikie Sherrill announced.
.A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for September 25, 2026.
The Philadelphia Phillies were shut out by the Rays, 2-0, on Friday and failed to move closer to securing a playoff berth.
A nor'easter has developed off the East Coast and will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
A water pipe at a vacant property in South Philadelphia has been leaking for nearly a year, ruining a nearby business lot.
Philadelphia is putting its own spin on the centuries-old German tradition with a South Street block party and a sausage festival.
A NEXT Weather Alert remains in effect through Sunday, mainly for the Jersey Shore, as a nor'easter continues to develop.
In a message to parents, the Jenkintown School District said it has suspended its varsity football season after one game.
A nor'easter has developed off the East Coast and will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
Strong winds, steady rain and pounding waves brought flooding to parts of Atlantic City as a nor'easter moved through the Philadelphia region.
A state of emergency has been declared in New Jersey, and down the Jersey Shore, emergency officials in one town have issued a voluntary evacuation notice.
New Jersey Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell submitted his resignation Friday, Gov. Mikie Sherrill announced.
Police are investigating after a person died during an encounter with law enforcement in Middle Township, New Jersey, officials say.
A nor'easter has developed off the East Coast and will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches.
A NEXT Weather Alert remains in effect through Sunday, mainly for the Jersey Shore, as a nor'easter continues to develop.
We finally have a much clearer picture of the nor'easter, and it's good news for Philadelphia.
A nor'easter developing off the East Coast will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches this week.
A cat named Bessie saved a Norristown, Pennsylvania, family from a 1934 house fire, and her heroic story now teaches children about fire safety.
Patients increasingly need temporary housing while they receive medical treatment, and a nonprofit is filling the gap.
Health officials are warning of a possible measles exposure at Philadelphia International Airport, and it's not related to the case at CHOP.
Health officials in Philadelphia are warning about possible measles exposures in the CHOP NICU.
An 18-year-old from Mifflin County has died from measles-related complications, Pennsylvania health officials said.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
Ciddianys Rodriguez's bakery, Ciddianys Bakery & Bistro, now has three thriving locations in Philadelphia.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
SEPTA's "Accelerate" plan would see upgrades across the system, including new train cars, shorter wait times and station updates.
Two people were taken to the hospital after a large tree fell onto three cars on Belmont Avenue in Bala Cynwyd on Friday.
A crash involving at least two cars is slowing traffic on I-95 South near Allegheny Avenue.
Drivers will start getting tickets for parking in Smart Loading Zones without registering.
A man on a motorcycle was launched from a highway overpass near 2nd and Callowhill streets on Monday night, police say.
.A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for September 25, 2026.
The Philadelphia Phillies were shut out by the Rays, 2-0, on Friday and failed to move closer to securing a playoff berth.
Bill Giles, who rose from a Phillies business executive to become an owner and CEO during more than half a century with the team, died Friday.
LeBron James says his friendship with Tyrese Maxey and a desire to help Joel Embiid win an NBA title influenced his decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers.
In a message to parents, the Jenkintown School District said it has suspended its varsity football season after one game.
Challenging documentaries and award-winning features are among the offerings of New York City's leading cinema event, starring such luminaries as Pedro Pascal, Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, Julianne Moore and Godzilla.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
An autopsy by the Greenville County Coroner's Office determined Hayden Panettiere's death was due to an accidental overdose of several drugs, including fentanyl.
Crews are setting up for Ed Sheeran's concert at Lincoln Financial Field this weekend amid a controversy over Macklemore's recent comments.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
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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.
A nor'easter is slamming the Jersey Shore on Saturday, and its effects are being felt as far away as Philadelphia and beyond. Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the latest forecast.
A nor'easter is slamming the Jersey Shore, bringing rain, wind and coastal flooding. Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the NEXT Weather forecast and details what to expect in the Philadelphia area and along the shore. Reporter Chilekasi Adele is in Atlantic City, where some streets are already flooded.
La Salle picked up a big win over Salesianum Friday night. Here are the top highlights from this week's Friday Football Frenzy.
Bill Kelly has the latest timing and more on this weekend's nor'easter bringing rain, powerful winds and more to the Philadelphia region. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
Large waves crashed over the Atlantic City boardwalk, spraying water over both sides of the boardwalk Friday night as a nor'easter battered the Jersey Shore.