Students, parents excited for Back-to-School Day at West Philadelphia Achievement Charter
All the activities on Thursday morning made this a great start for students at West Philadelphia Achievement Charter School.
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All the activities on Thursday morning made this a great start for students at West Philadelphia Achievement Charter School.
All you have to do is say you're a teacher and Wawa has you covered.
Pennsylvania's Republican-controlled Senate returned for an unusual August session mired in a two-month budget stalemate with the Democratic-controlled House.
City leaders are taking a more active role in providing after-school activities from parks and rec programs to outside community organizations.
Helping students and families with back-to-school supplies, New Jersey started the Sales Tax Holiday Saturday.
This week, a New Jersey community came together to help repair a historic cemetery, students across the region returned to school, and the Media Little League may have not won the World Series but the team says it was an experience they will never forget.
The Parent Flat Rate Transportation Plan began as a pilot in 2020. Approximately 13,000 families are currently enrolled in the plan.
New Jersey will require school districts to offer free menstrual products for grades six through 12 under a new law Gov. Phil Murphy has signed.
Eager parents, students and staff say they are ready to get the ball rolling on the first day back to school.
Community leaders say the school, which now officially bears her name, will help continue her legacy to generations of learners.
The last day of the back-to-school bus tour is happening at Roosevelt Mall.
Thanks to fundraising efforts by the nonprofit "The Block Cares," Edward T. Steel Elementary School got a new playground, just in time for the new school year!
While the national teacher shortage continues to be an ongoing problem, a Philadelphia non-profit trying to change that.
The trend was favored by larger school districts over smaller, more rural districts.
Hundreds of families came out to Martin Luther King High School in Germantown to load up on free school supplies Monday.
Unlike Biden's blocked one-time forgiveness program, the new repayment plan will provide benefits for both current and future borrowers who sign up for it.
The nearly 40% increase would immediately make Dr. Abram Lucabaugh one of the state's highest-paid superintendents.
The cyclists made a pitstop in Lawnside, New Jersey Tuesday morning.
The plaintiffs originally sued in 2014, arguing that Pennsylvania's system of paying for public schools is failing the poorest districts.
It's a summer program working to combat the teacher shortage by giving the next generation of diverse educators class time experience.
Many college students who are struggling with hunger are facing the potential loss of SNAP benefits or food stamps.
Lawyers for the school districts that sued in Pennsylvania say they want action now that Republican lawmakers aren't appealing a judge's ruling on funding.
While you can't prepare children for everything, health experts say you can set them up for a successful school year by preparing now.
Nearly 30,000 Pennsylvanians have been approved for more than $1.3 billion under Biden's IDR forgiveness plan.
The state government approached two weeks without full spending authority on Tuesday, while loose ends remained untied.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
The Phillies acquired Chase Shugart in a trade with the Pirates, days after Pittsburgh designated the pitcher for assignment.
The Eagles have fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, two days after the Birds' loss to the 49ers in the wild-card round.
Philadelphia police are looking for a blue Jeep that they say was involved in a homicide in Northeast Philadelphia in December.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has informed the team that he is stepping down from his position.
The Eagles have fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, two days after the Birds' loss to the 49ers in the wild-card round.
A 16-year-old boy was shot to death inside a Chipotle bathroom on the edge of Temple University's campus as students returned to school for the spring semester.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
The Phillies acquired Chase Shugart in a trade with the Pirates, days after Pittsburgh designated the pitcher for assignment.
Philadelphia police are looking for a blue Jeep that they say was involved in a homicide in Northeast Philadelphia in December.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
The Eagles have fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, two days after the Birds' loss to the 49ers in the wild-card round.
Philadelphia police are looking for a blue Jeep that they say was involved in a homicide in Northeast Philadelphia in December.
A man followed a woman home and exposed himself before fleeing with money from her purse, Philadelphia police say.
A SWAT team arrested murder suspect Ziyker Washington in Philadelphia after he spent more than a month on the run for a killing in Norristown, Pennsylvania.
Minor league hockey returns to Trenton, New Jersey, in 2026-27 for the first time in 13 years: meet the Ironhawks of the ECHL.
The New Jersey governor highlighted his achievements during his eight years in office in his final State of the State address.
New Jersey is suing a recycling company over a series of fires at scrap metal yards in Camden.
The Paterson School District says the teacher accused of giving special needs students hot sauce as a form of discipline has been relieved of her duties.
Members of the New Jersey Group 5 state champions, Washington Township, were honored by state legislators Monday.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
The Delaware Farm Bureau has announced the 10 winners of its annual amateur photography contest.
Hundreds of people gathered for a final farewell to Delaware State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook after he was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV.
Delaware State Police Cpl. Matthew "Ty" Snook will be laid to rest on Monday, nearly two weeks after he was shot and killed inside the Wilmington DMV.
Lawmakers who represent the Philadelphia area gave their opinions on the U.S.' military operation in Venezuela on Saturday.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
A potentially deadly and drug-resistant fungus is spreading nationwide, including New York and New Jersey.
Doctors in Philadelphia say new federal guidance on childhood vaccinations is causing confusion — especially for parents.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
One person was killed after a crash involving a horse and buggy in the 4000 block of Strasburg Road in Salisbury Township.
The Phillies acquired Chase Shugart in a trade with the Pirates, days after Pittsburgh designated the pitcher for assignment.
The Eagles have fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, two days after the Birds' loss to the 49ers in the wild-card round.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has informed the team that he is stepping down from his position.
Temple University assistant men's basketball coach Bill Courtney has died suddenly, the school announced Tuesday. He was 55.
Minor league hockey returns to Trenton, New Jersey, in 2026-27 for the first time in 13 years: meet the Ironhawks of the ECHL.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
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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.
Drexel University point guard Eli Beard is a difference-maker on the court despite being just 5 feet, 11 inches, his coach said.
This report says some minorities don't get quick care for strokes, and that can lead to death and serious long term disabilities. Stephanie Stahl reports.
A husband and wife helped honor the Philadelphia firefighters that saved their lives last summer. Siafa Lewis reports.
Andrew Kozak has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region Tuesday night with storms on the way later this week.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.