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The basic argument to stop the $360-million project, argued to be critical to bringing new, larger ships upriver, is that the US Army Corps of Engineers didn't pay enough attention to opponents' various concerns.
John F. Collins designed the tiny sliver of a park that was built in the 1700 block of Chestnut Street in the 1970s.
There's a different sort of community service event on Monday, marking Martin Luther King Day. It's e-cycling, as in recycling for electronics.
Opponents of natural gas drilling in Northeastern Pennsylvania came to Philadelphia on Friday, demanding that the EPA administrator order fresh water deliveries to their town.
The southern pine beetle has been tunneling its way through South Jersey's pine forests for at least 11 years. Last year wasn't as bad as had been expected.
The City of Philadelphia's Christmas tree recycling program wants you -- to bring your trees to them.
The National Audubon Society's 112th annual Christmas Bird Count is going on now across the country. And, while many people were returning and exchanging unwanted gifts, a group of birding enthusiasts from Moorestown, New Jersey spent the day after Christmas out on the count.
An important link in the City's Delaware River front plans, currently held up in a money dispute, might yet bring people back to an area time forgot.
The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education, in the Roxborough section of the city, is taking over the "Toad Detour," a volunteer effort to protect the critters trying to cross a highway on their quest for romance.
The Endangered Species Act may itself be endangered, say its supporters, targeted with death by a thousand cuts.
There are more than 100 nests scattered across the Garden State.
The 24-page PUC report concludes that PGW failed to follow many of its own safety procedures on site, including taking too long to shut off gas and electricity in the area where gas was leaking.
First District councilman Frank DiCicco, in his final Council meeting before retiring, wasn't surprised to receive the mayor's veto of the bill that would have changed the zoning to allow the wall wrap ad.
With all the controversy about natural gas production from Pennsylvania's Marcellus Shale region, you might wonder where green energy fits in. Quite nicely, says an advocate.
Politics as the art of compromise was very evident in Philadelphia City Council with the apparent resolution of a dispute over a plan to require more lead paint testing in rental buildings.
SEPTA is upgrading a switching locomotive at Wayne Junction that services its trains, with the help of a $1.2-million EPA grant to reduce diesel air pollution and improve air quality.
School officials at Father Judge High School were meeting on Wednesday with members of a company they've hired to see if they can determine what sickened between 150 and 200 people over the weekend.
Thousands of dollars are being raised to increase the street canopy in Philadelphia.
But the rewrite is by no means a done deal.
Philadelphia fire commissioner Lloyd Ayers wants to make sure those families that celebrate by putting a Christmas tree in their living rooms do so safely.
Animal rights groups had tried to stop the hunt, arguing that the state was using flawed data to justify it.
Plans are in the works to turn Spring Garden Street into a greenway that is a hub of activity for drivers, cyclists and others, connecting the Art Museum area to neighborhoods around the Delaware River.
The $50-million project has begun, and officials say it will completely transform the plaza above and below ground.
The bill now goes to the mayor, who is expected to veto it and send it back to Council.
A gathering of movers and shakers in the "green roof" and "green wall" industry is taking place this week at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
Kevin Johnson died from "blunt head trauma and stab wounds" at a homeless encampment, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner said.
With snow and possible sleet and wintry mix headed to the Philadelphia region this weekend, here's how the city is preparing.
Friday in the Philadelphia region will be another milder day with some sun before a snowstorm arrives this weekend.
Tyrese Maxey scored six of his 36 points in overtime, Joel Embiid had 32 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists and the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Houston Rockets 128-122.
A series of informational signs about slavery was removed Thursday from the President's House historical site in Philadelphia.
Kevin Johnson died from "blunt head trauma and stab wounds" at a homeless encampment, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner said.
A series of informational signs about slavery was removed Thursday from the President's House historic site in Philadelphia.
A major winter storm is headed to the Philadelphia region, forecast to bring at least 6 inches to the area. Here's what to know.
With snow and possible sleet and wintry mix headed to the Philadelphia region this weekend, here's how the city is preparing.
Friday in the Philadelphia region will be another milder day with some sun before a snowstorm arrives this weekend.
With snow and possible sleet and wintry mix headed to the Philadelphia region this weekend, here's how the city is preparing.
A series of informational signs about slavery was removed Thursday from the President's House historical site in Philadelphia.
Four-year-old Jackson Roberts isn't able to smile on his own because of a condition called Moebius syndrome.
With a winter storm looming, a Mount Airy family has been without water for almost two weeks.
The School District of Philadelphia plans to close 20 schools and modernize or maintain hundreds more in the next 10 years.
People filled the New Jersey State House rotunda to pay their respects to former Gov. Richard Codey.
With the Philadelphia region expecting a major snowstorm this weekend, here's the best choice of ice melt to keep you safe.
Attorneys representing five children ages 4 and 5 allege the kids were physically abused by a Malvern School pre-K teacher.
A town hall hosted by DataOne, the company behind a proposed data center, sought to reassure the community about the project's potential impact on Vineland.
A Mansfield Township landlord allegedly used chloroform when he molested two of his tenants, officials said.
With the Philadelphia region expecting a major snowstorm this weekend, here's the best choice of ice melt to keep you safe.
A major winter storm is headed to the Philadelphia region, forecast to bring at least 6 inches to the area. Here's what to know.
Delaware State Corp. Matthew Snook was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV in late December 2025.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Louis E. Roemer, who died as a POW during World War II, has been officially accounted for.
Four-year-old Jackson Roberts isn't able to smile on his own because of a condition called Moebius syndrome.
Penn Medicine has a new way to reduce hospital noise, as monitors and alarms can be stressful for patients, especially premature babies.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
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.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night.
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.
Kevin Johnson died from "blunt head trauma and stab wounds" at a homeless encampment, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner said.
Tyrese Maxey scored six of his 36 points in overtime, Joel Embiid had 32 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists and the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Houston Rockets 128-122.
Parker was previously the secondary coach for the Philadelphia Eagles.
The Philadelphia Flyers saw an early three-goal lead vanish in a 5-4 overtime loss to the Utah Mammoth on Wednesday night.
San Francisco Giants outfielder Jung Hoo Lee was detained by Customs and Border Protection agents at LAX on Wednesday.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
George Raveling, a former Villanova star player and coach, might be best known as the guy who helped bring Michael Jordan to Nike in the 1980s.
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
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.
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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.
The first snowflakes are still roughly 48 hours away, but PennDOT is already gearing up, ready to keep the roads passable around our region. Jan Carabeo is live at the PennDOT salt shed in Norristown, where preps are underway.
"She's My Sister" human trafficking awareness conference takes place Saturday at 9:00 a.m.
Senior Snow Shoveling Program offers help to anyone 65 or older in clearing driveways and sidewalks after the snow ends.
During his State of the State Address, Del. Governor Matt Meyer asked residents to shop local and support farmers ahead of Sunday's snowstorm.
The wild card in Sunday's snowstorm is the potential of mixing, whether in the form of sleet or freezing rain. It's likely that some areas will receive 1 foot of snowfall, though mixing will reduce totals on the ground. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast with how much snow your area will get.