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Philadelphia-Area Schools Reopen, Delays Persist After Winter Storm

Communities across the Philadelphia region are dealing with school disruptions following a winter storm that blanketed the area with snow earlier in the week. Bitterly cold temperatures continue to...

Philadelphia Protesters March After Federal Shooting of Nurse Alex Pretti

On Monday, in below-freezing temperatures, a peaceful march moved through Center City Philadelphia as hundreds of people gathered in support of Minnesota communities and in response to federal immigration...

Fishtown woman charged in Mummers prostitution raid

A Fishtown woman was among a dozen people charged in a prostitution raid at a South Philly Mummers’ clubhouse last night.Michelle Lauber, 32, of the...

From fires to floods, Bridesburg vet answers the call

Joe Luczkowski gets a phone call at 3 a.m.A family in Philly just experienced the lowest point in their lives. The home they lived in...

SugarHouse looking for a bigger pot in year two

On the last weekend of September, SugarHouse Casino, the city’s first — and, so far, only — gambling house, celebrated its first year in business.The casino also announced...

Actor gets short notice for Walking Fish short play fest

For most of humanity, it’s a safe bet that getting up on stage and acting before a room full of people ranks right up...

Police seek man in spring assault on Delaware Ave.

Philadelphia police are seeking the public’s help in a four-month-old car jacking that took place in Northern Liberties.Police today released images and video of...

Northern Liberties talent behind new TV show

Northern Liberties’ own Larry Freedman — chair of the Northern Liberties Neighbors Association’s Zoning Committee — has begun a new melodic venture.It’s a television show called Danny’s Guitar Shop,...
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