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a Nazi flag, blurred, outside a Montco home
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Neighbors outraged over Nazi flag flying outside of Montgomery County home

Neighbors say they first noticed the flag along Meng Road about two weeks ago and contacted Lower Frederick Township to see if anything could be done.

2 months ago

Outside the Newtown Joint Municipal Authority
Community

Newtown municipal authority stops plan to build wastewater treatment plant

Opponents of the project say they will continue to organize until the plan is canceled.

2 months ago

The Cecil B. Moore Library in Philadelphia’s Sharswood neighborhood.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

North Philly residents reject proposal to build new Cecil B. Moore Library that includes housing: ‘We resoundingly do not want that’

At a packed town hall, City Councilmember Jeffery Young proposed replacing the library with a mixed-use building. It didn’t go well.

2 months ago

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Outside the Newtown Joint Municipal Authority
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A Newtown authority wants to build its own wastewater treatment plant. Residents and elected officials are pushing back

A pivotal meeting Tuesday could decide the fate of the project.

2 months ago

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trees along a Philly block
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Philadelphians push the city to do more to plant and protect trees

One possible challenge: Officials say a $12 million federal grant to help implement the Philly Tree Plan is frozen.

2 months ago

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Franklin Square in Philadelphia
Community

Bathrooms rock: Franklin Square to get $7.8M in upgrades

The Old City and Chinatown park has started a handful of capital improvements anticipating a new, underground PATCO train stop.

3 months ago

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VIVA Pickleball & Padel Club
Community
Billy Penn

From parking lot to pickleball: Founder expects to open unique racket club in Philly this spring

The VIVA Padel & Pickleball Club will offer courts, social events and amenities that are the first of its kind in the city.

3 months ago

five recreations of human brains and torsos
Science

‘It’s the year of the body’ at Philly’s Franklin Institute. ‘Body Worlds: Vital’ is on display through Sept. 1

The traveling exhibit uses preserved human specimens to give a deeper look at how everyday choices impact the body.

3 months ago

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Behind Mike Ingram’s home, a quiet forest leads to Folk Memorial Park, where seasonal changes bring stark contrasts — winter’s bare trees and fallen branches give way to a lush, thriving habitat in the warmer months. (Courtesy Mike Ingram)
Community

Newark denies proposal to build baseball field in Delaware park after opposition

City Council voted against a proposed baseball field at Folk Memorial Park after strong community opposition and environmental concerns.

3 months ago

Newly installed security barriers are seen on Bourbon Street next to a memorial for victims of the Jan. 1 car attack ahead of the Super Bowl in New Orleans, Friday, Jan. 31, 2025. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
Community

Eagles fan who survived New Orleans truck attack returning to city for Super Bowl

Ryan Quigley was invited to spend the new year in New Orleans with his friend and Louisiana native Tiger Bech.

3 months ago

Mayor Cherelle Parker
Community
Billy Penn

Philly plane crash latest: U.S. transportation official impressed by city’s response, Roosevelt Boulevard reopens

Federal officials are examining a retrieved voice recorder for clues to the cause of the crash, which killed seven.

3 months ago

Investigators work the scene of the crash
Community

City officials say ‘a lot of work still being done’ at the site of Northeast Philly plane crash that killed 7, hurt 22

Of the 22 people hurt, five remain hospitalized, with at least three in critical condition, according to city leaders.

3 months ago

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outside The Charles Santore Library
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Weather

Philly libraries are vital community hubs. Many struggle to keep their heat on

Data provided by the Free Library of Philadelphia shows 29 branches closed at least once in 2024 due to heating issues.

4 months ago

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One entrance of the Philadelphia Rail Park near 13th and Noble Street. (Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly’s Rail Park raises millions for next phase from state, federal grants

Organizers expect to complete the next step in turning the Reading Railroad Viaduct into a park in a few months, but there’s a long way to go.

4 months ago

On Saturday, a few hundred people gathered outside City Hall in Philadelphia for the People's March. (Zoe Read/WHYY)
Politics & Policy

Protesters gather outside Philadelphia City Hall to demonstrate against Trump, GOP policies

More than two years after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, reproductive rights was a key issue highlighted during the demonstration.

4 months ago

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