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SEPTA Plans to Increase Fares Through Discount Eliminations, Other Adjustments
Amid a financial crisis that has created a $240 million operating deficit, SEPTA is planning to increase fares by removing some customer discounts and implementing other adjustments to raise money, writes Thomas Fitzgerald for The Philadelphia Inquirer. SEPTA is also currently waiting on uncertain fiscal help from the state government. These changes would generate new…
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Phoenixville’s ‘Grandpop Bubbles’ Brings Life-Sized Bubbles to Community
Brian Maloney, also known as Grandpop Bubbles, spends time making his personally designed and handmade bubbling gear and bubble juice, writes Courtney Ott for FOX43. Recently, the Phoenixville native held a “Free Bubble Festival” at the Kipona Festival in Harrisburg. The festival featured a variety of bubble instruments, such as bubble wands, tri strings, poles,…
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Pet Medic Offers Relief for Furry Friends in King of Prussia
Veterinary urgent care Pet Medic opened in King of Prussia, report Stephanie Stahl and Brad Nau for CBS News. The urgent care offers an alternative to local pet owners who need quick medical assistance that might not necessitate the veterinary hospital. The facilities treats things like a cough or infection. Pet Medic’s practice manager, Melanie…
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New Hope Preserve Among Best Places to Enjoy Wildflowers in Pennsylvania This Fall
New Hope is home to one of the six places in Pennsylvania where you can enjoy both vivid fall foliage and gorgeous autumn wildflowers, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve boasts 4.5 miles of trails that lead you through forests, past streams, and across many meadows. You will be able to…
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Philadelphia Eagles Climb 2 Spots in Forbes’ Latest Ranking of NFL Franchise Valuations
After finishing last year 10th on Forbes’ ranking of National Football League team valuations, the Philadelphia Eagles have now climbed into the top eight, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Now with an estimated value of $6.6 billion, its value has increased 14 percent from $158 million before the start of last season.…
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Swarthmore, Haverford Colleges See Decline in Black, Latino Students Following Supreme Court Decision
There are less Black and Latino freshman at many of the nation’s elite institutions, including at Haverford and Swarthmore Colleges, following a U.S. Supreme Court decision last year banning race-conscious considerations for college admissions. Haverford College’s domestic students of color declined by 1.6 percentage points, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. At Haverford, 7.2…
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Philadelphia Airport Invests in Upgrades for Summer of 2026 Crowds
The Philadelphia Department of Aviation needs to finish up $540 million in capital projects for Philadelphia International Airport and Northeast Philadelphia Airport. It has until the summer of 2026. That’s when everybody gets here, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. Greater Philadelphia is hosting six matches for the FIFA World Cup, the MLB All-Star…
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New Cobbs Creek Golf Course Creates Opportunities for the Underserved
Refurbishment of the historic Cobbs Creek Golf Course by Tiger Woods and the nonprofit Cobbs Creek Foundation includes a focus on STEM learning and turning golf into an opportunity. The Cobbs Creek Golf Course in Upper Darby and West Philadelphia was where Andrew Downs first learned the game, writes Natalie Popilio for The Philadelphia Citizen.…
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Oldest Home in West Chester Remains a Symbol of History Throughout Region
The Dower House, located at the Goshen Road intersection, is the oldest, continuously occupied home in West Chester, writes Malcolm Johnstone for County Lines Magazine. Early records tell us that John and Mary Wall bought 150 acres of land in 1712, in what’s now West Chester Borough. Some historians believe that Dower House was built…
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Charlie the Cat, the Unofficial Mayor of Lansdale Neighborhood Remembered
A Lansdale community recently honored the memory of the town’s unofficial mayor, Charlie the Cat, after his unexpected death, report Josh Sanders and Will Kenworthy for CBS News Philadelphia. Many residents considered Charlie and his brother Sonny the heart and soul of the White’s Road Park neighborhood. The pair were well known throughout the community due to their love…
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Wall Street Journal: How Philadelphia is Helping Renters Combat Nationwide Eviction Surge
The city of Philadelphia has helped thousands of renters get spared from eviction through its eviction diversion program, writes Will Parker for The Wall Street Journal. The relatively new process requires landlords to go through out-of-court negotiations with tenants before they can sue to remove them. It has helped eviction filings in Philadelphia to remain…
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Father, Son from Bensalem Get Surprise of a Lifetime When Humpback Whale Emerges During their Fishing Trip
While out on their boat, a father and son from Bucks County found themselves face to face with one of the largest creatures in the ocean. Staff writers at 6ABC Philadelphia wrote about the harrowing experience. Doug and Zach Piller, residents of Bensalem, were out on a boat in Belmar, New Jersey when a school…
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Joint Funeral Monday in Media for Beloved Hockey Brothers Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau
Funeral services for Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau will take place Monday, Noon, at St Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Media, reports Fox 29. The two beloved ice hockey brothers were killed by a suspected drunk driver while riding bikes in Salem County, New Jersey. A driver has been charged in connection with the accident. Though…
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Havertown Girls’ Room Gets a Surprise Phillies Makeover
Rosie McKenna, a little girl in Havertown being treated for brain cancer, was surprised Thursday with a room makeover from the Philadelphia Phillies, writes John Paul for 6abc. Rosie McKenna, 6, has had a rare form of brain cancer since she was 11 months old and has gone through 64 rounds of chemotherapy and four…
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Remembering Reading Terminal Cheesesteak Icon Rick Olivieri, From Drexel Hill
Rick Olivieri, the grandson of cheesesteak inventor Pat Olivieri and former owner of Rick’s Steaks at Reading Terminal Market, died June 12 at his Drexel Hill home, writes Michael Kelein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The 57-year-old fought a 10-year battle with early-onset frontotemporal dementia. “He fought it for every minute,” said his wife, Debi. Mr.…
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Delaware County Towns Make Top 50 List of Best Places to Raise a Family
Five Delaware County towns are among the 50 best places to raise a family in Pennsylvania, according to a new report published by Niche.com. Niche.com determined the rankings based on the key factors that are meaningful for families. These include the quality of local schools, safety, availability of affordable housing, and access to family amenities,…
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Wreck-it Room Chain iSmash Preparing New Location in Downingtown
Rage room chain iSmash is expanding in the Philadelphia region with two development deals, with one at an as yet undisclosed Downingtown location, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The wreck-it room chain intends to open seven locations in the Philadelphia metropolitan area in the next four years, according to founder and CEO…
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Concert Prevails: Norristown’s Fiery Spirit Triumphs Over Blaze
Days before a Norristown Memorial prepared to host a concert, the building tragically caught fire, reports Raymond Strickland for CBS News. The community rallied, however to ensure that the show would go on. Last Wednesday, the 81-year old Fire Chief Memorial Bandshell caught fire early morning. The two-alarm fire burned through the roof, destroying the…
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