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New Poll Says Philadelphians Concerned About Tax Hikes Yet Eager For Services
Poll director Larry Eichel doesn't see those findings -- a desire to lower taxes and yet preserve services -- as contradictory.
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Poll director Larry Eichel doesn't see those findings -- a desire to lower taxes and yet preserve services -- as contradictory.
Mayor Michael Nutter has honored 35 city employees who volunteer to help catch other city employees who may be involved in unethical practices.
Dr. Donald Schwarz says he has "not seen anything like this before."
The poll by the research arm of the Pew Charitable Trusts is the fourth annual survey of city residents' outlook on the present and future state of the city.
The School District of Philadelphia and the City of Philadelphia have cut a deal to keep city school buildings open during the weekends for recreation programs.
The city's third annual launch of the Financing College Campaign was held Thursday at City Hall.
Those regulations prohibit employers from inquiring about a job applicant's criminal background on the initial application.
Philadelphia City Council chambers were packed on Thursday morning as the lawmakers launched their 2012 legislative session.
At issue was whether Philadelphia Fire Department paramedics should be allowed to stay in the union or, as the mayor wants, be forced to negotiate a separate deal.
The City of Philadelphia has posted a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the savage beating death of 23-year-old Kevin Kless early Saturday morning. The Philadelphia FOP added $5,000 more.
Newly elected Philadelphia sheriff Jewell Williams oversaw his first mortgage foreclosure sale on Tuesday, and pledged a new era of openness and honesty at the scandal-plagued sheriff's office.
A "free" emergency identification program launched by the Nutter administration is actually helping a for-profit company get thousands of potential new customers.
Airlines operating at Philadelphia International would bear much of the cost.
Philadelphia mayor Michael Nutter was in the Point Breeze section of the city on Wednesday, discussing crime reduction strategies with community members.
Passage of the lead paint bill comes after city councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown, the sponsor, spent several years working both with landlords and child advocates.
Verna is the longest-serving City Council member in Philadelphia history and the first female president of Council.
It was lunch at a swanky center city Philadelphia restaurant today for a majority of City Council members. They insisted no official business was being discussed, and kept reporters from entering.
Here's a gift you can give yourself for the holidays: quit smoking. And Philadelphia residents can get a free push in the right direction.
Today was orientation day for six freshmen: they're the six incoming members of Philadelphia City Council.
Even though the signs read "Sidewalk Closed," some pedestrians used to cutting through the plaza are choosing to walk in the street along the southwest corner.
Thousands of dollars are being raised to increase the street canopy in Philadelphia.
Councilwoman (and Penn State alumna) Blondell Reynolds-Brown has authored a bill in which any city employee convicted of sexual abuse of a minor would forfeit his or her city pension.
The $50-million project has begun, and officials say it will completely transform the plaza above and below ground.
Imagine this: the Philadelphia Parking Authority cutting you some slack!
Philadelphia mayor Michael Nutter today signed at executive order that will once again make project labor agreements ("PLAs") a part of the bidding process for public works projects of $5 million or more.
Despite New Jersey expressing interest in the Sixers building their new arena 76 Place in Camden, the team says it remains "focused" on staying in Philadelphia.
While several camps charge more than $400 a week, Summer Recess Day Camp, run by Cheltenham Township, is working to make summer fun affordable for families.
One of the men who was shot at Donald Trump's rally in Butler County was released from the hospital.
Philadelphia Commissioner Omar Sabir said the city is more prepared to count mail-in ballots than they were in 2020.
Kamala Harris' campaign appears to be casting a wide net to find a VP, vetting a large number of potential running mates.
Despite New Jersey expressing interest in the Sixers building their new arena 76 Place in Camden, the team says it remains "focused" on staying in Philadelphia.
While several camps charge more than $400 a week, Summer Recess Day Camp, run by Cheltenham Township, is working to make summer fun affordable for families.
One of the men who was shot at Donald Trump's rally in Butler County was released from the hospital.
Philadelphia Commissioner Omar Sabir said the city is more prepared to count mail-in ballots than they were in 2020.
Nick Sirianni described his relationship with Jalen Hurts as "good" and said he doesn't "put much stock" into reports suggesting a disconnect between the two.
Despite New Jersey expressing interest in the Sixers building their new arena 76 Place in Camden, the team says it remains "focused" on staying in Philadelphia.
While several camps charge more than $400 a week, Summer Recess Day Camp, run by Cheltenham Township, is working to make summer fun affordable for families.
Philadelphia Commissioner Omar Sabir said the city is more prepared to count mail-in ballots than they were in 2020.
A Pennsylvania State Police corporal assigned to the Special Emergency Response Team was shot while serving a warrant in the city of Lancaster Wednesday morning.
Here are the athletes from the Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware who've earned their spots to represent the United States at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Despite New Jersey expressing interest in the Sixers building their new arena 76 Place in Camden, the team says it remains "focused" on staying in Philadelphia.
Here are the athletes from the Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware who've earned their spots to represent the United States at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The muggy air and unsettled weather pattern kicks up a bit on Wednesday with mostly cloudy skies, temps in the 80s and showers.
New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez is planning to resign in August, following last week's conviction on federal bribery charges.
Morey's Piers and Water Parks in Wildwood, New Jersey announced that second-generation partner Jack Morey has died.
The muggy air and unsettled weather pattern kicks up a bit on Wednesday with mostly cloudy skies, temps in the 80s and showers.
A special mission for a family of doctors in Delaware is they're raising awareness about facial differences that millions of children are born with including their own. Meet the Catersons.
Vice President Kamala Harris visited Wilmington, Delaware, to meet with campaign staff. Delawareans shared their reactions to President stepping aside.
The Philadelphia region is back to a typical summer pattern today with sunshine, highs near 90 and increasing humidity.
A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters.
Doctors say now is the time to start making appointments for back-to-school vaccinations. Here is a vaccine reminder for parents.
A special mission for a family of doctors in Delaware is they're raising awareness about facial differences that millions of children are born with including their own. Meet the Catersons.
The number of Lyme disease cases last year in Montgomery County was over 7,000. Those numbers are on the rise.
An Instagram account that started as a tribute to her mother is now helping millions support each other with the struggles of Alzheimer's disease.
A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters.
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee filed a federal lawsuit this week alleging Prime, Logan Paul's energy drink company, of infringing on the committee's trademarks.
People across the Delaware Valley are making changes to their summer schedules to try and find ways to survive the scorching heat.
Many people have to work in blazing hot temperatures from the Main Line to South Jersey and down the shore. But others get to work in the freezing cold to bring joy to their community.
An Upper Merion, Pennsylvania man has been indicted on charges he defrauded hundreds of customers through his multiple businesses selling cemetery headstones.
Sheetz will now deliver beer to Pennsylvanians, the Altoona-based convenience store chain announced on Tuesday.
Most airlines are bouncing back, but Delta canceled more flights at Philadelphia International Airport on Tuesday, days after the CrowdStrike outage.
Pennsylvania State Police say a driver was seriously injured after a tree fell on their car on I-476 north in Delaware County on Thursday morning.
Norwegian Cruise Line will begin offering trips out of the Port of Philadelphia starting in 2026, the cruise line announced Wednesday.
The Delaware River Port Authority voted Wednesday to reduce the scheduled toll increases on four bridges between Pennsylvania and New Jersey from $6.50 to $6.
A tractor-trailer crash is blocking the I-676 ramp to enter I-76 in Philadelphia.
Despite New Jersey expressing interest in the Sixers building their new arena 76 Place in Camden, the team says it remains "focused" on staying in Philadelphia.
Nick Sirianni described his relationship with Jalen Hurts as "good" and said he doesn't "put much stock" into reports suggesting a disconnect between the two.
Here are the athletes from the Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware who've earned their spots to represent the United States at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The IOC also voted on Wednesday to name the French Alps as the host of the 2030 Winter Games.
Nick Castellanos hit a two-run double to cap a three-run ninth inning, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Minnesota Twins 3-0.
Creator of the former HBO show remarked on the similarities between its fictional storyline and current political reality.
Rapper and sports fan Snoop Dogg will carry the Olympic flame through the suburb of Saint-Denis, north of Paris.
Charli XCX, George Clooney and Spike Lee are among the celebrities who say they are supporting Kamala Harris' campaign to become the first woman president of the United States.
An album of dark songs recorded in a bedroom at his rented farmhouse in 1982, reflecting the upheaval in his life in-between "The River" and "Born in the U.S.A.," helped solidify Springsteen's status as one of music's most soulful voices.
From Kevin Hart at the hard rock Casino in Atlantic City to Lucy the Elephant's birthday bash in Margate, here's everything you need to enjoy your weekend.
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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.
Ylaine Zhu a School District of Philadelphia student, is among the newest Gates Scholars.
After applying to 13 colleges and being rejected by his dream school, Dexter Resa proves that with grit and heart, you can accomplish things beyond your wildest dreams and make history while doing it.
Since President Biden dropped out of the 2024 race, Democrats say they've seen energy from young voters, Black voters and women.
Philadelphia Eagles training camp began Wednesday in South Philadelphia. Here's what we learned from the first day of practice.
Thousands of mail-in ballots were rejected in 2020 but Philadelphia commissioners say they're more prepared this time around. They've opted to punch a hole in the outer envelope so officials can ensure the yellow secrecy sleeve is enclosed.
Police say 16-year-old Jamil Wyatt died after he was shot four times in the Oxford Circle section of Northeast Philadelphia on Tuesday afternoon.
Tuition will be a few hundred dollars more for students attending Penn State in the 2025-26 school year. The university's Board of Trustees agreed to hike in-state tuition 2% while non-resident tuition will increase 4% at the main campus in State College.