SEPTA pledged to refund riders who accidentally were charged extra Monday despite a court-ordered pause on the transit authority's fare increase. A 20% fare increase that increased transit trips from …
September 2025
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Philly News
Port Richmond barbershop starts GoFundMe campaign after break-in
by myphillyconnection 43 viewsA barbershop is turning to its community for help after a Labor Day burglary. LB Cuts owner Lou Bravo said a thief broke into the Port Richmond storefront early Monday …
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Health & Fitness
Experimental skin cancer test aims to increase early detection of melanoma
by myphillyconnection 46 viewsMelanoma is responsible for the most skin cancer deaths. An at-home test being developed by University of Michigan scientists aims to increase the chance of early detection and treatment.
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Food & Restaurants
Saquon Barkley teams up with Wawa to design new hoagie
by myphillyconnection 46 viewsArmed with a signature sandwich and a winning smile, Saquon Barkley is the newest face of Wawa. The Eagles running back teamed up with the convenience store chain on a …
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Health & Fitness
Most college freshmen feel homesick – recognizing this is the first step toward coping with it
by myphillyconnection 52 viewsStarting college can stir homesickness and anxiety. Students who show up for events, sign up for activities and stay on campus in the first several weeks have the best chance …
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Health & Fitness
Parenting strategies are shifting as neuroscience brings the developing brain into clearer focus
by myphillyconnection 56 viewsParenting with the understanding of a child's developing brain is much more effective in shaping behavior than outdate models that emphasize rewarding good behavior and punishing bad behavior, research shows.