A Pennsylvania state trooper was shot and killed during a traffic stop near Honey Brook, Chester County, on Sunday night, authorities said. Corporal Timothy O'Connor responded to a report of …
March 13, 2026
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Gas prices spike in Pennsylvania and across U.S. amid Iran war
by myphillyconnection 1 viewsAmericans are paying more for gas as the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran chokes off a significant route for roughly one-fifth of the world's petroleum products. Global prices for Brent crude …
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Rowan University’s $690 million campus expansion to include homes, a wellness village and a manufacturing center
by myphillyconnection 1 viewsRowan University has plans for a $690 million expansion that will include hundreds of homes, a manufacturing innovation center and a wellness village with medical offices. Rowan officials unveiled the …
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Robots to invade Center City sidewalks as Uber Eats debuts new delivery service
by myphillyconnection 1 viewsPedestrians in Philly will have to start sharing the sidewalks with four-wheeled robots after Uber Eats launched a new autonomous delivery program on Tuesday. The carts, made by Avride, stand …
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Center City expands Open Streets program to 20 car-free days this year
by myphillyconnection 1 viewsThe Center City District is investing big in its Open Streets initiative with 20 car-free dates scheduled for 2026. The program, which closes off select neighborhood blocks to vehicles, will …
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Family-run Kelly’s Seafood to close after 68 years in business in Northeast Philly
by myphillyconnection 1 viewsThe owners of Kelly's Seafood said they plan to retire and put the Northeast Philly building up for sale after 68 years in business. Known for its dense menu and …
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Sincere Harris, a top official in the Parker administration, is stepping down
by myphillyconnection 1 viewsSincere Harris is leaving her post as Mayor Cherelle Parker's chief deputy mayor after more than two years on the job. Harris, who also served as Parker's campaign manager, has …
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76ers, Comcast Spectacor pause demolition of Market East buildings, allowing for summer pop-up shops
by myphillyconnection 1 viewsSeveral buildings slated for demolition on East Market Street will be temporarily spared this summer to allow the city to host pop-up shops during the World Cup and celebrations of …
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Pedestrian fatally struck by NJ Transit bus near Independence Mall
by myphillyconnection 1 viewsA 50-year-old man died Sunday night after being struck by a NJ Transit bus in Old City, police said. The man was struck at 5:50 p.m. on Arch Street, near …