Three men convicted of killing a 73-year-old woman in North Philadelphia in 1997 have been exonerated after spending more than 28 years in prison. Jermal Shuler, 46, Marc Brittingham, 47, …
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New Hope Railroad now has scenic pedal-bike tours that wind along heritage tracks in Bucks County
by myphillyconnection 15 viewsNew Hope Railroad, the heritage passenger service that operates vintage trains in Bucks County, debuted a new pedal-bike tour over Memorial Day weekend that lets riders pass through the scenic …
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Philly News
Swarthmore College to cover full tuition for families making under $200,000 starting in fall 2027
by myphillyconnection 15 viewsSwarthmore College, the private liberal arts school in Delaware County, plans to begin offering a tuition-free education to students whose parents earn less than $200,000 starting next year. The college …
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Health & Fitness
These teachers are being recognized by the Phillies, IBX for their extraordinary dedication
by myphillyconnection 13 viewsThe Phillies and Independence Blue Cross are recognizing six teachers who demonstrate "unwavering dedication" to their students and communities. The teachers are being named to the IBX Honor Roll as …
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Health & Fitness
That discount at the pharmacy counter may pack hidden costs
by myphillyconnection 15 viewsNext time you go to the pharmacy, you might be offered a coupon on your prescription drugs. While it may sound like a great deal — with the prospect of …
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Health & Fitness
Trump promised cheaper drugs. Some prices dropped. Many others shot up
by myphillyconnection 14 viewsSince his second term started, President Donald Trump has announced, negotiated, or floated a flurry of initiatives aimed at taming the excesses of the pharmaceutical industry. No surprise. About 60% …
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Health & Fitness
Half of American adults get health info from social media influencers — yet few trust them
by myphillyconnection 15 viewsAbout half of U.S. adults get health information from social media influencers and podcasts – even though the majority of these influencers do not identify themselves as health care professionals, …
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Food & Restaurants
Dîner en Blanc returns Aug. 20 with an America250 theme
by myphillyconnection 16 viewsPhoto Courtesy/Georgi Anastasov Thousands of guests dressed in white attend a past Dîner en Blanc Philadelphia event. The annual outdoor dinner tradition returns Aug. 20 at a secret location in …
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Food & Restaurants
Center City District Sips returns this week with discounted drinks at dozens of Philly bars and restaurants
by myphillyconnection 16 viewsPhoto courtesy/High Street Center City District Sips returns June 3 with drink and food specials at participating bars, restaurants and beer gardens throughout Center City. (Photo courtesy of High Street) …
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Food & Restaurants
Reading Terminal Market to open an outdoor plaza with bar, shops ahead of World Cup
by myphillyconnection 16 viewsReading Terminal Market patrons won’t have to clamor for counter seats or a coveted indoor table this summer. The famed food hall is expanding with a temporary outdoor plaza just …