Philadelphia's proposed 10 cent fee on paper bags will become law despite a lack of support from Mayor Cherelle Parker. The extra cost per bag would be implemented at retail …
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North Wildwood sues N.J. over scrapped $54 million beach replenishment project
by myphillyconnection 42 viewsNorth Wildwood is suing the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection over the suspension of a $54 million plan that would have replenished sand on its eroded beaches. The lawsuit, …
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Mom charged with stealing $61K from Philly schools meant for her kids’ care
by myphillyconnection 42 viewsA mom faces criminal charges for allegedly conning the School District of Philadelphia out of over $61,000. The Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office says Laurel Schullere had two children enrolled in …
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Brother of man who died at Pa. ICE detention center sues U.S. government
by myphillyconnection 46 viewsA lawsuit has been filed against the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Department of Homeland Security by the brother of Chaofeng Ge, a 32-year-old Chinese immigrant who died …
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U.S. Mint in Philly makes last penny after more than 230 years of production
by myphillyconnection 46 viewsIt's official: Philadelphia no longer makes cents. The U.S. Mint in Old City produced the final circulating penny Wednesday afternoon during a ceremonial minting attended by U.S. Treasurer Brandon Beach. …
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Norristown police find body in trash can along Schuylkill River Trail
by myphillyconnection 51 viewsNorristown police found a body inside a trash can along the Schuylkill River Trail. Officers made the discovery around 7 p.m. Monday on a section of the path off Haws …
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City Council calls for Mayor Parker’s H.O.M.E. plan to prioritize Philly’s poorest residents
by myphillyconnection 47 viewsAt a hearing to help get Mayor Cherelle Parker's Housing Opportunities Made Easy initiative over the finish line, City Council members questioned if the program is doing enough to prioritize …
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3,000 Philly-area security guards get pay raises with new union contract
by myphillyconnection 42 viewsA union representing about 3,000 security guards in the Philadelphia area ratified a four-year contract with some of the region's largest employers, securing higher wages and better benefits for officers …