Federal prosecutors have announced charges against a juvenile who allegedly placed swatting calls to colleges including Villanova University. The suspect has not been identified due to their age. But according …
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School board approves plan to close 17 schools despite strong opposition from City Council and communities
by myphillyconnection 14 viewsThe Board of Education voted to approve the School District of Philadelphia’s 10-year, $3 billion facilities plan that includes closing 17 schools, modernizing 169 buildings and co-locating six others. During …
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City Council to consider expanding SEPTA’s student fare program
by myphillyconnection 17 viewsStudents, parents and teachers will get the chance to share their thoughts on expanding SEPTA’s student fare program after Philadelphia City Council approved a resolution Thursday to hold hearings on …
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In Crust We Trust joins Fishtown’s growing pizza scene at former Vince’s storefront
by myphillyconnection 17 viewsFishtown's growing pizza scene will get another newcomer in May with the opening of In Crust We Trust, which is taking over the former Vince's Pizzeria storefront that recently closed …
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A black bear is reportedly roaming Chester County — and looting residents' garbage for snacks in the middle of the night. West Vincent Township police alerted the community to the …
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Parx Casino opens new hotel, adding on-site rooms for overnight stays
by myphillyconnection 26 viewsParx Casino in Bensalem has opened a new on-site hotel, adding overnight accommodations to the property for the first time. The Parxview Hotel features 160 guest rooms, including 16 suites, …
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Please Touch Museum to welcome new exhibit with 20-foot climbing structure for 50th anniversary
by myphillyconnection 24 viewsThe Please Touch Museum will debut a new permanent exhibit this fall in honor of its 50th anniversary. The centerpiece of the display will be a 20-foot-tall climbing structure with …
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Taryn Hatcher is giving away her Phillies gear to raise money for the Pennsylvania SPCA
by myphillyconnection 23 viewsPhillies fans can score some swag from Taryn Hatcher on Thursday and help a local nonprofit in the process. The former Phillies broadcaster is raising money for the Pennsylvania SPCA …
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Hatching of three eaglets in nest at Kerr Park in Downingtown causes area to be blocked off
by myphillyconnection 22 viewsA bald eagle nest has caused a section of Kerr Park in Downingtown to be blocked off, and the newly discovered presence of three eaglets could impact Fourth of July …
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Teen mother charged with voluntary manslaughter in killing of newborn baby in Northern Liberties
by myphillyconnection 23 viewsA teen girl has been charged with voluntary manslaughter in the death of a newborn baby girl in a Northern Liberties apartment over the weekend. The girl allegedly killed the …