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A longhorned tick, or Haemaphysalis longicornis, is seen through its life stages.
Science

An invasive tick is swarming southeastern Pa. Here’s what you need to know

Why researchers say the Asian longhorned tick is spreading so rapidly — and why it could pose a serious threat to human and animal health.

1 month ago

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Musical bands played patriotic tunes during the Doylestown Memorial Day parade.
Community

Doylestown Memorial Day parade honors America’s fallen soldiers in 157th year

About 15,000 people attended a historic Memorial Day parade in Doylestown, Pennsylvania to honor military veterans from all conflicts.

1 month ago

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An American flag is folded during the interment for World War II U.S. Army Air Forces Staff Sgt. Eugene Darrigan at the cemetery behind St. Mary's church

WWII bomber crash left 11 dead and ‘non-recoverable.’ 4 are finally coming home

The World War II bomber Heaven Can Wait was shot down off the Pacific island of New Guinea on March 11, 1944.

1 month ago

Solar panels
Education

25 Philadelphia-area schools get first-ever state funding for solar power

Grants of up to $500K will support solar installations at public schools and community colleges across Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Philadelphia counties.

1 month ago

Zenos Frudakis stands beside his 10-foot-tall statue of Muhammad Ali
Arts & Entertainment

Philadelphia sculptor casts a 10-foot Muhammad Ali on the 60th anniversary of his famous victory

Zenos Frudakis renders Muhammad Ali’s 1965 win over Sonny Liston for the town where it happened.

1 month ago

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Evan Wang performs on stage at the Pennsylvania State Poetry Out Loud Championship
Arts & Entertainment

Montgomery County high school senior crowned national youth poet laureate

Evan Wang, a senior at Upper Merion High School, wants to see young people engage with poetry off the page and in everyday life.

1 month ago

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a parent protesting he possible appointment of Abram Lucabaugh as Centennial School District's new superintendent holds a sign reading BAD POLICIES = LEGAL FEES
Education

Centennial School District parents, community members are raising concerns over superintendent choice

Under Abram Lucabaugh's recent tenure at Central Bucks, the school district implemented a number of controversial policies, including banning Pride flags and some books.

1 month ago

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The Nittany Lion logo
Education

Penn State trustees vote to close 7 branch campuses amid declining enrollments

The campuses to close are Dubois, Fayette, Mont Alto, New Kensington, Shenango, Wilkes-Barre and York. Together they enrolled slightly over 3,000 students this year.

1 month ago

Bob Harvie speaking into a microphone at a press conference
Community

Bucks County commissioners say sheriff does not have power to sign agreement with ICE

The American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania has threatened to file a lawsuit challenging the agreement.

1 month ago

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A voter arrives at a polling place during the primary election in Philadelphia, Tuesday, May 20, 2025.
Courts & Law

Pa. primary election 2025: Philly and state court races wrapped up with expected outcomes — with 1 exception

Although most winners received endorsements from bar associations and their parties, a candidate for Superior Court advanced with neither.

1 month ago

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Municipal building
Politics & Policy

Abington Township, Borough of Rockledge voters pass referendum to fund new middle school

The school district will use a $285 million investment bond to construct the new facility.

1 month ago

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Side by side photos of Richard Bryant and Erica Deuso
Politics & Policy

Erica Deuso wins Downingtown’s Democratic mayoral primary, will face Republican Richard Bryant

Erica Deuso will face Republican Richard Bryant in November’s general election. If elected, she would be Pennsylvania’s first openly transgender mayor.

1 month ago

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Larry Krasner speaking after winning the primary election
Politics & Policy

Election 2025 updates: Krasner wins Democratic primary race for Philly DA; full race results

Follow along for live special coverage on the 2025 primary election, including Philly’s Democratic race for district attorney and statewide contests for judicial offices.

2 months ago

Gwynedd Mercy University in Lower Gwynedd Twp., Bucks County.
Education

Gwynedd Mercy University-led partnership seeks to address shortage of special education teachers

More than 20% of Pennsylvania students require special education services.

2 months ago

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''I voted'' stickers are seen in a county election office on Election Day.
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania 2025 primary election results

See full results, including races for Philadelphia district attorney as well as judicial contests on Pa.'s Commonwealth, Superior and Supreme courts.

2 months ago

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