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This Philadelphia Museum of Art exhibit shows the business of craft launched in Philly 150 years ago
“Workshop of the World” shows of the Centennial Expo kickstarted the region’s industrial craft legacy.
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The Delaware Community Foundation awarded $650,000 to 39 projects supporting Hispanic communities, including the Delaware Art Museum's expanding Spanish-language programming.
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Birthday cake, carousel rides and a singing Benjamin Franklin honored the rehabilitation that brought one of Philadelphia's oldest public parks back to life.
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Tiny art draws big crowds at Queen Village’s Mini Mini Art Show
The free show, featuring tiny paintings, origami and sculptures, runs through Aug. 2 at vintage store At My House.
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As the workshop and museum nears its 50th anniversary, its paid high school program continues teaching teens teamwork and creative expression.
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Sussex County pulls land use applications from review after Delaware adopts affordable housing law
Senate Bill 23 allows certain residential development applications to forego public hearings. Sussex County officials said they’re working to adjust approval processes.
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The investment would help improve pedestrian and cyclist safety in the Philadelphia area with more protected bike lanes and trail expansion.
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After SEPTA’s summer success, riders fear momentum could stall
Is SEPTA getting there? At a West Philadelphia performance event, advocates celebrated the transit system while warning that another funding crisis looms.
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Wilmington mayor vetoes bill that would have helped those struggling to pay water bills
The legislation aimed to exempt households with seniors, young children and people with disabilities from water shutoffs.
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LeBron James Day officially declared in Pennsylvania as Sixers land 4-time NBA champ
The 41-year-old James is set to sign a modest $8 million, two-year contract with the Sixers, according to ESPN.
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There are already more U.S. measles cases this year than in all of 2025
The U.S. has surpassed 2025’s record for measles cases, with five months left in 2026.
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LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers, saying it will be his ‘last decision’
James made the announcement on social media Friday, saying it will be his “last decision” and that it comes after he strongly considered retirement.
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The future of flax is in a brick wall built along the Ben Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia
The Association for Public Art commissioned architect Jeff Richards to showcase the possibilities of flax as a building material.
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Listen 2:45‘Fresh Perspectives’ at PAFA shows how creativity fosters civic engagement in kids
Philadelphia schoolchildren made art for America’s 250th anniversary. Along the way, they learned about community.
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Chief meteorologist Cecily Tynan to retire after more than 30 years with Action News
Her last broadcast will be on Monday, Aug. 31.
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