Philadelphia, PA|News|
Western Wildfires Prompt PA 'Code Orange' Air Alert Tuesday
Wildfires burning on the West Coast have prompted an air quality alert across the Philadelphia region Tuesday.
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- Doylestown, PA
Kara Seymour is the Editor in Chief at Patch. She has spent two decades covering community news, working at daily and weekly newspapers in Virginia, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, including the Bucks County Courier Times and the Princeton Packet. She joined Patch in 2010 as the local editor for the Newtown, PA Patch and moved on to serve as the New Jersey/Pennsylvania regional manager before becoming Editor in Chief. Kara is a James Madison University graduate.
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Philadelphia, PA|News|
8 PA Cities Ranked As Best Places To Live By U.S. News
Eight PA cities are now among the country's best places to live, according to a new ranking released this week by U.S. News & World Report.
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Levittown, PA|News|
PA Town-By-Town Rainfall Totals From Monday's 100-Year Flood
One town reported 10+ inches of rain in a matter of hours. See the Philly-area town-by-town rainfall totals here.
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Doylestown|News|
Flash Flood Warning In Eastern PA As Severe Storm Moves In
A storm with up to 3 inches of rain is moving over the region. "Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly," forecasters said.
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Philadelphia, PA|News|
Work Search Requirement For Unemployment Restarts In PA
The work search requirement for people receiving unemployment compensation in Pennsylvania will resume this week.
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Across Pennsylvania, PA|News|
Man Behind PA Amber Alert Kidnapped Son, Killed Ex: Officials
A father has been arrested and charged with kidnapping, and is also suspected of killing his son's mother after a PA Amber Alert on Friday.
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Philadelphia, PA|News|
Amber Alert Issued By PA State Police After Child Abducted
Pennsylvania State Police have issued an Amber Alert for the abduction of a 2-year-old New Jersey boy and his mother.
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Across Pennsylvania, PA|News|
More Severe Storms In Forecast For Eastern PA Friday
There is another chance of thunderstorms Friday night, with some of those storms capable of producing small hail. Here's the latest:
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Philadelphia, PA|News|
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued In Eastern PA: Timing, Forecast
Thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening could be severe, with damaging winds and heavy rain. Here's the latest:
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Philadelphia, PA|News|
2021 Philly July 4 Fireworks: Your Guide To Shows In Eastern PA
Looking to celebrate the Fourth of July with some fireworks? Here's where you can see them in Philadelphia and the suburbs.
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Philadelphia, PA|News|
Timeline For Extreme PA Weather: Heat Wave, Storms This Week
Three days of extreme heat and potential thunderstorms are in the forecast for the Philadelphia region. Here's the latest.
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Across Pennsylvania, PA|News|
Pennsylvania Mask Order Will Be Lifted Monday
Those who have not yet been vaccinated or are partially vaccinated are still encouraged to wear a mask in public, state officials said
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Across Pennsylvania, PA|News|
PA Taxpayers With Kids Eligible For Monthly Tax Credit Payments
Most Pennsylvania taxpayers with children will start receiving $300 monthly payments beginning July 15. Here's what you should know:
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Across Pennsylvania, PA|News|
Dog Adopted By PA Family Had Dangerous Rabies Variant: CDC
A rabid dog imported from overseas and adopted by a family in Eastern Pennsylvania had a rabies variant previously eradicated in the U.S.
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Philadelphia, PA|News|
Storms, Severe Weather In Eastern PA Forecast: Latest Timing
There is a threat of some severe weather Monday into Tuesday in Eastern Pennsylvania. Here is the latest forecast and timing.
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Across Pennsylvania, PA|News|
Poisonous Plant In Full Bloom In PA: What To Know, How To Spot It
Poison hemlock, toxic to humans and animals, is in full bloom in Pennsylvania. Here's how to identify it, and what to do if you see it.
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Medfield, MA|News|
Obituary: Richard Fitzpatrick, Former Medfield Principal
Richard M. Fitzpatrick died on June 12. He was 74 years old.
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Across Pennsylvania, PA|News|
Gov. Wolf Signs GOP-Backed Law Extending Some COVID Regulations
Gov. Wolf signed two bills into law Friday, including one that extends "the most critical components" of the COVID-19 disaster emergency.
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Philadelphia, PA|News|
'Ring Of Fire' Eclipse Creates Surreal Morning Sky In PA [PHOTOS]
The 'Ring of Fire' eclipse Thursday morning did not disappoint. See the surreal images taken in Pennsylvania.
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Levittown, PA|News|
Woman Suffered Medical Emergency Before Fatal Falls Crash: Police
Falls Township Police believe the victim suffered a medical emergency before crashing.
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