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| Mummer's Canceled, Protest Instead; Man Killed in Crash; Wolf Proposes $145M Deal; Gritty OK at Game |
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 by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 12/23/20 4:02 pm | updated: 12/23/20 4:02 pm |
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| The Mummer's Parade is officially canceled this year, but some revelers are planning to hold a New Year's Day 'protest' parade on 2nd Street in South Philly instead. In July, Philadelphia issued a moratorium on all large scale public events through February 2021. The Mummer's Parade has been held annually since 1901. Despite the official canceling of the event, many will be taking to the streets and exercising their first amendment rights. Several thousand people have responded to a... Read More |
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| Philly Extends Restrictions to Jan 15; Suspects Wanted in 12yo's Murder; Trump Disses COVID Package |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 12/23/20 2:34 am | updated: 12/23/20 2:34 am |
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| Philadelphia officials announced on Tuesday, 12/22, that current 'Safer at Home' coronavirus COVID-19 restrictions will be extended two weeks from January 1, 2021, to at least January 15. This includes restrictions on Indoor dining, Indoor gatherings and events, Theaters, Casinos, Colleges, Indoor organized sports. "We have made progress and saved lives with our Safer at Home restrictions," said Health Commissioner Dr. Thomas Farley. "Now we need to be very careful with how we allow... Read More |
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| Delco Man Voted as Dead Mother; Murder Charge in Missing Amish Teen Case; NJ Use of Force Policy |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 12/21/20 11:32 pm | updated: 12/21/20 11:41 pm |
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| A Delaware County man is accused of election fraud and illegal voting using his dead mother and mother-in-law's names. 70-year-old Bruce Bartman of Marple Township is charged with two counts of perjury and one count of unlawful voting. Bartman used the online voter registration website to register his deceased mother, Elizabeth Bartman, who died a decade ago, as well as his mother-in-law, Elizabeth Weihman, who died in 2019. He registered them both as Republicans. Bartmen requested a... Read More |
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| Congress Agrees on Relief Bill, #SaveOurStages Act; Deadly Northeast Car Crash; Kensington Shootings |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 12/21/20 12:27 am | updated: 12/21/20 12:27 am |
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| Congressional leaders have signaled that they have reached agreement on a new COVID-19 relief bill on Sunday evening, 12/20. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell tweeted, "Congress has just reached an agreement. We will pass another rescue package ASAP. More help is on the way." Both the Senate and the House are expected to vote on the $900 billion bill on Monday, 12/21. The bill will provide a direct payment of $600 to most Americans. Payment amounts will taper starting at $75,000... Read More |
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| First Wawa Drive-Thru Opens in NJ; South Philly Co-op Set To Open; Blueberry Farm Murderer Sentenced |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 12/19/20 10:05 pm | updated: 12/19/20 10:05 pm |
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| Wawa opened its first ever drive-thru on Friday morning, 12/19. A drive-thru window was added to the exiting store at 570 Rancocas Road in Westampton, Burlington County. You can still get gas and head in to the store to make purchases. The drive-thru will offer a limited menu of Wawa's most popular items. You can also order combo meals including hoagies, Sizzlis, burgers, salads, pasta, chips, fries, and a variety of drinks. Kid's Meals are available. There are two lines for ordering and... Read More |
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| NJ Legislature Passes Cannabis Bill; PA Supreme Court Dismisses Petition; Philly Vaccine Protocols |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 12/18/20 12:29 am | updated: 12/18/20 12:29 am |
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| New Jersey lawmakers passed legislation on Thursday, 12/17, setting up a recreational marijuana marketplace. The Assembly and Senate both passed the bill during remote sessions. Gov. Phil Murphy is expected to sign the measure into law. New Jersey voters approved a constitutional amendment in November allowing for recreational marijuana for adults 21 and older. The amendment takes effect Jan. 1. Cannabis sales will be subject to the state's 6.625% sales tax. 70% of the proceeds will go... Read More |
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| No Snow Day for Philly School Kids?; Charges Filed on Man Shot By Cop; Store Owner Shot By Robber |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 12/15/20 1:51 pm | updated: 12/15/20 1:51 pm |
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| Despite the forecast for a major winter storm hitting our region on Wednesday into Thursday with significant snow totals in Philadelphia, there will be no snow days for children in the Philadelphia School District. It has been over 650 days since the last time the city has seen even an inch of snow, but as it is piling up outside tomorrow, children will be continuing their virtual lessons inside. "Considering the world that we're in right now, there is no reason to have a snow day... Read More |
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| December 12/13 - Playlist - Michael Tearson's ATTIC - Ry Cooder Later Years 1 pt 2 |
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 by: mtearson - Philadelphia, PA
started: 12/14/20 11:39 pm | updated: 12/14/20 11:39 pm |
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December 12/13 - Playlist - Michael Tearson's ATTIC - Ry Cooder Later Years 1 pt 2
1) "Memphis in the Meantime" by John Hiatt
2) "(I Want to Build a) Jumbo Ark" by Nick Lowe
3) "Don't Bug Me When I'm Working" by Little Village
4) "This Is Hip" by John Lee Hooker
5) "Down In Mississippi" by Pops Staples
6) "Jesus Gonna Make Up My Dying Bed" by Pops Staples
7) "Keep Your Eyes on the Prize" by Mavis Staples
8) "It Feels Like Rain" by... Read More |
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| December 12/13 Playlist - Michael Tearson's Marconi Experiment - Ry Cooder Sideman Later Years 1 pt1 |
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by: mtearson - Philadelphia, PA
started: 12/14/20 11:06 pm | updated: 12/14/20 11:06 pm |
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December 12/13 Playlist - Michael Tearson's Marconi Experiment - Ry Cooder Sideman Later Years 1 pt 1
1) "Hard Times" by Arlo Guthrie
2) "Days Are Short" by Arlo Guthrie
3) "Aloha Ka Manini" by Gabby Pahinui Band
4) "Kathleen" by Randy Newman
5) "The Train that Carried My Girl From Town" by Mike Seeger
6) "To Know Him Is to Love Him" by Trio (Harris, Ronstadt, Parton)
7) "Entella Hotel" by Peter Case
8) "Moani Ke 'Alao" by Gabby... Read More |
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| Philly Winter Weather Watch, Heavy Snow Wed.; COVID Vaccine Arrives; Electoral College Votes Biden |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 12/14/20 5:26 pm | updated: 12/14/20 5:26 pm |
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| A Winter Weather Watch is in effect from Wednesday morning through Thursday morning. Our area will experience a major winter storm during this period with heavy snow and gusty winds. It will start midday on Wednesday 12/16. Areas north of I-95 could see over 12"+ of snow. Areas south will see 6" or less. Totals in Philadelphia could be around 6-8" with more in the northern and western suburbs. There will also be gusty winds at 35 mph and travel will be difficult late on Wednesday. Power... Read More |
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