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Philly officials again question need for voter identification
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[Newsworks.org (blog)] - By Kevin McCorry, for NewsWorks Those in favor of Pennsylvania's new voter ID law say that it will ensure the validity of the state's election results. Those opposing it, such as Philadelphia City Commissioner Stephanie Singer, question the intentions
Pa. student loan agency anticipates creating 150 jobs in Chester
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[Newsworks.org (blog)] - By Kevin McCorry, for NewsWorks The word "layoffs" has been heard all too often in and around Chester lately. With refinery cutbacks and closings, as well cuts in the region's health-care system, Chester's job market can certainly use good news.
In Kensington, neighbors of fire-felled warehouse clean up and move on
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[Newsworks.org] - By Kevin McCorry Lily Zhang, a Chinese take-out store owner, has struggled to return to business since a Kensington factory fire. (Kevin McCorry/For NewsWorks) It's been almost two weeks since two Philadelphia firefighters lost their lives in a
Used toy donations will help the Earth, delight kids
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[Newsworks.org] - By Kevin McCorry Wondering what you can do for Earth Day this weekend? One New Jersey-based nonprofit suggests looking no farther than your old toy chest. Chances are, the hard plastic trucks, dolls and other toys that parents buy their kids this year
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