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[See ad on page 17] Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) will hold a job fair to fill immediate openings in businesses located at the Airport.  The job fair will take place Tuesday, April 19, from 10 AM to 3 PM at the Temple University Liacouras Center, 1776 N. Broad Street. More than 30 businesses including airlines,…

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By Marc Levy Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa.–Medical marijuana legislation appears to be on its way to final approval in the Pennsylvania Legislature within hours, as parents of children suffering from debilitating seizures are in the Capitol urging lawmakers to act. Pennsylvania House Majority Leader David Reed said he expects the bill to pass Wednesday. It’s…

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On April 16th, hosted a block party celebration marking 100 days until the Convention. It will took place from 1pm-3pm outside of the National Constitution Center (On Arch Street, between 5th and 6th). For those who participated in the 9th Annual Philly Spring Clean-up, this was a great way to relax and have some fun….

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ABOVE PHOTO:  Patti LaBelle, is congratulated by her LaBelle group members (l) Sarah Dash and Nona Hendrix (holding Patti’s award) on her award; Frankie Darcell is at the back (far left).  (Photo by Bill Z. Foster) By Monica Peters On April 2, 105.3 WDAS FM honored exemplary ladies from the Philadelphia region at their 2nd…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  Villanova’s Jalen Brunson (1), Mikal Bridges (25) and their teammates celebrate after the NCAA Final Four tournament college basketball championship game against North Carolina, Monday, April 4, 2016, in Houston. Villanova won 77-74. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) One good shot deserves another, and Villanova comes out on top By Chris Murray For the…

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When it comes to the Sheriff’s Sale process Philadelphia City Council has questions…and they’re asking them publicly. By Denise Clay When The First Judicial District’s Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Diversion Program began in 2008, it became the only thing standing between being a homeowner and being homeless for many. The program has been hailed as a…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  Democratic Presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders addresses the crowd at Tindley Temple United Methodist Church on Wednesday evening.  (Photo by Bill Z. Foster) Democratic Presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders came to Tindley Temple United  Methodist Church to share his vision for the country with a community he needs to connect with. By Denise…

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At the Philly Farm and Food Fest, you’ll get a chance to get close and personal with your food. By Denise Clay The Philly Farm and Food Fest, will take place at the Pennsylvania Convention Center on Sunday, April 10 from 11AM to 4PM. The fest will showcase the wares of more than 130 farmers, artisan…

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ABOVE PHOTO: LeSean McCoy speaks to the media.  (AP Photo/Gary Wiepert, File) Philadelphia District Attorney Seth Williams announced that former Philadelphia Eagles running back LeSean McCoy wouldn’t be indicted for his part in a bar fight that included two off-duty police officers. By Denise Clay Well, Buffalo Bills running back LeSean McCoy will be able to…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  State Rep. Tonyelle Cook- Artis HARRISBURG – State Rep. Tonyelle Cook-Artis, D-Phila., was sworn in to the House of Representatives last week, beginning her first term as a legislator. She was one of three members sworn in today to the 198th Pennsylvania General Assembly. Cook-Artis won a special election March 15 to represent…

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