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Funeral services for Robert S. King, a distinguished World War II veteran, nuclear physicist and exemplary educator who helped transform Community College of Philadelphia into a major educational outpost, were held recently at St. Philips Lutheran Church in West Philadelphia.

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Despite all of our society’s technological advances over the past decade, 41 percent of Philadelphian’s still live without access to the internet and basic computer skills. In an attempt to tackle this issue, Freedom Rings Partnership has started a citywide initiative, Philly Keyspots…

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A legendary musician and dramatic stage performer in his own right, Clarence Clemons was an integral and beloved member of the E Street Band. In connection with the must-see exhibition “From Asbury Park to the Promised Land: The Life and Music of Bruce Springsteen.”

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Wells Fargo honored the heroic achievements of the Tuskegee Airmen through a special showing of the LucasFilm documentary “Double Victory” followed by a panel discussion with two leaders of the group and the presentation of a grant to the Greater Philadelphia chapter of the Tuskegee Airmen.

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Funeral services for Brian Carter, popular WDAS-FM radio host and one half of the team of the Carter and Sanborn Morning Show, were held on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at Enon Tabernacle Church, 30 West Coulter Street. Carter died on April 21, 2012 after suffering a massive heart attack. He was 54.

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Funeral services will be held over two days: First Viewing, Fri. May 11, 5PM to 7PM at the African Episcopal Church of St Thomas; Second Viewing: Sat. May 12, 9 AM to 11 AM. at the Phila. Cathedral, 3723 Chestnut St. 

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But while the prospect of being asked for a picture ID that you had never been asked for before rankled some who went to the voting booths on Tuesday, that was nothing compared to the tensions that flared in a few of the races, especially one in South Philadelphia.

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Mayor Michael A. Nutter announced the Philadelphia Police Department’s (PPD) text tipline at yesterday’s Philly Tech Week Switch Philly event. The text tipline number is PPD TIP or 773847. Citizens can reach this tipline with any mobile device and the crime tips will be sent to the PPD…

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In honor of women who make a difference in their communities and in the lives of others, Keven Parker and The Keven Parker Company will host the 15th Annual Mother’s Day Awards Luncheon & Fashion Show, taking place on Sunday, May 13, 1:00 PM.-5:00 PM. at First District Plaza, 3801 Market Street.

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When you go to the polls on Tuesday for the Pennsylvania Primary, the election workers are going to start asking you something that they never have before. Can I see your ID?

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