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Talk show host Oprah Winfrey must defend a defamation suit over remarks she made about a headmistress at her girls’ school in South Africa after a sex-abuse scandal erupted there, a U.S. judge ruled. The case is now set for trial on March 29 in Philadelphia.

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The state House last Tuesday passed a bill (H.B. 1795) introduced by state Rep. W. Curtis Thomas that would establish youth councils within local workforce investment boards.

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In a mission to raise hope and funds for the hungry and to increase awareness of the issue of hunger, 43 ShopRite stores participated in a six week contest during September National Hunger Awareness Month, sponsored by ShopRite and General Mills.

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PECO, the American Red Cross of Southeastern Pennsylvania (SEPA), and the Philadelphia Fire Department are teaming up to remind everyone that turning back your clocks is also a great time to change the battery in your smoke detectors.

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Last Friday, millions across the country gathered to watch the 41st NAACP Image Awards—the nation’s premier event celebrating outstanding achievements in African American arts and culture. The Image Awards honors the aspirations of all Americans, told from an African American perspective.

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WDAS 105.3 FM’s “Steve Harvey Morning Show” will broadcast live at the Kimmel Center (300 South Broad Street – Philadelphia, PA 19102) from 6:00-10:00 AM on Tuesday March 16th to promote the 2010 Census as part of a massive civic outreach and awareness campaign.

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The Philadelphia Zoo and Walmart have kicked off a limited time $10 Walmart Wednesdays promotion available on March 10, 17 and 24. The promotion, which features a $10.00 ticket, includes admission and parking at the Zoo…

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The Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission ordered Freshwater of Harrisburg LLC, and owner James Behrend, of Monsey, N.Y., to pay William Scott, of Harrisburg, more than $46,600 in back pay and interest for illegally discriminating against Scott based on his sex and race.

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The winter’s excessive snow and extreme temperatures have taken a toll on the City’s roads. Streets Department crews are already on duty, actively repairing street defects citywide. Citizens are encouraged to help identify street defects.

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A South Philadelphia man has been charged with arson, burglary and related offenses for last Sunday morning fire at a famous center city record company.

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