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James Kratch is an award-winning editor and reporter. He spent a decade at The Star-Ledger and NJ.com reporting on college, professional and high school sports before a stint as the managing editor of ESNY. He is now the managing editor of Tip.News and a contributor to PhillyDaily.

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March 31, 2025

Center City District hires new development executive

Center City District has tabbed Adam Robinson as its new vice president of development and partnerships.

5 Philly area bridges flagged for collapse assessment

Federal officials recommended collapse risk investigations for a quintet of bridges in the Philadelphia area.

South Jersey mayor charged with DUI, child endangerment

A Burlington County mayor allegedly drove drunk on St. Patrick's Day with her toddler in the vehicle.

Trump beats Harris to cap historic political comeback

Donald Trump is projected to be the 47th President of the United States after a historic victory over Vice President …

Real progress toward Scranton-to-NYC rail revival

The push to reinstate Amtrak service between Scranton and New York City has received a $9 million federal construction grant.

The British are coming ... to campaign in Pennsylvania?

Vice President Kamala Harris' ground game will apparently get a helping hand from across the pond.

3 arrests made at pro-Palestinian march in Philly

At least three people were arrested during a pro-Palestinian march through Philadelphia on Monday, according to Penn's campus newspaper.

Oklahoma schools' Bible order sparks new controversy

Oklahoma's controversial plan to mandate Bibles in public schools has raised new ethics questions.

Scientists want to dive into Great Lakes' unmapped depths

A push to map the bottom of the Great Lakes is gaining steam.

Biden Administration won't extend immigration program

A decision by President Joe Biden's administration will impact the immigration status of over 500K legal migrants in the U.S.

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