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Lt. Gov. Davis announces $56M in state grants to fund after-school programs and gun violence prevention

Austin Davis, lieutenant governor of Pennsylvania, and other state and local officials announced over $11 million in funding for Pennsylvania after-school programs at a press conference at the Boys & ...
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A CHOP program showed promising results for families facing food insecurity. Researchers hope more funding broadens its reach

Sophia Wallace, 37, stands in her apartment complex's courtyard with four of her five children: Milan, 13, Mateo, 10, Masai, 8, and Kamau, 6. (Emily Cohen for WHYY) From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to ...
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Philadelphians will see 15% discount on flood insurance starting in April

FEMA approved the city to join its Community Rating System, a program that rewards municipalities that take steps to reduce flood risk.
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Drexel after-school program combines dance, science and coding for a creative, integrated approach to learning

Toluwani Bademosi, 6, holds up a high-five gesture and waits for a computer program to recognize the pose and register a “match” during an educational workshop at Drexel University, Saturday, Nov. 15, ...
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WHYY opens its doors to the community and supporters for Open House and Sustainer Summit

From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know! WHYY held its annual Open House and Sustainer Summit Thursday evening, providing an ...
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Fashion students at Jefferson make clothes for Philly patients with prosthetics, skin sensibilities and other conditions

Finding clothes that fit was just one of many things that became more difficult for Teto Saunders after his leg was amputated above the knee because of a gunshot wound more than 20 years ago. His ...
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Medicaid funding for gun violence programs faces scrutiny

From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know! Medicaid funding allocated for gun violence prevention programs is likely to face ...
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A New Jersey nonprofit is teaching teens about filmmaking, while offering practical support as well

The James R. Halsey Foundation of the Arts offers food and clothing assistance and provides counseling to help kids flourish.
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Delaware launches statewide K-12 esports program, linking gaming passion to real-world career opportunities

The newest Delaware high school competition also offers students career pathways in design, cybersecurity and more via hands-on learning. University of Delaware students compete online at the opening ...
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Play On Philly is shaping students’ futures through intensive music education

From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know! On a late May afternoon, orchestral music filled the Temple Performing Arts Center’s ...
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WHYY wins Mid-Atlantic Emmy awards for Arts and Interview programs

From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know! WHYY-TV 12 was honored with two Mid-Atlantic Regional Emmy Awards at a ceremony that ...