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'Urban Convergence' on display
The group show "Urban Convergence" at Asian Arts spins with a mix of imagery. It has more variety than one commonly sees in a group show.
A new show offers closest thing to running barefoot
Philadelphia - June 23, 2008 -- Over the past 30 years, traditional running sneakers have become bulkier- offering more stabilty and cushioning.
Emiliano's Mexican Grill embraces fiesta atmosphere
Deb Erdley can be reached via e-mail or at 412-320-7996. Background Bennie Ulloa, who opened his first Western Pennsylvania restaurant two years ago in the North Hills, added a new outlet for his Mexican specialties on East Carson Street in April.
Joseph Rabinowitz, 85, Developed Crucial Drug
Joseph L. Rabinowitz, 85, a biochemist whose research led to the discovery of cholesterol-lowering drugs, died May 28 at his home in Havertown.
District officials notified parents that an Afton Elementary student has the mysterious virus, but the case remains unconfirmed.
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Attorney General Corbett announces arrest of three men in $2.5...
Three men accused of running a $2.5 million meth operation, which stretched from Mexico to Philadelphia, are in custody following a 10-month investigation by the Attorney General's Bureau of Narcotics Investigation .
Pa a.G's Plan To Protect G.M. Customers
Pennsylvania Attorney General Tom Corbett wants to make sure General Motors customers don't get ripped off as the company moves through bankruptcy.
Former Johnstown resident dies just before return to Pa.
Alexander "Alex" Michael Santoyo was living for the day when he could move back to Pennsylvania.
Shrine Hospital Crusade kicks off Friday
St. Marys Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Sally Wilson addressed members of City Council on Monday night regarding the Chambera s request to close a portion of Erie Avenue to through traffic for four hours on the evening of Friday, June 19.
New Passport Regulations June 1st
Before you take advantage of that summer vacation deal to Mexico or the Caribbean, make sure your passport is up-to-date and ready to go.
More deaths in Mexico, US, Canada from swine flu -
Authorities in Mexico announced three more swine flu deaths and the United States and Canada one more death each as the world's largest vaccine maker signed a deal with the United States to produce a swine flu vaccine.
Editorial: A huge boost for cleaner energy
THE OBAMA administration's ambitious goal to significantly reduce carbon dioxide emissions and wean the nation from dependence on foreign oil is admirable.
Middle school student is county's third confirmed swine flu case
A North Allegheny middle school student is Allegheny County's third confirmed case of swine flu, the county Health Department announced today.
Grand jury slams PennDOT for fraudulent licensing, lax security
Attorney General Tom Corbett today issued a scathing grand jury report highlighting weaknesses in PennDOT's oversight of licensing drivers, saying the agency has issued fraudulent licenses to people with extensive and dangerous criminal histories, including individuals with prior arrests for homicides, assaults, drug trafficking, and illegal gun ...
Bucks confirms first two cases of H1N1 flu
Bucks County health officials on Friday announced the county's first two cases of the H1N1 flu, bringing to 10 the number of confirmed cases statewide.
Report: PennDOT Ignores Security, Issues Fraudulent Licenses
In its zeal to provide good customer service, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has ignored its own security procedures and issued fraudulent driver's licenses that may jeopardize public safety, according to a report released Tuesday.
Swine flu fears hitting Berks County pig farming profits
Swine flu Swine flu 1,781 confirmed cases worldwide: 840 in Mexico; more than 650 in U.S., including 99 in California.
Grand jury blasts PennDOT licensing as reckless
Citing "compelling and overwhelming evidence," a state grand jury on Tuesday issued a scathing report on PennDOT's licensing of drivers, saying the agency issued fraudulent licenses to people with extensive and dangerous criminal histories, including those arrested for homicides, assaults, drug trafficking and illegal gun possession.
Hate crime acquittal becomes Hispanic rallying cry
Teenagers, a small town and alcohol. Tension between whites and a growing Hispanic population.
Franklin County has a probably swine flu case
A sick person in Franklin County is being tested for probably having the H1N1 flu.