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Politician: Loophole Saves Me from Mohawk Bet
Like any crafty politician, Congressman Robert Brady has found a way to flip-flop on an important issue ... and we're talking about the Mohawk Challenge between Brady and Congressman John Hall over who would win the World Series.
Transit Strike Over, Service Resumes
What to do with strike-week TransPasses? Updated at 03:58 PM today Story Media Top Stories PHILADELPHIA - November 9, 2009 -- Now that the SEPTA strike is over, many people are wondering what to do with the TransPasses they bought to use during the week of the strike.
When in doubt, vote the incumbent out
In case you're wondering which Pennsylvania members of Congress supported the Pelosi Health Care Bill, which will raise taxes and put your family's current health care coverage at risk, see the list below.
Six-Day Transit Strike Ends In Philadelphia
Trolleys, subways and buses were running again Monday and riders were trickling back to the city's transit system after an early-morning contract agreement ended a crippling six-day strike.
Philly transit union says pact reports 'premature'
A national spokesman for the Philadelphia transit system's largest union says reports of a tentative agreement were "premature" and the negotiations aimed at ending a five-day strike continue.Transport Workers Union Local 234 spokesman Jamie Horwitz says progress is being made and a counteroffer is being made to the Southeastern Pennsylvania ...
Capital Eye Opener: Thursday, November 5
STAR: The National Wildlife Federation has released a limited-edition trading card but these bad boys won't have your favorite grand slam baseball player on them.
Rendell: SEPTA union turned down "sensational" deal
Gov. Rendell today chastised union leaders for calling a strike against SEPTA, saying they turned down a "sensational" contract in tough economic times.
Strike averted as SEPTA, unions keep negotiating
Gov. Rendell Saturday ordered negotiators for SEPTA and its largest union to remain at the bargaining table and keep the city's buses, subways and trolleys running, averting the threat of a strike during the World Series.
Grand jury probes turnpike operations
A statewide grand jury sitting in Pittsburgh has heard from a number of former turnpike employees, including its former second-in-command, as part of a probe into allegations of corruption, according to several sources close to the probe.
Congressman -- I'll Bet My Hair on the Phillies
Posted Oct 28th 2009 5:20PM by TMZ Staff With tonight's game just hours away, Congressman Robert Brady is looking to make a last minute bet in tonight's Yankees vs.
Protesting for change. Due to a nationwide movement by colleges from Democrat chapters, SHSU's Bearkat Democrats marched on Congressman Brday in an effort to demand that Bush policies be cleaned up Thursday, Oct.
Pew Applauds Congress for Including Military and Overseas Voting...
Today, Congress enacted the National Defense Authorization Act which includes provisions that will resolve several key voting problems for American military service members and citizens overseas.
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Port of Philadelphia Handles Sizable Military Cargo in October,...
Philadelphia, PA, October 14, 2009- This past weekend and continuing into this week, the Port of Philadelphia is handling its second shipment of important military cargo in 45 days, again demonstrating the agility of its two largest terminals, said John H. Estey, Chairman of the Philadelphia Regional Port Authority .
Taxpayers foot bill for missing items
About once a month, Rep. Robert Brady gets a special request from a fellow lawmaker.
Denison city council approves removal of clock tower
The City Council elected Monday to remove the old Denison High School clock tower from its current location.
In the House, courtesy of the Office of the Majority Leader: First Vote of the Week... Tuesday 6:30 p.m. Last Vote Predicted... Thursday p.m. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2009 On Monday, the House will not be in session.
Pelosi in Philly: Keep the public option
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi visits Jefferson Hospital at 9th and Walnut streets, with US Reps Allyson Schwartz, Robert Brady and Chaka Fattah.
Politico: Some Dems avoid town halls
A striking number of congressional Democrats have steered clear of hosting formal town hall events at home during the August recess in the wake of disruptive, sometimes angry protests over the party's health care reform plans.
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Military Cargo to Return to Philadelphia
After a two-year hiatus, vessels carrying military equipment are expected to call the Port of Philadelphia's Packer Avenue multi-purpose terminal beginning in September.
Pa. AG upset with ex-editor's penalty in sex sting
The lawyer a for former sports editor in western Pennsylvania who got probation for a sex-sting conviction says prosecutors are engaging in improper judge-shopping. Robert Brady represents Thomas Rose, who was charged in 2005 after chatting online with a police officer posing as a 12-year-old girl.
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