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Gluten-free food expo with 100-plus booths coming to New Jersey Nov. 7-8

The Wicked Gluten Free Expo comes to Secaucus, NJ, Nov. 7-8 with 100-plus booths, food samples and talks. Find ticket prices, hours and event details.

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What to know about election monitoring, ballot security ahead of midterms

With Election Day one week away and closely contested races drawing national attention, Pennsylvania election officials and civic leaders are working to ensure voters understand the voting process.

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Food pantry burns down at South Philly Community Fridge in Point Breeze

South Philadelphia Community Fridge will operate without a pantry in its Point Breeze location for the foreseeable future after a fire destroyed the food storage structure Monday night.

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Fire destroys South Philadelphia community pantry, but food mission continues

A community pantry that provides food to residents in Point Breeze was destroyed by fire overnight, but volunteers say the loss will not stop them from serving the neighborhood.

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Federal election monitors to be sent to Philadelphia polling places for midterms

The Department of Justice is sending federal election monitors to Philadelphia polling stations on Nov. 3. The monitors are tasking with ensuring polling places comply with federal laws and are forbidden from interfering with the voting process.

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Alleged serial sex predator charged with assault at Bucks Co. Halloween attraction

Officials in Bucks County announced Tuesday they have arrested an alleged serial sexual predator.

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FBI serves search warrant tied to Eric Swalwell investigation at mansion in Beverly Hills

The FBI served a search warrant at a mansion in Beverly Hills Tuesday morning, reportedly in connection with an investigation into former Rep. Eric Swalwell. The home belongs to billionaire Stephen Cloobeck, who Swalwell was staying with earlier this year.

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PA Bacon Fest will bring chocolate-covered bacon, live music and piggy bank contests to Easton

PA Bacon Fest returns to Easton Nov. 7-8, 2026, with chocolate-covered bacon, live music, contests and family activities. Admission is free.

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From Camden's youngest city attorney to papal knight, Martin McKernan left a lasting legacy

Camden County dedicated a $22 million housing center to Martin McKernan, a longtime attorney who advised five Catholic bishops and served Camden for decades.

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Fall closet clean out: new marketplace offers way to sell items without fees

Vinted is giving consumers a new way to buy and sell gently used items, from clothing and costumes to collectibles, electronics, sports gear and home goods.

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Former Chester police officer charged with child sexual abuse material possession

Charges have been filed against former Chester Police Officer Leon Paparo following a wide-ranging investigation into unauthorized searches and possession of child sexual abuse material, according to Delaware County District Attorney Tanner Rouse.Investigators began looking into Paparo on April 6,...

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New 'ACOTAR' book 6 released: 'A Court of Splintered Harmony' by Sarah J. Maas is here; how to read series in order

The new "ACOTAR" book 6 was released. "A Court of Splintered Harmony" by Sarah J. Maas is here; here's how to read the series in order.

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Small typo costs Brooklyn man Philip Walters thousands in unemployment benefits

A simple one-digit typo cost a Brooklyn man thousands of dollars, causing his unemployment benefits to be sent to someone's account.

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