(The Center Square) – Philadelphia carries the third-highest tax burden in the nation, meaning it’s short on its bills by […]
Seth Higgins: Fixing Pennsylvania’s local government patchwork starts with fixing the law
The new year in Pennsylvania brought with it a rarity in local government: the consolidation of two municipalities. This happened […]
Cheltenham’s new logo sparks debate
Cheltenham Township, an older suburb bordering on Philadelphia, spent $25,000 on new branding. While some residents are pleased with the […]
Critics say Upper Darby Council violated Home Rule Charter
The Upper Darby Council voted unanimously by resolution to spend more than $900,000 for a five-year lease agreement to purchase […]
Upper Darby Council candidate raises discrimination questions
Was a candidate for an opening on the Upper Darby Council treated fairly? Michael Law attended the Nov. 19 council […]
Bank voiced concern about former Warrington tax collector over alleged threats
Two years ago, a First Citizens Community Bank branch official wrote to Warrington Township leaders “in hopes something can be […]
Are Krasner’s violence prevention grants politically targeted?
Public data show that the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office, under Larry Krasner, may be leveraging violence prevention grants for political […]
Gauthier’s unconstitutional power-grab
Proposed Phila. City Council Bill seeking regulation of land disposition by West Philadelphia universities unconstitutionally encroaches on the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s powers overseeing nonprofits
By Christian J. Matozzo
Gag order in Abington? Police chief targets outspoken resident
When two Abington police officers showed up at her front door to deliver a letter, Adele Kubel knew something was […]
Ben Mannes: The Philadelphia sheriff’s office needs a state takeover
From John Green’s federal conviction to Jewell Williams’s harassment scandals, straight through to Rochelle Bilal’s ongoing ethical implosions, the Philadelphia […]