Holiday charities deal with the downturn

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The economy stinks. Most of us get that, even without the current media blitz forecasting modified holiday travel, lackluster Black Friday sales and fewer end-of-year entertainment splurges. Read Story

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Sending love worldwide: Operation Christmas Child helps supply gifts to those in need

Everybody likes something cuddly.

That’s why nine-year-old Kate Strickland, of Franconia, likes to put a stuffed animal in each of the Operation Christmas Child shoe box gift packages she helps fill.

The boxes are customized for a boy or a girl and within age ranges, helping give the donors a better idea of what to send. A brochure also offers suggestions.Read Story

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For Holiday cooking, simplicity is best

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Gerber addresses state, local issues in Blue Bell town hall meeting

Nov 26th, at 6:48am

State Rep. Mike Gerber, D-148, discussed a variety of state and local issues during a town hall meeting with residents Nov. 21. Read More

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Franconia Heritage marks 12th year of meal project

Nov 26th, at 6:48am

This makes the 12th year that Franconia Heritage Restaurant owner Terry Allebach has fed his neighbors. Read More

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Local filmmaker addresses ‘Abandoned Heroes’ in award-winning documentary

Nov 26th, at 6:48am

David Block is not one to stop when faced with adversity or roadblocks. Read More

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Haverford actor revels in ‘Angels in America’ key role

Nov 26th, at 6:48am

For anyone who missed the highly successful 2005 HBO special “Angels in America,” a chance to see it in person is on the agenda at… Read More

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Football: Explorers’ defense makes plays in shootout

Nov 26th, at 6:49am

With a little more than six minutes to go in last Friday night’s Philadelphia Catholic League Class AAAA final between La Salle and St.… Read More


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