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Dead Pony, Emaciated Horses Found On North Philadelphia Property
A dead pony and three horses were found in North Philadelphia Tuesday, SPCA officials said. Officials say two of the found horses are not in good condition.
A Warning To Rowdy Revelers At The Big Race, Bike Court Is Back
Race Court is in place where a judge will be ready to issue those arrested for drunken behavior with fines and possible community service.
L&I Inspectors Get A New Uniform
Property inspectors in Philadelphia are getting a new look: gone are the traditional t-shirt and jeans, replaced with what the mayor says is professional attire.
Mayor Nutter: Philadelphia ‘Sick And Tired Of Blight’
The city of Philadelphia has announced new initiatives to fight blight. Mayor Michael Nutter held a press conference in Port Richmond Monday afternoon to put all Philadelphia property owners on notice.
Officials Say Philadelphia’s Buildings Are Built To Take A Quake
Fran Burns, the commissioner of Licenses and Inspections, says there are complex regulations in the city’s construction code regarding potential earthquakes.
Man Dies After Falling Down Elevator Shaft During Birthday Celebration In Center City
The unidentified man was reportedly celebrating his 25th birthday Friday night when he tried to take the elevator from his 5th story apartment to meet friends on the first floor of 701 Chestnut Street.
Philadelphia City Council To Debate Giving Yet Another Contract To PPA
A city councilman says he has a way to reign in unlicensed contractors in Philadelphia: have Parking Authority officers check for business licenses while they’re out writing parking tickets.
