SNAP benefits pause Nov. 1: Murphy’s Giving Market in Upper Darby steps up to help residents

With the threat of roughly 42 million Americans having their SNAP benefits paused for November due to the government shutdown, volunteer organizations like Murphy’s Giving Market in Upper Darby are doing their part to help residents.

SNAP benefits gone? How to get free or discounted groceries

As SNAP benefits will lapse for millions in November, several food delivery services are offering ways to get discounted groceries. Here are some options available.

November Social Security payment schedule: Here's what to know

Recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can expect their November payment on Oct. 31 since Nov. 1 falls on a weekend.

Lottery players hoping for a winning $1B Powerball ticket
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A constant exchange of cash for tickets inside a Cherry Hill convenience store as many in Camden County, and across the Delaware Valley, believe they can win $1 billion in the Powerball drawing.

South Philly corridor anxious for completed construction
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A small business corridor in South Philadelphia survived the pandemic, but is now dealing with lingering road work challenging business sales.

Hollywood actors and writers' strike has local impact
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The decision of writers and actors to strike has, in essence, halted production of major film and tv shows across the country, including here, in Philadelphia and New Jersey.

These states rank as the best for jobs in 2025, data suggests

Searching for a job is a lot of work given how competitive the market is, but sometimes the location could be effective in finding and landing an opportunity, according to a new report.

Federal Reserve issues 2nd rate cut of 2025

The Fed stayed course on its expected rate cut despite missing government data clouding the view of the economy amid the shutdown.

Here's how many people receive SNAP benefits Pennsylvania, New Jersey

Across the country, there are over 41 million people enrolled in the federal government’s Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP. But how many of those receive SNAP benefits in Pennsylvania and New Jersey alone?

Study shows an average of 15,078 pieces of mail are lost each month

A recent study shows that between 2022 and 2024, more than 542,000 pieces of mail were lost or went missing in the U.S., an average of 15,078 each month.

With SNAP aid in limbo, groups urge handing out food alongside Halloween candy

With the federal government shutdown threatening November SNAP payments, some community groups are encouraging families to include shelf-stable kid foods alongside Halloween candy this year.

Federal Reserve likely to cut key interest rate: What to know

The Fed is almost certain to cut its key interest rate on Wednesday, but the shutdown has cut off critical hiring and inflation data used to make their decision. Here’s what to know about the meeting.

Your tax refund could be bigger in 2026 – here's how

Americans may see a boost in next year’s refunds in part due to provisions in President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful" legislation. Here’s what you need to know.

Social Security cost of living adjustment for 2026: How much you'll get

The Social Security Administration released its annual cost-of-living adjustment on Friday, and it will take effect starting next year.