A new K-9 just started on the job at the Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office in New Jersey. The German short-haired pointer, Walt, is working double duty, searching out electronics and serving as a therapy dogs for kids who come in to make statements. KYW Newsradio’s Mike Dougherty tells us all about the loveable, hard-working pup.

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A <a href="https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/south-jersey-k-9-sniff-out-electronics-comfort-kids">new K-9 just started on the job at the Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office</a> in New Jersey. The German short-haired pointer, Walt, is working double duty, searching out electronics and serving as a therapy dogs for kids who come in to make statements. KYW Newsradio’s Mike Dougherty tells us all about the loveable, hard-working pup.
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The Week in Philly: K-9 Walt brings joy and search skills to Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office

On one hand, rising property values signal a sound investment. On the other, it leads to higher taxes. Such is the dynamic at play in Philadelphia following a recent city-wide reassessment. KYW Newsradio’s Mike DeNardo highlights the resources residents can take advantage of to help offset costs, and also explains why, after decades, the PPA decided to more than double the price of its coveted residential parking permits. 

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On one hand, rising property values signal a sound investment. On the other, it leads to <a href="https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/average-philadelphia-property-tax-bill-rise-usd330">higher taxes</a>. Such is the dynamic at play in Philadelphia following a recent city-wide reassessment. KYW Newsradio’s Mike DeNardo highlights the resources residents can take advantage of to help offset costs, and also explains why, after decades, the PPA decided to more than double the price of its coveted residential parking permits. 
Listen to <a href="https://www.audacy.com/podcast/the-week-in-philly-from-kyw-newsradio-0da71">The Week In Philly</a> live on <a href="https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio">KYW Newsradio</a> every Saturday at 5 a.m. and 3 p.m., and Sunday at 3 p.m.

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DODGE BALL POD

For many, dodgeball was an activity of youth, played in elementary school or on rainy days at camp. But for a group of Philadelphians, the sport is serious business. KYW Newsradio’s Brian Seltzer discussed the appeal with the owner and operator of a local league who’s gotten so good at the game, she’s headed to the World Dodgeball Championships in Austria next week.

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For many, dodgeball was an activity of youth, played in elementary school or on rainy days at camp. But for a group of Philadelphians, the sport is <a href="https://phillydodgeball.com/">serious business</a>. KYW Newsradio’s Brian Seltzer discussed the appeal with the owner and operator of a local league who’s gotten so good at the game, she’s headed to the World Dodgeball Championships in Austria next week.
Listen to <a href="https://www.audacy.com/podcast/the-week-in-philly-from-kyw-newsradio-0da71">The Week In Philly</a> live on <a href="https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio">KYW Newsradio</a> every Saturday at 5 a.m. and 3 p.m., and Sunday at 3 p.m.

The Week in Philly: Meet the Philadelphian headed to the World Dodgeball Championships

Dr. Ala Stanford played a huge role in guiding Philadelphia through the pandemic. She founded the Black Doctor’s Consortium and was appointed Regional Director of the US Department of Health and Human Services by President Biden, among many other accomplishments. KYW’s Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams spoke with Dr. Stanford about her new book out this week, “Take Care of Them Like My Own”.

Listen to The Week In Philly live on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5 a.m. and 3 p.m., and Sunday at 3 p.m.

Dr. Ala Stanford played a huge role in guiding Philadelphia through the pandemic. She founded the Black Doctor’s Consortium and was appointed Regional Director of the US Department of Health and Human Services by President Biden, among many other accomplishments. KYW’s Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams <a href="https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/ala-stanford-book-health-equity-covid-19">spoke with Dr. Stanford</a> about her new book out this week, <a href="https://dralastanford.com/book-deal/">“Take Care of Them Like My Own”</a>.
Listen to <a href="https://www.audacy.com/podcast/the-week-in-philly-from-kyw-newsradio-0da71">The Week In Philly</a> live on <a href="https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio">KYW Newsradio</a> every Saturday at 5 a.m. and 3 p.m., and Sunday at 3 p.m.

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