Uptown & Germantown Standard Newspapers

11/06/2025

Immigration debates in America are usually loud, visual, and political—border walls, caravans, cages. But what rarely makes the headlines is how, for nearly 30 years, the U.S. government has been deporting people without ever giving them a day in court. No judge. No trial. Just gone.

11/06/2025

By James Williams,Editor-in-Chief Immigration debates in America are usually loud, visual, and political—border walls, caravans, cages. But what rarely makes the headlines is how, for nearly 30 years, the U.S. government has been deporting people without ever giving them a day in court. No judge. No trial. Just gone. From Bill Clinton to Joe Biden, four presidents—two Democrats, two Republicans—have expanded a quiet system of deportation that bypasses basic due process....

By James Williams,Editor-in-ChiefImmigration debates in America are usually loud, visual, and political—border walls, caravans, cages. But what rarely makes the headlines is how, for nearly 30 year…

10/06/2025

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04/06/2025

PGW is turning federal dollars into real change across Philadelphia, starting with a major infrastructure upgrade in the Olney section this month and continuing its push toward a cleaner, more sustainable energy future. Backed by a $125 million grant from the federal Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA)—secured through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law—PGW is replacing 66 miles of aging cast iron gas mains across the city....

PGW is turning federal dollars into real change across Philadelphia, starting with a major infrastructure upgrade in the Olney section this month and continuing its push toward a cleaner, more sust…

04/06/2025

📣 “The problem isn’t the Electoral College — it’s the two parties.”

We were never meant to be ruled by red vs. blue. The Founders built a republic to protect the states — not just count heads. The Electoral College isn’t broken. Our two-party system is.

03/06/2025

By James Williams, Editor-in-Chief Tucked in the heart of Mt. Airy, Houston Elementary has been holding it down for generations. Since the 1920s, the school has served families from West Mt. Airy, East Mt. Airy, and Germantown, reflecting the strength, diversity, and grit of the neighborhoods it calls home. Now, the Class of 2025 is walking out of Houston as the winningest athletic class in school history....

By James Williams, Editor-in-Chief Tucked in the heart of Mt. Airy, Houston Elementary has been holding it down for generations. Since the 1920s, the school has served families from West Mt. Airy, …

03/06/2025

By James Williams, Editor-in-Chief We don’t have an Electoral College problem in America. What we have is a Democrat and Republican problem — and a political culture increasingly hostile to nuance, federalism, and the original intent of the Constitution. Our system was never designed for just two parties. It was constructed to unite a collection of sovereign states into one nation while preserving each state’s unique voice....

By James Williams, Editor-in-Chief We don’t have an Electoral College problem in America. What we have is a Democrat and Republican problem — and a political culture increasingly hostile to nuance,…

02/06/2025

As the debate over transgender athletes intensifies nationwide, Pennsylvania and California have become case studies in how differently states can approach the issue. One restricts access, and the other expands it. One complies with political directives, and the other creates space for compromise. The question for Pennsylvania is simple: can we do better?

02/06/2025

By James Williams, Editor-in-Chief As the debate over transgender athletes intensifies nationwide, Pennsylvania and California have become case studies in how differently states can approach the issue. One restricts access, and the other expands it. One complies with political directives, and the other creates space for compromise. The question for Pennsylvania is simple: can we do better? The case of Plymouth Whitemarsh senior Luce Allen—a transgender girl who finished 12th in the 200 meters at the PIAA District 1 championships—put the state’s policy squarely in the spotlight....

By James Williams, Editor-in-Chief As the debate over transgender athletes intensifies nationwide, Pennsylvania and California have become case studies in how differently states can approach the is…

30/05/2025

By James Williams, Editor-in-Chief Located in the heart of the Tanger Outlets, WINGCRAFT Kitchen & Beer Bar has been serving up bold, scratch-made dishes and carefully curated brews since opening in June 2014. A standout in Atlantic City’s ever-growing culinary scene, WINGCRAFT blends top-tier ingredients with a modern, industrial-chic vibe, all while paying homage to the city’s storied past. Since its debut, WINGCRAFT has earned rave reviews and major accolades, including recognition as one of the Top 10 Restaurants in Atlantic City by Yelp, one of the 10 Hottest Restaurants on the Jersey Shore by Zagat, and winner of the #1 Burger in South Jersey from At The Shore Magazine....

By James Williams, Editor-in-Chief Located in the heart of the Tanger Outlets, WINGCRAFT Kitchen & Beer Bar has been serving up bold, scratch-made dishes and carefully curated brews since openi…

30/05/2025

By James Williams, Editor-in-Chief Lucy the Elephant, the towering six-story pachyderm watching over Margate Beach, isn’t just a whimsical tourist draw—she’s a national treasure. For the second year in a row, Lucy was voted America’s No. 1 Best Roadside Attraction by USA Today readers and editors, triumphing over nine other cultural landmarks. Yet, despite this surge of national pride, Lucy is now facing a major challenge that could determine her future....

By James Williams, Editor-in-Chief Lucy the Elephant, the towering six-story pachyderm watching over Margate Beach, isn’t just a whimsical tourist draw—she’s a national treasure. For the second yea…