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Marissa C. Delgado
Marissa C. Delgado
Bureau Chief · King of Prussia, PA
Marissa has over 15 years of experience in local journalism, previously serving as the political reporter for the Montgomery County Times. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Temple University and has a knack for uncovering the nuances of local governance and policy. Marissa is passionate about holding officials accountable and engaging the community in discussions about their government.
More from Marissa →Bureau Chief · Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 10:14 PM · 1 min read
Philadelphia City Council said Thursday it will hold hearings to investigate the embattled sheriff's office, which has been under fire for a sting of scandals that include reports of it mismanaging $20 million in funds.
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