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COUNCILMEMBER JAMIE GAUTHIER REACTS TO NEW REPORT SHOWING SCOPE OF PHILLY’S HOUSING AFFORDABILITY CRISIS
PHILADELPHIA – Today, Councilmember Jamie Gauthier (3rd District), Chair of City Council’s Committee on Housing, Neighborhood Development, and the Homeless, issued the following statement in response to Pew Charitable Trust’s report on Single-Family Home Sales in Philadelphia. “We pride ourselves on being a city where most residents,...
Reverend presides at blessing of Saint Edmond’s ‘Mary’s House’
On July 22, Saint Edmond’s Home for Children, part of the Developmental Programs Division of Catholic Social Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia (CSS), blessed and dedicated Mary’s House, a community-based home for young adults with disabilities. The residence is the second of its kind opened by Saint Edmond’s.
Philadelphia Ramps Up HPV Vaccination Efforts for Children as Young as 9
Health initiatives in the city are emphasizing the importance of vaccinating children against HPV, with a push to start as early as age 9. The vaccine, as outlined in a recent directive from the City of Philadelphia, is critical in fighting against HPV-related cancers long-term with a success rate of 90 percent when it comes to preventing cancers caused by the virus. The long-lasting protection afforded by the vaccine marks a significant impact on public health, particularly as HPV infections often go unacknowledged due to their frequently asymptomatic nature.
These 3 Friends Turned A Light-Hearted Joke Into A Spirits Company — Now, They’re Planning To Launch An Internship To Usher Young Founders Into The Industry
An idea tossed around as a light-hearted joke turned into a business. Ernest Drummond, Howard Riley, and Michael Earley developed an idea to venture into the spirits business during COVID-19, the Philly Voice reported. With Pennsylvania’s state-owned liquor stores closing during the pandemic, they wanted to create their own. “Somebody brought up as a joke,… Continue reading These 3 Friends Turned A Light-Hearted Joke Into A Spirits Company — Now, They’re Planning To Launch An Internship To Usher Young Founders Into The Industry
Philadelphia airport workers rally for higher wages in new contract
Philadelphia International Airport workers held a rally Tuesday as they attempt to negotiate a new contract with higher hourly wages and better benefits. Baggage handlers, security guards and more said contractors were supposed to increase their pay from $15.71 to $17.20 per hour, plus a $4.98 hourly health care supplement, on Jan. 1. That higher rate comes from the city's prevailing wage law, which is set by the federal government. Daisy Cruz, district leader for 32BJ SEIU, which represents workers, said these 1,000 workers are contracted primarily with American Airlines.
Insects set to invade the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University for annual Bug Fest
Beetles, spiders and crickets, oh my! Celebrate all things insects this summer during Bug Fest at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University. From Saturday, Aug. 10 through Sunday, Aug. 11 you will have the chance to be up close and personal with scientist, artists, educators and of course the main attraction - bugs.
Rep. Brendan Boyle presents $1.8 million to Old City for safety, green space upgrades
An historic section of Philadelphia is getting more than $1 million to improve safety for pedestrians and bicyclists. U.S. Congressman Brendan Boyle presented a check for $1.8 million to the Independence Historical Trust on Monday in Old City. The money is from the federal initiative known as the Community Project...
NJ Gov. Murphy met with Trump to wish him well after assassination attempt
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy (D) met in-person with former President Trump on Saturday to wish him well in the aftermath of an assassination attempt that left Trump with an injured ear. The governor’s office confirmed to The Hill that Murphy and his wife reached out to Trump immediately after the shooting earlier this month…
Historic Brick Installation Leads to Weeklong Clifford Street Closure in Philly
The Streets Commissioner Kirstin Del Rossi revealed plans to shut down the 3000 block of Clifford Street to through-traffic starting next week. The interruption, aimed at re-installing historic bricks on Montgomery Avenue, is expected to begin bright and early at 7:00 a.m. on Monday, July 29 and will run through to the afternoon of Friday, August 2 at 5:00 p.m., as announced in a press release.
It Sounds Like Mayor Parker’s Return-to-Office Plan Isn’t Going So Well
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Anne Ishii to step down as leader of Philly’s Asian Arts Initiative
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Anne Ishii’s 2018 move from New York to Philadelphia was twofold: the writer and editor longed to live here and she could lead to the esteemed Asian Arts Initiative.
2 Months Old, the Interboro Bucs Are Heading to the World Series
The Interboro Bucs girls’ softball team is traveling to the Babe Ruth League World Series in Alabama for the first time ever, writes Aziza Shuler for CBS News Philadelphia. Not bad for a 10U district team that formed just two months ago. The new team is on a historic...
Night Market coming to Northern Liberties on July 24
Northern Liberties is bringing back its Night Market for the 2nd year in a row on Wednesday, July 24th from 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. The wildly popular Northern Liberties Night Market will be on North Second Street, between Fairmount Avenue and West Laurel Street. The family-friendly, dog-friendly, festival will feature 26 food trucks, beer gardens, […]
Court: Residents can't sue over 'forever chemicals' in municipal water
Two South Jersey men cannot sue their municipalities over the presence of “forever chemicals” in their drinking water, a state appeals court has ruled. The residents — Mark Cerkez of Gloucester City and Charles Hoffman of Brooklawn — filed separate lawsuits alleging their local governments breached contracts with them by providing water with unacceptable levels of toxic chemicals used in industrial processes.
19-Year-Old Suspected in Fatal Kensington Shooting as Philadelphia Grapples with Gun Violence
Tragedy struck on the streets of Kensington last night, as a man's life was abruptly ended by a hail of gunfire. Captured by police shortly following the incident, a 19-year-old suspect is now the focus of intense scrutiny. The ominous scene played out as the victim, whose name has yet to be released pending notification of his kin, was crossing the street accompanied by a woman. It was at this moment that a dark Jeep arrived, the passenger exiting only to chase down the victim on foot.
Customer Shot In Neck At Philadelphia Convenience Store, Police Say
The 31-year-old victim was robbed in a convenience store on the 3100 block of Kensington Avenue, authorities wrote in a release on Tuesday, July 23. He was shot in the neck when he ran outside to confront the suspect, investigators said. The victim was taken to the hospital in critical...
Temple IT staffer honored for 25 years of service
Paul Zagarella, CST ’ ‘14 , is marking 25 years of using his expertise in information technology to be of service to others. “I have been with Temple for 25 years and what I am most proud of is helping people all this time,” said Zagarella, who hails from Oaklyn, N.J.
UD Summer Stage Achieves KultureCity Certification
Drexel Hill, PA. Upper Darby Summer Stage has earned certification in its 49th season as a sensory-inclusive space, the first Delaware County-based arts organization to do so. There are millions of people worldwide living with invisible disabilities. 1 in 4 in the United States alone has a sensory impairment. Sensory-friendly or autism-friendly environments are designed to account for sensitivities linked to autism. Any sensory-friendly event or space should allow individuals on the spectrum to partake in the same activities as their neurotypical peers comfortably. The overall goal is to build a sustainable environment, both in rehearsals and for performances, that supports theatre fans who are neurodivergent or experiencing invisible disabilities.
Insomnia Cookies announces major expansion
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. (WHTM) — The popular Philly-based bakery called Insomnia Cookies recently shared plans for a major expansion in the coming years. Insomnia Cookies is a popular bakery based out of Philadelphia that is most known for offering and delivering a wide variety of “delicious warm cookies.”. The...
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