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Philly could see toy shortage if port strike continues, trade group says
Families in the Philadelphia region could see a shortage of some toys, and increased prices, if the longshoremen strike continues, according to the trade group representing toy manufacturers.Greg Ahearn, CEO of The Toy Association, said manufacturers are already working on contingency plans to get around the strike."Moving shipments to West Coast ports from East Coast ports," Ahearn said. "Working to move up production schedules to bring products in earlier to get higher quantities into the U.S. earlier than ever to be able to make sure that shelves are stocked."He said disruptions in supply, coupled with high demand, could lead to...
Harris and Trump want to build more housing. What would that mean for Pa.?
Lilah Saber started thinking about buying a home in Philadelphia shortly after she moved to the area for college roughly 10 years ago. With no generational wealth or family inheritance coming her way, she knew it couldn’t happen immediately. But she figured at some point she’d be earning enough to buy, given Philly’s relative affordability.
South Jersey synagogues and community centers on high alert as High Holy Days and Oct. 7 approach
With Israel bound in combat against militants on two fronts, and fears of a wider war in the Middle East growing by the day, South Jersey synagogues and Jewish community centers have heightened security to keep people safe through Rosh Hashanah.
Neighbors debate outdoor music at Avenue North restaurant
Residents of North Wilmington are making their voices heard about a proposal to allow a restaurant liquor license that includes speakers and live entertainment on the patio. The restaurant is the Blackwall Barn & Lodge, planned for Avenue North, the multi-use complex being developed on the old Astra Zeneca operations at Concord Pike and Murphy Road. IN THE NEWS: Pedestrian/bicyclist ... Read More
Oh, no! Port strike could trigger booze shortage in New Jersey
🍷 The majority of imported beer, wine and spirits arrive at East Coast ports. 🍌 Fresh fruits and veggies are rotting at Port Philadelphia. The strike by dock workers in New Jersey, Philadelphia and along the entire East Coast shows no signs of ending anytime soon and the possibility of product shortages grows by the day.
Food fight: The history of the school lunch at Philly’s Science History Institute
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Few things sit so centrally at the intersection of science, politics, health, and culture as the school lunch. By the early 20th century, most states in the U.S....
Women of Idenlea Estate Honored with Historic Landmark
The women of Idenlea estate in Bala Cynwyd were recognized with a Pennsylvania historical marker for their efforts in medicine and activism. Three remarkable Bala Cynwyd women who lived on the Idenlea estate in Bala Cynwyd were recently recognized with a Pennsylvania historical marker, writes Erin Betley for the Hidden City.
HRP Group Wants to Expand Port of Philadelphia Into the Bellwether District
Chicago-based HRP Group has set aside 300 acres of the 1,300-acre Bellwether District for a potential Port of Philadelphia expansion. Chicago-based HRP Group has set aside 300 acres of the 1,300-acre Bellwether District for a potential Port of Philadelphia expansion, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. HRP Group...
Why thousands of Philly families are switching to cyber charter school
Sign up for Chalkbeat Philadelphia’s free newsletter to keep up with the city’s public school system.Sameerah Abdullah sends her three school-aged kids to a cyber charter school for some of the same familiar reasons that other families across the nation do, including the flexibility and personalization. For financial literacy class, they go to the bank to open an account. For science class, they head to a museum. On nice days, they try to get out of the city and into the woods.But her motivations are also deeply personal, cultural, and, in some ways, unique to Philadelphia. Abdullah was an intern...
PennDOT cancels planned Schuylkill Expressway EB closure ahead of Phillies playoff games
The planned closure of the Schuylkill Expressway (I-76) East in the Grays Ferry section of Philadelphia this weekend has been canceled, PennDOT said Wednesday.PennDOT said in a news release the cancelation is due to events at the Sports Complex in South Philadelphia.The announcement comes the day after start times were announced for the NLDS playoff games the Phillies will be hosting at Citizens Bank Park on Saturday and Sunday.First pitch for both games is set for 4:08 p.m.The now-canceled closure was set to happen from the evening of Oct. 4 until early on Oct. 7.PennDOT is still planning to close...
Philadelphia's poverty rate drops to decade low
Philadelphia is seeing its poverty rate dip to its lowest level in a decade, but it remains the poorest big city in the U.S.Why it matters: Poverty is a lifelong condition for some Philadelphians, leading to negative health, employment, and educational outcomes.The big picture: Addressing poverty could play a big role in the November election as negative perceptions about inflation fuel a sour mood about the economy.By the numbers: Poverty levels in Philly continued to trend downward by hitting 20.3% in 2023, per newly released Census Bureau data.That's down more than a percentage point from the previous year and from...
Most Admired CEOs of 2024 List Features These Montgomery County Business Leaders
These Montgomery County business leaders are honored among the Most Admired CEOs in the Philadelphia region by Philadelphia Business Journal. Leaders of five Montgomery County companies will be honored at the 2024 Most Admired CEOs Awards by the Philadelphia Business Journal, reports Lisa Dukart. Each year, the Philadelphia Business Journal...
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