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Pregnant Philadelphians can still apply to the Philly Joy Bank for cash assistance
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Slots are filling up for the city’s new Philly Joy Bank, a program that provides $1,000 a month in cash assistance to pregnant residents with low incomes.
Oct.6: 3rd Annual GOAToberFEST fundraises for Philly Goat Project
PHILADELPHIA (WPHL) — The 3rd Annual GOAToberFEST is herding locals and visitors at the Laurel Hill West Conservatory on Sunday to raise money for the Philly Goat Project, a nonprofit that provides programs to the region, including goat therapy. New this year is a custom GOAToberFest branded beer in partnership with Triple Bottom Brewery, a special […]
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...
Galería Esperanza brings Hispanic works of art to Hunting Park neighborhood
Galería Esperanza, located within the Esperanza Arts Center (EAC), is a state-of-the-art venue that's quickly becoming a regional hub for Latino arts and culture.Opened in December 2023, the art gallery showcases the work of Latino and local artists and will serve as a training ground for the next generation of Latino artists.Esperanza's inaugural exhibit, Sueño de Reyes, features the work of renowned Puerto Rican teacher and artist Mr. Tato González.The exhibit tells the story of the Three Kings, also known as the Magi-and highlights the cultural significance of Three Kings Day, or Epiphany, which is an important part of Christmas traditions in Puerto Rico and throughout Latin America.Galería Esperanza | Facebook | Instagram4261 North 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140
New Southwest Philly Amazon Warehouse Will be Your Package’s Last Stop
The final stop of your Amazon purchase, before it arrives on your Delaware County doorstep, will be a new Amazon warehouse opening this fall in Southwest Philadelphia, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. The 140,000-square-foot Amazon distribution center at 6901 Elmwood Ave. will employ hundreds and will be the...
Former East Passyunk Restaurant Is Being Revived in Wallingford
Fond chef and owner Lee Styer. Lee Styer and Jessie Prawlucki Styer have decided to revive their elegant East Passyunk restaurant Fond in Wallingford, just three miles from their house. Lee Styer and Jessie Prawlucki Styer have decided to revive their East Passyunk restaurant Fond in Wallingford, just three miles...
Newspaper entrepreneur builds Jersey Shore news empire
Veteran newspaper banker and media operator James McDonald has launched a new company to consolidate hyper-local and regional news sites across Philadelphia and the Jersey Shore. Why it matters: Hyper-local news has been heavily impacted by the fall of newspapers. McDonald thinks there's a viable business model for hyper-local sites...
$1 burritos! Mexican grill chain opens its 11th NJ location
EVESHAM — The 11th New Jersey location of a growing Tex-Mex chain is now open in Burlington County. This is the second Pancheros Mexican Grill location in the Marlton section of town. The Iowa-based brand has set up shop in Towne Place Center along Route 73 South. The 2,400-square-foot...
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