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Philadelphia celebrates Día de los Muertos with thousands joining in procession
Thousands gathered in South Philadelphia for the traditional Mexican holiday that celebrates culture and ancestry.
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A spotlight on Halloween’s roots in an ancient Celtic holiday grows in the Philadelphia region
From business owners and academics to spiritual practitioners, more people are embracing Samhain, an ancient Celtic festival that gave birth to many Halloween traditions.
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At a youth engagement listening session in North Philly, Bennett heard about school conditions, civic education and the city’s response to teen takeovers.
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