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John Jarboe'
Arts & Entertainment

A rose by another name: A fantasy about in-utero cannibalism comes to Philly’s Fabric Workshop

The immersive, interactive installation “Rose Garden” is a genderqueer fantasy of in-utero cannibalism.

2 years ago

beds at a homeless shelter
Community

Point-in-time count offers ‘snapshot’ of homelessness in Montgomery County

The count showed an uptick in people experiencing homelessness — although more people were in emergency shelters rather than outdoors compared to the year before.

2 years ago

banquet hall
Community

How Delaware’s Hispanic Commission works to improve economic outcomes for Latinos

A key priority for Delaware’s Hispanic Commission is ensuring immigrants can use their degrees from their native countries.

2 years ago

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Andrew Holness speaking at a podium at the graduation
Education

Jamaican Prime Minister addresses Delaware State graduates, recognizing the school’s hundreds of Jamaican students

The visit from Prime Minister Andrew Holness was the first time a sitting head of government delivered a commencement address at DSU.

2 years ago

A solar field in Franklin County
Politics & Policy

Suburban Philadelphia counties join forces to purchase renewable energy

The Sustainable Energy Partnership of Southeastern Pennsylvania will set renewable energy guidelines in the coming months.

2 years ago

The Stormwater Authority
Politics & Policy

‘A lot of red flags’: Chester receiver demands city stormwater authority’s financial records

The city’s stormwater authority borrowed from the executive director and his church to make payroll, and won’t hand over financials to Chester’s state-appointed receiver.

2 years ago

Brandon Marsh
Community

This one time, with a band question, Phillies fan sparks a ‘Sexy’ slogan

Phillies left fielder Brandon Marsh was mic'd up during a game, and when asked what his hypothetical band name would be, his response launched a new slogan.

2 years ago

Mahmoud Abbas speaking at the UN
Politics & Policy

UN assembly approves resolution granting Palestine new rights and reviving its UN membership bid

The 193-member world body approved the Arab and Palestinian sponsored resolution by a vote of 143-9 with 25 abstentions.

2 years ago

Timothy Boyce
Politics & Policy

Delaware County fires emergency services director amid ageism, sexual harassment allegations

The decision was made following allegations of ageism, gender discrimination and sexual harassment from two female employees.

2 years ago

Police disband the pro-Palestine encampment and make numerous arrests, Friday May 10, 2024, on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania.
Community

Photos: Philly police dismantle Gaza Solidarity Encampment at Penn, arrest dozens

Here's a look at how the scene at the University of Pennsylvania unfolded, in photos.

2 years ago

Three people from the UDTJ nonprofit
Community

Inaugural Delco Gives Day raises $1.6 million for Delaware County nonprofits

Gritty and the Phillie Fanatic showed up to celebrate the end of the Foundation for Delaware County’s first annual day of giving.

2 years ago

Police disband the pro-Palestine encampment and make numerous arrests, Friday May 10, 2024, on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania.
Courts & Law

After a 2-week encampment, Philly police arrest 33 protesters on Penn’s campus

Penn had previously placed six students on a mandatory leave of absence for their role in the encampment.

2 years ago

a painting of Sydney Hall and two girls
Arts & Entertainment

Delaware’s Winterthur Museum acquires ‘document of Black history’ featuring a free Black woman as a central figure

A well-preserved painting from 1857 by Thomas Waterman Wood shows another side of Black life and is now on display at the Winterthur Museum.

2 years ago

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Earl Wilson
PlanPhilly
Community

After decades of pressure, Eastwick celebrates major milestone in Clearview Landfill cleanup

The EPA says the landfill cap will protect nearby residents from toxins. The cleanup was sped up with funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

2 years ago

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Hannah Spittle (left) and Odalis Delgado pose for a portrait
Health

Philly is working to attract more bilingual peer specialists to the behavioral health field

Mental Health Partnerships, in collaboration with the city of Philadelphia, is offering free peer specialist certification courses entirely in Spanish.

2 years ago

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