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Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

The 50th anniversary of ‘Rocky,’ Delco Arts Fest, the Philadelphia Theatre Company’s fall opener and more in this week’s ‘Things to Do’

Oct. 8–11: Wilmington International Film Festival, Teddy Swims in Philly, and an ode to Bruce Springsteen in South Jersey are among the event highlights.

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Politics & Policy

Tariffs, taxes and other takeaways from Josh Shapiro and Stacy Garrity’s governor debate

Garrity accused Shapiro of driving the economy into the ground while Shapiro tried to paint his opponent as allegiant to the president.

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PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly tenants are fighting to limit AI in property management. Here’s why

Landlords are increasingly turning to generative software for repetitive tasks. Housing advocates say tenants aren’t benefiting.

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Politics & Policy

Pa. election 2026: Where Josh Shapiro and Stacy Garrity stand on health care, abortion, trans rights and more

Pennsylvania’s governor will face a challenging health care environment next year as hundreds of thousands lose coverage.

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Mikie Sherrill speaks
Politics & Policy

As more voter-registration problems arise, New Jersey Gov. Sherrill announces new safeguards

As the governor announced new errors — some dating back a decade — reforms to the system will include a daily audit at the Motor Vehicle Commission.

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Chris Coons speaks at the University of Delaware
Science

University of Delaware launches ‘human-centered’ AI institute to help physical therapists treat patients

Artificial intelligence can help clinicians develop personalized treatment options for people with movement-related disabilities.

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Arts & Entertainment

Caribbean film festival brings stories, culture and the return of Bob Marley’s lineage to Wilmington for the weekend

The Caribbean International Film and Fashion Festival returns to Wilmington for the second year and will screen more than 25 films.

2 weeks ago

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Health

Philly eating disorder treatment providers, people in recovery on how they navigate GLP-1 weight loss culture shift

Behavioral health experts say more research is needed to determine the true impact of GLP-1 drugs on eating disorders.

2 weeks ago

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Science

From turning ordinary metal to gold to chemistry: New Philadelphia exhibit explores the fiery origins of science

A new permanent exhibit at Philadelphia’s Science History Institute looks at the contributions of alchemists from the 15th to 19th centuries.

2 weeks ago

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Health

Philadelphia-area psychotherapists struggle to navigate the world of ‘Uberized’ online counseling platforms

Therapists say investor-backed counseling giants monopolize search results and pressure them to take high caseloads at low pay.

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A child draws a picture at a table next to 2 adults
Arts & Entertainment

New Jersey community arts programs fill gaps in kids education and spark creativity

When arts programs are limited in programming and time in the traditional classroom, community arts programs step up to round out exposure.

2 weeks ago

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Community

What should Philly’s streeteries look like? The city wants your input

Two concept designs are on display at LOVE Park for public view and input until Nov. 23.

2 weeks ago

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Community

WPSU names Fred Vigeant as general manager under WHYY ownership

The station that faced closure this year is getting new leadership after a deal with WHYY kept it alive.

2 weeks ago

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Anuj Gupta, president and CEO of The Welcoming Center, speaks at ''Exploring Trends: Immigration's Regional Impact
Community

5 key takeaways about immigrants and the Greater Philadelphia economy, per report

Speakers at an event Tuesday co-hosted by The Welcoming Center and WHYY highlighted data showing immigrants’ integral role in the region’s economic growth.

2 weeks ago

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Seth Shapiro standing inside the offices of PGW.
Community

Philadelphia Gas Works CEO got free trips to Phillies spring training, but didn’t disclose required details on state ethics form

PGW spends millions in ads with the MLB team. The utility’s CEO is in apparent violation of state ethics law for not disclosing the value of the accepted gifts.

2 weeks ago

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