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Philly Welcoming Awards honor those who help immigrants and refugees feel at home
The new awards honor city workers and those in the community who help newcomers make the transition to Philadelphians.
3 years ago
Runnemede, New Jersey celebrates the autumnal equinox with fire
Community members gathered for a fire performance and a sunset labyrinth walk in Mayor David L Vanella Memorial Park.
3 years ago
Dad Vail moves to New Jersey for 2023 due to Schuylkill dredging
To ensure a “successful production” as the Schuylkill gets dredged, the Dad Vail Regatta will be held at Cooper River Park in Pennsauken, N.J. for 2023.
3 years ago
In advance of the Latin American Book Festival, where to find Spanish-language books in Philly
Whether you’re a native speaker or just starting to learn, you can get good reads all over the city.
3 years ago
Lower Merion Township police union passes vote of no confidence in its chief
During Wednesday night's Board of Commissioners meeting, FOP President Joe Braun announced Tuesday's 73 to 0 vote.
3 years ago
Looking for a public restroom? Philadelphians can soon poo in the ‘Portland Loo’
A pilot with “the Swiss army knife” of bathrooms could help relieve the need in Center City.
3 years ago
Puerto Rico struggles to reach areas cut off by Fiona
Hurricane Fiona left hundreds of people stranded across Puerto Rico after smashing roads and bridges, with authorities still struggling to reach people.
3 years ago
North Philly parenting workshop aims to prevent gun violence, one father at a time
This summer, Black fathers had an opportunity to learn parenting skills, connect to jobs and therapy, and meet other dads through a parenting workshop.
3 years ago
How Philly can help with Hurricane Fiona relief efforts
After power was knocked out across Puerto Rico, local orgs jumped into action.
3 years ago
Gopuff marks 10 million order milestone and a new facility in Philadelphia
The company is working on ways to improve distribution and cut the ribbon on a new Philly facility.
3 years ago
Delaware preps for possible migrant flights to Georgetown
State leaders coordinated with nonprofit groups Tuesday, preparing to help potential arrivals as southern governors say they’ll send migrants to Delaware.
3 years ago
Thousands of Eagles fans ‘flock’ to Lincoln Financial Field for home opener
Thousands of diehard Eagles fans make the most of Monday’s primetime slot by tailgating from sunup til sundown.
3 years ago
2 members of Pa Task Force-1 deploy to Puerto Rico after Hurricane Fiona
"There are reports of significant amount of damage. Bridges out. Power outage," said Ken Pagurek.
3 years ago
What’s the difference between ‘rowhouse’ and ‘rowhome’?
Philly’s signature connected housing goes by a few different names, depending on habit — or structural specifics.
3 years ago
Britain and the world to lay Queen Elizabeth II to rest
Monday has been declared a public holiday in honor of Elizabeth, who died Sept. 8 at 96.
3 years ago