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Philly tourism trailblazer gets Gayborhood street named after him
Jeff Guaracino is known as one of the forces behind the Philly tourism campaign “Get Your History Straight and Your Nightlife Gay.”
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Pennsylvania prisoners are giving their own money to families impacted by gun violence
The “Community Bereavement Fund”, launched by incarcerated and formerly incarcerated men, went live today to offer assistance to families who’ve lost a child to gun violence.
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PES refinery explosion investigation says EPA should scrutinize deadly chemical hydroflouric acid
The Chemical Safety Board’s investigation points to a corroded pipe as the source of the explosion. It also says several safety provisions failed to kick in immediately or wer
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‘We cannot lose on this’: Roxborough High School receives security funding
Just under two weeks after a targeted shooting at Roxborough High School’s football scrimmage, lawmakers present a $500,000 grant to update the school’s security.
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Carbon monoxide leak at day care center injures 25 children
Emergency responders went to the center in Allentown, Pa., on reports of an unconscious child.
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City of Philadelphia changes gun violence grant process following payment delays
The City of Philadelphia says it’s simplifying its grant payment process for gun violence prevention nonprofits. Payments for the last round were several months delayed.
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Pro-Russian hackers claim responsibility for knocking U.S. airport websites offline
A pro-Russian hacker group is taking credit for temporarily taking down several U.S. airport websites on Monday, though there appeared to be no impact on flight operations.
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No more interim: Rob Thomson to remain Phillies manager
After guiding the Philadelphia Phillies to their first playoff berth in more than a decade, manager Rob Thomson had the interim removed from his title Monday.
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Activists hold voter rally to mark the 151st anniversary of Octavius Catto’s assassination
The assassination of the civil rights champion was used as an example of why voting is so important for everyone.
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#PrayForPhillyChallenge: How one beat creates connections
Rapper ARSIN explains the start of the #PrayForPhillyChallenge, and how he’s hoping to connect Philly teens to resources.
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‘Nothing’s left’: Hurricane Ian leaves emotional toll behind
Survivors of Hurricane Ian face a long emotional road to recover from one of the most damaging storms to hit the U.S. mainland.
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Which Indigenous lands are you on? This map will show you
Native Land Digital, a Canadian nonprofit, offers resources for Indigenous and non-Indigenous people to learn more about the land and its history.
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Russia blasts Kyiv, other Ukrainian cities in deadly strikes
The attack Monday smashed civilian targets including downtown Kyiv, where at least six people were killed amid burnt-out cars and shattered buildings.
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A poet, a doctor, a muse: Meet the bookstore cats of Philadelphia
At least four Philly bookstores have a live-in cat right now, and even more shops have had cats who’ve since switched gears and now enjoy housecat life.
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Old City Fest showcases new local businesses in historic neighborhood
More than 50 new businesses have opened in Old City in 2022, according to the district executive director.
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