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The fire has caused an almost complete shutdown of the Chinatown business area. (Tom MacDonald / WHYY)
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Philadelphia
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Amid a COVID recovery, major fire disrupts Chinatown businesses

The fire has caused an almost complete shutdown of the Chinatown business area because of closed streets and hoses stretched to douse the flames.

3 years ago

Una bartender se inclina en el bar, mostrando el signo de la paz.
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Billy Penn

La falta de espacios para Latine queer en Filadelfia crea frustración en la comunidad

Muchos sienten que sus necesidades no son satisfechas y que sus voces no son escuchadas.

3 years ago

A bartender flashes the peace sign as she leans against the bar.
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Philly’s lack of queer Latine spaces leaves the community frustrated

Sammy’s Place on North 5th Street bucks the trend — and has been attracting a younger crowd.

3 years ago

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2-alarm Chinatown fire under control, resident evacuated

Action News reports that there was a partial collapse at the building.

3 years ago

Members of Local 54, a union of Atlantic City casino workers, stand together, with one person raising their fist in celebration.
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Employment
New Jersey

Atlantic City casino workers push for a contract with strike wild card in hand

Negotiations will continue this week between Atlantic City casinos and the union, whose workers have authorized a strike on Fourth of July weekend.

3 years ago

a 2022 wildfire in Wharton State Forest
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New Jersey
Outdoors
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Wildfire in Wharton State Forest reaches 11,000 acres in size; 50% contained

Forest Fire Service crews will continue conducting backfiring operations throughout the day to aid in containment, officials say.

3 years ago

Firefighters survey the scene of a building collapse at N. 3rd St and W. Indiana Ave. in the city's Fairhill section where a 27-year veteran firefighter died. (Jonathan Wilson for Billy Penn)
Housing
Infrastructure
Philadelphia
Public Safety

Investigation continues after firefighter death in Fairhill fire and building collapse

A fire and subsequent building collapse Saturday left one firefighter dead and five other responders injured. Federal ATF agents are assisting.

3 years ago

A view of the Philadelphia skyline from the Market-Frankford elevated line in West Philadelphia. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
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Philadelphia

Philly announces 30 winners of Community Champions Awards grants

Twenty of the recipient organizations are set to receive a total of $325,000. Ten community members are going to each receive $2,500 in financial help.

3 years ago

A person dances in the center of a group of people who also are dancing.
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Philadelphia

Philadelphia celebrates Juneteenth with block party, parade, film festival, and more

The African American Museum in Philadelphia near Independence Hall hosted a Juneteenth block party where hundreds of people jammed to hip hop and dance classics.

3 years ago

A view from above shows a group of people at a restaurant.
History
International
Race & Ethnicity

Black Americans living abroad reflect on Juneteenth

Black Americans living overseas have embraced the holiday as a day of reflection and an opportunity to educate people in their host countries on Black history.

3 years ago

Emancipation Day celebration, June 19, 1900, in Austin, Texas.
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National
Religion

Juneteenth is a jubilant celebration — and a sacred lament

Members of the clergy reflect on the role of the church and the holiday marking the notification of the end of slavery.

3 years ago

The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission in Trenton. (Google Maps)
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New Jersey
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More Real ID appointments available in N.J., Social Security Card not required

The Motor Vehicle Comm. says you don’t need to bring proof of your Social Security number as they open 10,000 more appointments for Real ID upgrades.

3 years ago

Ashley Lackey is hoping for more green space and designated areas for physical wellness. (Emily Rizzo/WHYY)
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Philadelphia
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With an interactive display, Philly begins collecting community input for the Ben Franklin Parkway

Community members share hopes for the Benjamin Franklin Parkway through an interactive display.

3 years ago

Philadelphia Firefighter Lieutenant Sean Williamson. (Courtesy of the City of Philadelphia)
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Public Safety

Officials identify Philadelphia firefighter killed after building collapse in Fairhill

Officials say Lieutenant Sean Williamson, 51, was a 27-year veteran of the Philadelphia Fire Department.

3 years ago

Swoop, Mayor Kenney, Councilmember Johnson, other officials, and community members help with the groundbreaking at Vare Recreation Center
Swoop, Mayor Kenney, Councilmember Johnson, other officials, and community members help with the groundbreaking at Vare Recreation Center. (Jordan Levy/Billy Penn)
Government
Kids
Philadelphia
Public Spaces

Work begins on one of Rebuild Philly’s biggest project yet: $20 million rebuild at Vare Rec Center

The facility will have a new athletic field, a new recreation center, sprayground, and other amenities, including both indoor and outdoor classrooms.

3 years ago

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