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Center City sees road closures, parking restrictions Monday due to film shoot

Officials in Philadelphia have announced several road closures and parking restrictions in Center City through Monday due to a movie shoot.

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Cómo celebrar el Mes de la Herencia Hispana en Filadelfia (en inglés y español)

La conmemoración se extiende del 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre.

4 years ago

Dancers perform during Feria del Barrio
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How to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Philly (in English y español)

The commemoration runs Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.

4 years ago

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Philadelphia school district is hosting its first-ever youth pride event this week

Publicity wasn't great, students say, but they appreciate the effort.

4 years ago

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La Feria del Barrio returns to North Philly, connecting residents to resources

La Feria del Barrio’s return acted as a cultural exchange among the city’s growing Latino community. Nonprofits were also in full force connecting underserved residents to ser

4 years ago

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Sports
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Eagles fans allowed to tailgate for first time in two seasons

Fans throughout the lots have high hopes for the team this season after a dominant week one performance.

4 years ago

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Crime
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Search resumes for man whose girlfriend disappeared on trip

Dozens of law enforcement officers have started a second day of searching in a vast wildlife area near Florida’s Gulf Coast for a 23-year-old man, a person of interest.

4 years ago

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Business
Food & Drink
Pennsylvania
Billy Penn

Her mission is to turn Pennsylvania into a rye whiskey powerhouse — and it’s working, with more than 20 distilleries on board

The craft spirits boom is strengthened by history and tradition. Can heritage grains make it last?

4 years ago

Philly AIDS Walk
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Philadelphia
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Kick-off event will boost AIDS awareness for annual 5K walk in Philly

On Sept. 24, members of the Philadelphia community affected by HIV will share their experiences. The 35th annual AIDS Walk Philly is set for Oct. 17.

4 years ago

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One stop in Norristown brings a chance to connect to food, job contacts, and other aid

A Saturday event in Norristown attracted some people still dealing with Ida’s impact on the area. Another event is set for Sept. 25 in Pottstown.

4 years ago

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New children’s book shows girls that women can build houses too

“The House That She Built” is based on a real house in Utah constructed entirely by women.

4 years ago

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Guided hikes and movie nights: A fall 2021 guide to exploring Philly’s parks

As the delta variant drives a surge in new COVID-19 cases, the outdoor recreation boom may continue. Here’s a guide to exploring Philly’s parks this fall.

4 years ago

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Business
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia

Philly wins another new corporate HQ as Harsco follows Rite Aid to Philly

The industrial services firm said the move will bring 100 jobs to the city. Long based near Harrisburg, Harsco expects to be in Philly by 2023.

4 years ago

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WHYY’s N.I.C.E. partnership amplifies underrepresented community voices

The effort is a collaboration with producers, publishers, journalists, artists, and laypeople who help connect our audiences to diverse communities.

4 years ago

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Harrisburg Hispanic heritage festival back in-person with music, food and vaccines

The Latino Hispanic American Community Center is celebrating its 11th annual Hispanic heritage festival Saturday in Harrisburg.

4 years ago

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