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Philly Trans March returns to demand justice, equity, and liberation
Violence against trans women of color and housing insecurity are just a few of the issues that organizers hoped to highlight at this year’s march.
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The Philadelphia ties of the Soviet refusenik once called a ‘modern-day Moses’
When Masha and Vladimir Slepak were released after 17 years, they had Philly friends to thank.
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Threats and violence suspend high school football games Friday night
Fight breaks out at a game between Pennsauken and Camden High Schools, threats suspend games in Chester and Northampton Counties.
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‘Well, What Were You Wearing’ exhibit illustrates stories of sexual assault survivors
The exhibit at Jefferson works to counter the misconception that a person's wardrobe choices imply consent.
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Norristown Hospitality Center revives Sole Harvest 5K to combat homelessness
The day shelter hopes proceeds from the event can combat homelessness, which is increasingly an issue in the Montgomery County seat.
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New public art installation hopes to bridge Wilmington neighborhoods divided by I-95
A ‘kaleidoscope of trees’ painted along the 8th Street bridge over I-95 is the latest art installation designed to reconnect communities divided by the highway.
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Sixers get used to life at home without disgruntled Simmons
Ben Simmons was out of sight, out of mind and out of the team pregame hype video for the Philadelphia 76ers.
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Road closures and new race details for 2021 Broad Street Run released
Postponed by the pandemic, the 10-miler will start off at 8 a.m. from Broad Street and West Fisher Avenue and finish at Pattison Avenue.
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Philly’s new Pride Collective is fundraising for big things, but won’t pull off OutFest
Instead of hosting a fall festival, the group is focusing on the annual June parade, which could cost $1.5 million.
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Philly honors Black leader of domestic workers union with new holiday
The holiday is the latest in a string of moves by City Council to boost profiles and protections for Philly’s 16,000 domestic workers.
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Indigenous Peoples Day flag ceremony held, but flag is not available to raise
A shipping delay resulted in the Indigenous Peoples Day flag-raising ceremony in Philadelphia without the flag.
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Former Sixer among 18 ex-NBA players charged in $4M health care fraud scheme
Authorities say 18 former NBA players have been arrested on charges alleging they pocketed $2.5 million illegally by defrauding the league's health and welfare benefit plan.
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Montgomery County wants you to say ‘BOO’ to the flu at the zoo
Anyone 3 years old and up who gets vaccinated against the flu will receive free admission to the zoo in Norristown.
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The tribute will be unveiled at Philadelphia City Hall.
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What to expect at LMNO, Stephen Starr’s new restaurant under the El
The Fishtown spot has lots of open air seating, plus a bookstore and art gallery.
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