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What a possible District Council 33 strike might mean for Philly trash collection and other city services

Members of the AFSCME DC 33 union authorized a strike last week, and their deal ends June 30. Here’s what’s at stake and which key services are at risk.

3 weeks ago

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New Jersey

Volunteers use the universal language of music to soothe stressed shelter animals

The nonprofit Wild Tunes has enlisted about 100 volunteer musicians and singers of all ages and abilities to perform at nine shelters in New Jersey, Houston and Denver.

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Philadelphia
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New Spanish and Chinese ‘How Philly Works’ guides aim to break language barriers for voters

The Committee of Seventy launched Spanish and Chinese editions of its civic education guides to help non-English speakers better understand Philadelphia’s government.

4 weeks ago

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Billy Penn

Philly’s 4th FIFA Club World Cup game brought a Juventus win and a preview of next year’s celebrations

The soccer crowds have brought passion, noise and one or two flares as the city gets a taste of what’s to come next year.

4 weeks ago

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New Jersey
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A City of Burlington intersection shows 2 different names on the same street, and some residents are irked

The standard intersection at the edge of the Pearl Pointe Luxury Apartment complex has two different designations for the street that runs through it.

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WHYY News wins 21 Professional Keystone Media Awards for 2024 work

“This robust slate of Keystone awards affirms the reason why WHYY is considered one of the most trusted sources of news,” Bill Marrazzo, president and CEO, said.

4 weeks ago

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Government Accountability
Homelessness
Housing
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

The Urban Affairs Coalition is in a legal battle with a subcontractor who alleges financial mismanagement

The prominent Philly nonprofit turned a blind eye to pilfered funds, a tech worker contends. The nonprofit has sued her for defamation.

4 weeks ago

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Community Events
Philadelphia
Race & Ethnicity

In heat and harmony: Juneteenth Marketplace & Art in the Park event attracts hundreds to Malcolm X Park

Juneteenth's 160th anniversary celebrations at Malcolm X Park on Sunday brought together vendors and community members to celebrate culture and creativity.

4 weeks ago

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Philadelphia
Protests

Philadelphians rally for ‘No War on Iran’

The action comes as President Donald Trump said he is weighing U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.

4 weeks ago

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Employment
Pennsylvania

Meet the 99-year-old who has helped 12,000 adults get back to work in Kensington and beyond

Over the past 45 years, Baker Industries has helped tens of thousands of adults transition back into the workforce in both Malvern and Philadelphia.

4 weeks ago

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History
Pennsylvania
Race & Ethnicity

Chester County’s Voices Underground is creating a national memorial to the Underground Railroad

Three sites will tell different facets of the history of the Underground Railroad in Chester County.

4 weeks ago

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Community Events
History
Philadelphia
Race & Ethnicity

African American Museum in Philadelphia celebrates Juneteenth with block party

The Museum brought Philadelphians together in celebration of the holiday’s 160th anniversary.

4 weeks ago

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Community Events
History
Philadelphia
Race & Ethnicity

Philly’s National Constitution Center celebrates Juneteenth with programs celebrating freedom fighters

The museum’s special programming targeted visitors who may not have known about America’s second independence day and the people behind it.

4 weeks ago

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Food & Drink
Philadelphia
Race & Ethnicity
Billy Penn

Philly’s African Restaurant Week returns with delicious deals and a range of bold flavors

Starting today, Black and African-owned restaurants are hosting events and offering discounts, all leading up to a special celebration at LOVE Park.

4 weeks ago

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NPR
Food & Drink
History
Race & Ethnicity

How Juneteenth and Black America helped shape U.S. cuisine

NPR's Ben Abrams utilized his culinary background for a deep dive on the connection between food and Juneteenth.

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