Business
Map: Which Philly ZIP codes got the most city COVID-19 business relief so far
The city’s small business relief funds have touched virtually every neighborhood in the city –– but certain areas saw more benefits than others.
6 years ago
Lyft lays off nearly 1,000 employees as virus saps demand for rides
Lyft is laying off 982 employees — 17% of its workforce — as it tries to reduce costs amid plummeting demand for rides.
6 years ago
Comcast extends free WiFi offerings, eliminating disconnects and late fees through June 30
Comcast is pledging to not disconnect a customer’s Xfinity internet or impose late fees if the individual contacts the company saying they cannot afford payments this month.
6 years ago
Coronavirus update: N.J. to reopen parks, freelancers get unemployment
The reopenings take effect Saturday. Freelancers and gig workers to start receiving unemployment payments.
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Essential, overlooked and ‘tough’: Philly’s bodegas are fighting for survival
Ubiquitous and necessary, the corner store or bodega is a staple of modern urban life. Now these small businesses face unprecedented headwinds.
6 years ago
Need money to keep your small business afloat? Here’s a how-to guide.
How can you, a small business owner, stay afloat during the coronavirus crisis? Here’s some advice from financial experts and some fellow business owners.
6 years ago
Coronavirus unemployment benefits are high, putting workers and employers at odds
Nationally, roughly half of American workers stand to earn more in unemployment benefits than they did at their jobs before the coronavirus pandemic.
6 years ago
Listen 1:44Black barbershop owners are divided over coronavirus social distancing
"These barbers, they're risking their lives, but they're doing fine," said one barbershop owner. "You going to die from infection or you going to die from starvation?"
6 years ago
Many questions, few answers at first Delaware coronavirus business forum
More than 300 people attended an online forum hosted by the Delaware Division of Small Business to get feedback on the state’s plans to reopen.
6 years ago
Zoos, pet groomers and garden centers: Pa. House Republicans push for more businesses to reopen
“It’s another Monday, and it’s another end-the-shutdown bill,” said state Rep. Kevin Boyle.
6 years ago
If the Pennsylvania legislature issues a subpoena to Wolf for the records, the process could lead to a court fight, which could take months to resolve.
6 years ago
County recommends new leadership for Wilmington Airport
A New Castle County task force looking at how to improve business at the Wilmington Airport recommends not renewing DRBA’s lease to run the facility.
6 years ago
Here is Gov. Murphy’s plan for reopening N.J.
Murphy's six-point recovery plan included steps officials would have to take to slow the spread of COVID-19, minimize new outbreaks of the disease and reboot the economy.
6 years ago
What would it take to bring more pharmaceutical manufacturing back to the U.S.?
The coronavirus pandemic has renewed concerns about the dependence of the United States on other countries for supplies of prescription drugs and ingredients.
6 years ago
The office as we knew it isn’t coming back anytime soon. Maybe it’s changed forever.
Offices around the world are shut during the pandemic, making work from home the new normal for millions of white-collar employees.
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