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A vender wearing a face masks to protect against the spread of new coronavirus, works at a produce stand on South 9th Street in Italian Market neighborhood of Philadelphia, Thursday, April 9, 2020. (Matt Rourke/AP Photo)
PlanPhilly
Money

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

With many U.S. cities on lockdown, demand for rides has dried up, exacerbating the financial woes of ride-hailing apps like Lyft. (Bing Guan/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
NPR
Money

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

Money

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

Stevens Park in Hoboken, N.J.
Health

Coronavirus update: N.J. to reopen parks, freelancers get unemployment

The reopenings take effect Saturday. Freelancers and gig workers to start receiving unemployment payments.

6 years ago

Rodriguez Grocery at 9th and Cumberland Streets in Philadelphia. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Community

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

Customer picks up takeout from The Better Box.
Community
Broke in Philly

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

Donna Partin owns four franchises in south-central Pennsylvania of Merry Maids cleaning service. (Kate Landis/PA Post)
Keystone Crossroads
Money

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

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Dennis
Community
The Philadelphia Tribune

Black 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

The Rehoboth Beach boardwalk closed to the public after Del. Gov. John Carney ordered all state beaches closed in an effort to slow the spread of the coronavirus. (Butch Comegys for WHYY)
Politics & Policy

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

The House State Government Committee meets on April 27, 2020.
Politics & Policy
PA Post

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

Lawmakers convene in person and over Zoom
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Pa. senators threaten subpoena if Wolf administration refuses to turn over list of coronavirus business waivers

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

A sign advertises the Wilmington Airport.
Community

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

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy
Health

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

Only 28% of the factories that make active ingredients for pharmaceuticals for the domestic market are located in the U.S., according to the Food and Drug Administration. (Ariana Lindquist/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
NPR
Health

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

An empty office
NPR
Community

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.

6 years ago

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