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From left, state Rep. Jordan Harris, state Sen. Sharif Street, and Pa. House Speaker Joanna McClinton speak
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania will legalize adult-use marijuana if Democrats flip 3 state Senate seats in November, legislators say

Expungement of past convictions and first dibs for minority dispensary owners top legislators’ cannabis agenda.

1 month ago

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Money

Atlantic City’s Sheraton is essential to conventions. So why can’t it make money?

The developer behind a proposed $100 million overhaul says partial residential conversion is the only way to keep it viable without a state subsidy.

1 month ago

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Community

How The Wardrobe has adapted to outfit more fresh starts for more Philadelphians

The Northern Liberties nonprofit has spent 31 years evolving from a source of professional clothing for women to a broader resource for people in need.

1 month ago

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Money

Burlington’s headquarters move to Philadelphia puts spotlight on New Jersey’s difficult business climate, experts say

Gov. Mikie Sherrill has defended her growth strategy, but advocates say the state must do more to boost competitiveness.

1 month ago

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Philadelphia City Councilmember Anthony Phillips speaks during a rally
Science

Philadelphia City Council members and local advocates rally to keep Academy of Natural Sciences museum open

City Council members are planning public hearings to find out how the museum got to the point of closing, as well as explore solutions.

1 month ago

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Arts & Entertainment

President of the Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation resigns

Monique Moore Pryor was three years into the job and had clashed with staff.

1 month ago

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the Chocolate Factory Community Hub
PlanPhilly
Community

This former Bridesburg chocolate factory made Raisinets and Goobers. Now it’s serving Northeast Philly families

After sitting vacant for decades, the building has undergone a $14 million makeover, creating a space for nonprofits to provide social services, health care and education.

1 month ago

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ChristianaCare
Health

Southern Delaware hospitals oppose ChristianaCare’s proposed campuses, arguing they don’t meet state requirements

If approved, the two “neighborhood hospitals” proposed for Camden and Georgetown would open in 2028. Other hospital systems question if they actually comply with state law.

1 month ago

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Apartment buildings in Center City.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Report: Center City apartment construction boom aids Philadelphia’s long-term housing goals

More than 40% of recent new housing is in the Center City area, but more incentives are needed to keep the boom going, a business group says.

2 months ago

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A view of Clementon Amusement Park from up above
Money

South Jersey’s Clementon Park and Splash World shuts down and is listed for sale again

After buying the historic park out of foreclosure in 2021, the owner struggled to maintain the park, visitors say.

2 months ago

Jefferson Health registered nurses hold signs reading HEY, JEFFERSON RESPECT THE COMMUNITY and HEY, JEFFERSON RESPECT YOUR NURSES
Health

More than 200 registered nurses at Jefferson Health in Greater Philadelphia announce plans to unionize

Nurses at Jefferson Bucks Hospital, Einstein Center One and Jefferson Health Willowcrest plan to join PASNAP.

2 months ago

A rendering shows the design of the proposed new 76ers and Flyers arena in the South Philadelphia sports complex
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

10 things to know about the new Sixers and Flyers arena

The yet-to-be-named new building is scheduled to replace the Xfinity Mobile Arena in 2030. It will be home to the two teams, plus Philly’s future WNBA team.

2 months ago

A rendering shows the design of the proposed new 76ers and Flyers arena in the South Philadelphia sports complex
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

76ers and Comcast unveil design for South Philly arena that will open in 2030

Inspired by the former Spectrum arena, the project is expected to create nearly 15,000 jobs over a decade.

2 months ago

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Community

Campbell’s announces 13% salaried workforce reduction as part of campaign to improve bottom line

The soup and snack maker is hoping to cut costs by a half-billion dollars by 2030.

2 months ago

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Money

As Labor Day approaches, unemployment remains low in Pennsylvania, but the job market shows signs of weakening

Unemployment rates have climbed for Black and Hispanic workers, and unemployed workers now outnumber open positions.

2 months ago

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