Business
Apply now: Pa. resumes unemployment for freelancers, self-employed and gig workers
Businesses who qualify may use the funds as needed to keep open after a brutal year of pandemic-related closures and losses.
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Biden candles, beer, and ‘hardcore’ T-shirts are part of inaugural spirit in Delaware
There’s also an Amtrak-themed Biden beer. Wilmington shoppers have lots to choose from to get their presidential fix.
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Listen 2:20‘Just a trailblazer’: Philly mourns the loss of KeVen Parker, Ms. Tootsie’s owner and entrepreneur
Parker leaves memories of delicious soul food and a generous spirit that lifted others, including many young people he mentored and aspiring entrepreneurs.
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Take a look at South Philly’s massive new casino, opening in the middle of the pandemic
Live! Casino and Hotel Philadelphia will open its doors to the general public next month in South Philadelphia. It will become the second major casino within city limits.
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Gov. Wolf pushing GOP to move money to help Pa. small businesses
Gov. Tom Wolf is trying to convince GOP leaders to support his scheme to reallocate state funds for business assistance. So far, they’re unmoved.
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‘Collingswood Prime’: N.J. borough offers free shipping to support small businesses
Collingswood residents can now utilize a fee-free shipping service to certain shops and restaurants.
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A record year for N.J. sports betting; casinos, not so much
Over $6 billion worth of bets were placed last year in New Jersey, which won a Supreme Court case in 2018 that cleared the way for the expansion of legalized sports betting.
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US continues to lag in COVID-19 workplace safety, former OSHA official says
Ten months into the pandemic, the Trump administration is neglecting safety at meatpacking plants and other workplaces, a former top federal official says.
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‘Level up’: Equity investors boost Pa.’s entrepreneurs of color during pandemic
“There is a disconnect between the world of capital … and Black-owned companies,” said Social Venture Circle Philadelphia Network Manager John Moore.
5 years ago
Tech giants join corporate reckoning over political spending
Facebook, Microsoft and Google have joined a growing list of big banks and other major companies that are pausing their political spending following last week's violent attack
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Philly has a ton of worker protection laws. But do workers actually know they exist?
It’s not easy to spread the word about employee rights, so the city is looking to community partners.
5 years ago
PGA cancels plans to hold 2022 championship at Trump’s New Jersey golf course
PGA of America said the decision to cancel plans to hold the 2022 PGA Championship at Trump Bedminster in New Jersey stems from a desire to protect the organization's brand.
5 years ago
Amazon said it was removing Parler from its web hosting service, while Apple said it suspended the social media app from its store.
5 years ago
Center City District ad campaign aims to help restaurants survive
With images evoking battles of the past, the promotion encourages people to order takeout meals directly from the restaurants.
5 years ago
‘Johnny Doc’ accused in lawsuit of intimidating, threatening would-be union candidates
The civil lawsuit was filed in federal court Friday. It seeks to overturn the results of an electrical workers union’s election last summer.
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