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Thursday’s conversation followed several days of unrest, after the decision by Judge Wendy L. Pew to drop charges against Mark Dial.
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Empowering voices: Philadelphia artist bridging communities and culture through art in Wilmington
Cesar Viveros is transforming Wilmington through murals and workshops that celebrate Latino culture and foster unity and appreciation.
3 days ago
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Vexillologists are descending on Philadelphia for an annual meeting about all things flag
From the lore of Betsy Ross to the very real Markoe Standard, the city is known for its “wealth of vexillological riches.”
5 days ago
Sept. 28 - Oct. 1: Philadelphia Orchestra opener in Philly, Made in New Jersey Festival, and Chillin with Charlie in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.
5 days ago
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Philly Unity Cup introduces first-ever women’s tournament
Eight women’s teams celebrating the city’s international communities took part in the inaugural competition. Four will face off in the semifinals Sept. 30.
5 days ago
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‘A Hope that Lights the Way’: New documentary on Black men and boys in Philadelphia hosts screenings
Produced in part by Philadelphia's Office of Black Male Engagement, the two-hour documentary introduces representatives from community groups working throughout the city.
1 week ago
Sept. 21 - 24: Philly Fashion Week in Philly, XPoNential Music Fest in N.J., and Bill Bellamy in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.
2 weeks ago
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Coatesville vintage racers shifted into high gear during annual grand prix
The annual event is meant to promote tourism and downtown revitalization in Coatesville.
2 weeks ago
Why Mexican Independence Day revelers in Philadelphia shout ‘Viva Mexico’ in historical battle cry
Communities across the Delaware Valley this week hosted historical re-enactments of El Grito de Dolores.
2 weeks ago
Sep. 14 - Sept. 17: Coatesville Grand Prix near Philly, Boyz II Men in N.J., and Ann Lowe exhibit at the Winterthur in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.
3 weeks ago
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A 12-foot Syrian refugee puppet is asking you to play with her in Philly
Little Amal, a 12-foot puppet of a Syrian refugee, is a global theater project to evoke empathy for people displaced by war.
3 weeks ago
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Salman Rushdie addresses rising authoritarianism during First Amendment Summit in Philadelphia
“One of the preconditions for the rise of an authoritarian strongman is that people cease to believe in the truth,” Rushdie said.
3 weeks ago
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Delaware’s first-ever Latinos Unidos Summit aims to empower Latino students and others
Nearly 200 Latino students will take part in the summit that’s designed to build community among young people throughout Delaware.
3 weeks ago
WHYY is hosting a ‘pop-up’ newsroom in Media, Pa.
The “pop-up” newsrooms are a continued effort to deepen our relationship with the communities we serve.
3 weeks ago
The U.S. marks 22 years since 9/11 with tributes and tears, from ground zero to Alaska
People gathered Monday at memorials, firehouses, city halls, campuses and elsewhere to observe the 22nd anniversary of the deadliest terror attack on U.S. soil.
3 weeks ago