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COVID-19

University City: Protestors Gather to Demand Global COVID-19 Vaccine Access

June 14, 2021 Philadelphia Neighborhoods

Story by Rjaa Ahmed “COVID don’t respect no borders,” Anh Nguyen, a local organizer, shouted at a crowd of roughly 50 protesters and spectators who gathered outside Amtrak’s 30th Street Station.  “Why should we?” the

COVID-19

Northeast: Nonprofit Expands Services as Pandemic Continues

April 15, 2021 Philadelphia Neighborhoods

Helping Hands has moved to a bigger location and is now open three days a week, offering not only boxes of food but free COVID-19 testing, job finding assistance and additional resources. Ella Karlitsky and

Environment

North Philadelphia: Mayor Kenney Announces Commission to Combat Environmental Injustice

April 13, 2021 Philadelphia Neighborhoods

Mayor Jim Kenney and his administration have set forth a plan to tackle environmental issues impacting residents in Philadelphia’s underserved communities. The recent announcement of the city’s first Environmental Justice Advisory Commission gives hopes to

Casino

Atlantic City: Onlookers Gather for Implosion of Former President Donald Trump’s Failed Hotel

April 8, 2021 Philadelphia Neighborhoods

Suburban moms, young tailgaters, and curious photographers alike stood alongside rows of cars, craning to get the perfect view of the abandoned Trump Plaza. The former president’s presence loomed nearly as large as his namesake

COVID-19

Delaware County: Education groups call on Gov. Wolf to vaccinate school staff

April 6, 2021 Philadelphia Neighborhoods

Teachers and education advocates are increasing calls for Gov. Tom Wolf to prioritize vaccinating school staff throughout the state. A coalition of nine statewide education groups wrote a letter on Feb. 11 addressed to Wolf, Secretary of

Chinatown

Chinatown: Lunar New Year Celebrations Continue Amid Pandemic

April 1, 2021 Philadelphia Neighborhoods

There might be less people in the streets this year in Philadelphia’s Chinatown, but the community still found ways to celebrate the Lunar New Year in February amid the pandemic and the anti-Asian discrimination that

COVID-19

Montgomery County: Inmates Dispute Jail’s Account of Pandemic Safety Measures

March 30, 2021 Philadelphia Neighborhoods

Inmates incarcerated during the pandemic say the Montgomery County Correctional Facility may not deserve the healthcare compliance award it received in December.

Education

Delaware County: District Leaders Chime in on Gov. Wolf’s Proposed Education Funding Increases

March 25, 2021 Philadelphia Neighborhoods

In his budget address last Wednesday, Gov. Wolf called for all existing education funding to be put through the fair funding formula, which takes into account factors such as student needs and enrollment. His $1.3 billion proposal includes increases in funding for special education and pre-k programs.

Business

Fishtown: Development Project Threatens Strip Mall

March 23, 2021 Philadelphia Neighborhoods

Editor’s note: This story was updated 4/7/2021 to include additional information provided by the FNA. A small Fishtown shopping center would become a 53-unit apartment building if it receives zoning approval, a prospect some residents

Business

West Chester: LA Fitness Reopens Basketball Court

March 18, 2021 Philadelphia Neighborhoods

Members of the LA Fitness in West Chester have gained more access to gym amenities. Recently, the gym opened its basketball court. This was the first time the court has been open since pandemic restrictions

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