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Fairhill

Fairhill: Why the 2020 Census is Crucial for Philadelphians

March 12, 2020Siani Colon and Pavlina Cerna

Philadelphia representatives discuss the importance of the upcoming census and the impact the count will have on the city.

Center City

City Hall: Mayor, City Officials Announce First COVID-19 Case In Philadelphia

March 11, 2020Marissa Howe

An adult resident of Philadelphia is being quarantined and treated at home.

Brewerytown

Brewerytown: Commuters React to Trolley Changes, Transportation in the Neighborhood

March 9, 2020Emma Goldhaber and Claudia Estrada

Trolleys have been removed from Brewerytown’s Route 15 line due to road construction, and residents express concern for the future of Philadelphia transportation as a whole.

Center City

City Hall: City Council Highlights for the Week of Feb. 24-28, 2020

March 2, 2020Lawrence McGlynn

The Committee on Fiscal Stability and Intergovernmental Cooperation heard testimony on Feb. 25, 2020 suggesting that, while the city has made strides, it is not fully prepared for an economic recession.  The hearing was called

Several hundred people sit in the pews in a church. Two people are seated at a table in the front of the church, and one of them is speaking into a microphone.
Government

Mill Creek: City Council Public Safety Committee Hears Testimony On Gun Violence

February 25, 2020Marissa Howe

Community organizers testified about gun violence prevention programs

Business

University City: The Fresh Grocer Closing After Nearly Two Decades

February 21, 2020Christopher Malo

The Fresh Grocer on the corner of Walnut and 40th Street announced it is ending its tenancy in March after nearly 20 years in business. The University of Penn, who owns the location, announced that

Community Meetings

Powelton Village: 16th Police District Hosts Town Hall Meeting on Crime and Safety

February 20, 2020Keami Sullivan

The 16th District  of the Philadelphia Police Department hosted a town hall meeting at the Dornsife Center on Drexel’s campus on Feb. 18 to address concerns of residents in the area. Hosted by Capt. Christine

Center City

City Hall: City Council Highlights for Feb. 13, 2020

February 19, 2020Lawrence McGlynn

Philadelphia City Council proposed a resolution pertaining to the future use of the oil refinery site, addressed the possible closure of another area hospital, and held hearings regarding gun violence during the week of Feb.

Center City

City Hall: City Council Highlights for Feb. 3, 2020

February 13, 2020Lawrence McGlynn

Philadelphia City Council saw three potential charter changes receive hearings, as well as new proposals regarding missing children and evictions during the week of Feb. 3, 2020. Old Business The Philadelphia City Council Committee on Law and

Community Meetings

South Philadelphia: GRASP Introduces Residents to Political Candidates

February 10, 2020Nicolette White and Tiara Williams

Community organization brings political candidates and local voters together to speak on topics residents feel need more attention

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