Fairhill
Fairhill: Why the 2020 Census is Crucial for Philadelphians
Philadelphia representatives discuss the importance of the upcoming census and the impact the count will have on the city. [continue reading…]
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Center City
City Hall: City Council Advances Domestic Workers Bill, Census Resolution
Two standing committees of Philadelphia City Council advanced important legislation the week of Oct. 21, 2019, including a bill to provide domestic workers with certain employment rights, and a resolution to ensure a more accurate [continue reading…]
Point Breeze
Point Breeze: Bikes See Rise in Commuting Usage, Though Cars Remain Dominant
“The neighborhood is changing where we’re seeing more people use bikes,” said John Dietterle, about what those in the neighborhood have noticed as of late. The uptick in bicycle usage in Philadelphia in the last [continue reading…]
Bridesburg
Bridesburg: Residents Suggest Isolation And Community Create Its Neighborhood’s Safe Streets
From May 26 to June 25, the Bridesburg section of Philadelphia reported zero violent crimes, making it the only neighborhood in the city that can stake such a claim, according to a live-tracking data set compiled [continue reading…]
Economy
Social Issues: Pew’s Larry Eichel Speaks About Population Shifts In The City And Neighborhoods
Larry Eichel has been the head of the Philadelphia Research Initiative at the Pew Charitable Trust for nine years. The nonprofit seeks to inform the conversation and highlight key issues to provide context for changes [continue reading…]