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HomePennsylvania Convention Center

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Arts and Entertainment

World Meeting of Families: The Festivities Begin …

September 24, 2015 Kathryn A Stellato 0

The Pennsylvania Convention Center opened its doors this weekThe Festivities Begin as the World Meeting of Families officially began. Pilgrims from all over the world gathered in the Convention Center to check in, get their [continue reading…]

Health

LGBTQI: Understanding Trans-Health in Philadelphia

March 26, 2014 1

The annual Philadelphia Trans-Health Conference, a program of the Mazzoni Center, has announced that Samantha Jo Dato has been appointed the conference logistics coordinator. “This conference is not just important for Philadelphia,” said Dato (below). [continue reading…]

Arts and Entertainment

South Philadelphia: Residents Question Gamble on Proposed Casino Sites

April 16, 2013 0

Bigler Street, between 13th and 10th Streets, can be considered the last residential block before reaching the entertainment and stadium complex in South Philadelphia. Although separated by the Schuylkill Expressway, this complex is visible to [continue reading…]

Economy

Fishtown: Residents Vote In Favor of $926 Million Wynn Casino Project

April 11, 2013 0

[vimeo 63693541] The Fishtown Neighbors Association granted its support with a 173-55 vote Monday night to billionaire casino developer Steve Wynn’s proposal to build a resort and casino on the Delaware riverfront. Wynn’s $926 million proposal [continue reading…]

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