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WEBThe CEO of Kensington’s B Corp developer Shift Capital lays out strategies to simultaneously support business growth and strengthen the neighborhood’s existing assets. The Philadelphia Citizen emphasizes solutions in our government, school system, environment, businesses and more to make Philadelphia a better city.
Philadelphia Furniture Bank Provides Free Furnishings to Those in …
WEBMar 10, 2017 · Similarly, the total estimated value of the furniture given to the group grew by nearly $130,000 in that year. All of these numbers, according to the Furniture Bank, are set to trend up further in 2017. That’s a sign of both progress and of growing need. Like many non-profits that are scaling up, the Furniture Bank is severely understaffed.
Opinion Archives - The Philadelphia Citizen
WEBAn aide to two former PA politicians draws a line between the 2024 presidential election and the “Wave” that saw a new candidate claim victory in the Keystone State in 1991. By David M. Stone.
Progressives and reformers are the source of Philly's real political ...
WEBReformer vs. Progressive. Recent revelations illustrate Philly’s real political divide. Here’s why it matters. BY Larry Platt. Jan. 23, 2020. Last month, an Inquirer story by Sean Collins Walsh delved into the seeming incongruity of Helen Gym, widely seen as the leader of Philly’s progressive movement, not only refusing to condemn, but ...
Philly voters' guide to the 2021 general election in Pennsylvania
WEBFirst a few important dates: You must register by October 18, 2021, to vote in the November 2 general election. You still have time to request a mail-in ballot —as long as you do it by October 26. Our guide to how to vote in Philadelphia lays out more information about that. Polls will be open on November 2, 2021, from 7am to 8pm.
Fun Things to Do in Philly this Week and Weekend - The …
WEBSep 9, 2024 · ENJOY BEER IN THE PARK. This week, Parks on Tap returns to Columbus Square Park in East Passyunk, September 4 through September 8 from 4 to 10pm. The roving beer (and cocktail and food) garden provides a great excuse to bring your kids to happy hour. Free admission. 1301 N. Beach Street.
MEET THE 2023 CITIZENS OF THE YEAR - The Philadelphia Citizen
WEBDec 13, 2023 · The Philadelphia Citizen's 2024 Citizens of the Year. Top left: Michelle Belser. Top row, left to right: Indrayudh (Indy) Shome, Sarahi Franco-Morales, Paul Levy. Center row, left to right: Joan Dawson McConnon, Mike Innocenzo, Robert Saleem Holbrook. Bottom left to right: Dr. David Fajgenbaum, Ryan …
Local program trains women and minorities for carpentry jobs in …
WEBFeb 17, 2022 · CARP’s goals are to recruit and train women, minorities and other residents of Philadelphia who are motivated to learn carpentry but don’t have any links to the industry through friends or family, and haven’t been exposed to the job before. Classes number 30 students, and this year’s class is now the sixth cohort.
What the Infrastructure Bill Means for Philly - The Philadelphia …
WEBNov 23, 2021 · The infrastructure bill invests $7.5 billion in building a network of electric vehicle charging stations, and Pennsylvania can expect to receive about $171 million of that total over five years. The state will also have the opportunity to apply for grant funding from a pot of $2.5 billion in the bill dedicated to this purpose.
Your City Defined: The El Explained - The Philadelphia Citizen
WEBJul 15, 2020 · The 5.25 mile-long Frankford Elevated section was built between 1915 and 1922 and began regular service from Northeast Philly to Center City on November 5, 1922. Daily ridership on the line peaked at 250,000 in the 1940s. After years of shutting down The EL between midnight and 5am, SEPTA, in 2014 …