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Eastern University’s Palmer Theological Seminary Receives $1.25 Million Grant from Lilly Endowment
Eastern University has received a grant of $1.25 million from the Lilly Endowment — a private philanthropic foundation that supports the causes of religion, education, and community development — to help Palmer Theological Seminary establish the project, “Compelling Preaching for the 21st Century: Whole Gospel. Whole World. Whole Persons.” This project is being funded through…
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Jefferson Health Launches Primary Care Program for LGBTQIA+ Older Adults
Jefferson Health has launched Pride at the Jefferson Center for Healthy Aging, a program dedicated to caring for Philadelphia’s aging LGBTQIA+ community. This program is the first of its kind, combining clinical care and research efforts to create a primary care home for LGBTQIA+ older adults. “Jefferson is proud to be at the forefront of…
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Brandywine Realty Trust CEO Has High Optimism for the Firm Despite Market Challenges
Despite Brandywine Realty Trust having to put future buildings on hold for the time being, CEO Jerry Sweeney has confidence that the firm is well-positioned, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The financing market in Philadelphia has been unpredictable, which is what led to the delay of the Philly-based firm’s construction on its…
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Local Educators Call for More Diversity in Philadelphia Area Schools
Sharif El-Mekki, founder/CEO of the Center for Black Educator Development in Philadelphia is on a mission to increase the pool of Black educators in the Philadelphia area and around the nation, writes Melanie Burney for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The former teacher turned activist recently organized a gathering for more than 1,300 Black educators in Philadelphia.…
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Drexel Hill’s Zoe Erianna, 6, Performs on ‘America’s Got Talent’
Zoe Erianna kicked her singing career up a notch when she auditioned Tuesday evening for “America’s Got Talent”, writes Deb Kiner for Penn Live. Zoe plays piano, writes and composes her own original music, and already has 11 copyrighted songs under her belt. Her debut single, “All We Need Is Love” was released this month.…
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Philadelphia-based Nonprofit, Sharing Excess, Teams Up with YouTube Star MrBeast to Expand Its Food-Rescue Program to NYC
Philadelphia-based Sharing Excess, the homegrown food-rescue organization run primarily by college students and recent graduates, teamed up with YouTube star MrBeast to expand its wholesale food-rescue program to New York City, writes Jenn Ladd for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The nonprofit that redirects millions of pounds of produce from landfills to food banks and pantries has…
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Smart Security and the Rise of Remote Monitoring in Philadelphia
In the Philadelphia region, an increased emphasis on remote monitoring is reshaping how businesses approach security. As more companies adopt flexible work arrangements, the need for robust video surveillance that can be monitored and managed remotely is on the rise. This trend directly impacts businesses in Philadelphia, emphasizing the necessity of cutting-edge video surveillance solutions.…
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Eastern University Opens Renowned Planetarium to Public for ‘Star of Bethlehem Christmas Show’
Throughout the month of December, Eastern University is hosting multiple showings of the “Star of Bethlehem Christmas Show” at its renowned planetarium. The show is an Eastern tradition that dates back to 1972. This event depicts a Christmas-themed story between an astronomer and his daughter, who is curious about the origin and reason behind common…
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Goal-Getter’s Guide: Are Your Aspirations Crystal Clear for Next Year?
As you think about your hopes and dreams for the next year, clarity is the compass that guides you toward success. Any master of good strategy will tell you: “If you don’t know where you’re going, you’ll get there. And if you don’t know what you want, you’ll get it.” The first step to ensuring…
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Philadelphia Has Seen Much Fewer Speeding Violations Since Installing Ticketing Cameras Along Roosevelt Boulevard
In 2018, Philadelphia approved Automated Speed Enforcement Program cameras alongside Roosevelt Boulevard and in work zones, and five years later the program has proved effective, writes FOX 29. The Automated Speed Enforcement Program was backed by a $78 million grant and began in June 2020 with a two-month warning period before it began ticketing speeders…
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Sylvester Stallone Visits Philadelphia to Celebrate Philly’s First-Ever Rocky Day
From now on, December 3 will be officially designated as “Rocky Day” in Philadelphia. The date marks the day the original Rocky film was released in 1976. On Sunday, December 3, Sylvester Stallone — the iconic actor who portrayed the iconic Rocky Balboa character in the films — paid a visit to the city to…
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Phoenixville Teen Starts Nonprofit to Provide Clothing, Food for Those in Need
Emerson “Kit” Cairns, a fifteen-year-old Phoenixville sophomore, started a nonprofit, Kit’s Closet, to collect clothing and food for those less fortunate, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6ABC. The idea took root when Cairns was in seventh grade. “I applied for National Junior Honor Society through the middle school here,” said Cairns. “We were asked to write…
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Another Philadelphia Rite Aid Set to Close Amid Bankruptcy
Rite Aid has announced that it is will soon close 31 more stores, and one of which is located in Philadelphia, writes 6abc. The recent wave of closers are all part of the process as the company deals with its bankruptcy filing. The latest Philadelphia location that will be closed is on Aramingo Avenue. The…
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Kelbourne Woolens Opens New Storefront in Mount Airy
Yarn and threads distributor, Kelbourne Woolens, has been wholesaling for 15 years, but just recently celebrated the grand opening of a new retail shop in Mt. Airy, writes Asha Prihar for Billy Penn at WHYY. The location is next to Maloumian Rugs, a multigenerational rug importer and retailer that has been in the city since…
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SEPTA is Renaming its Transit Lines As Part of New Project
SEPTA is renaming its transit lines, including the Market-Frankford Line, its subway, and trolleys, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. The Market-Frankford Line will be renamed the “L.” The soon-to-be-former Broad Street Line subway will be renamed the “B,” with a B1 designation for a local, a B2 designation for an express, and B3 for…
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PECO Customers Can Get Help with Utility Bills When They Act Now
PECO customers can now apply for grants to help pay their utility bills through the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). The company is committed to working with customers in need of assistance, with support ranging from offering payment arrangements to connecting customers with energy assistance resources. Last year, LIHEAP helped nearly 60,000 PECO customers…
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Independence Blue Cross Awards 2023 Clinical Care Innovation Grants to Temple Health, Penn Medicine
Independence Blue Cross has awarded two Clinical Care Innovation Grants (CCI Grants) to Temple Health and Penn Medicine to support projects aimed at improving the quality and delivery of healthcare. The two projects awarded CCI Grants include: These grants are part of a larger Clinical Care Innovation Program at Independence. “Through this program, we support providers who are leading the way…
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19-year-old Carpenter Apprentice Helps Complete Final Leg of $400M Wells Fargo Center Project
Saulih Khalifah, a 19-year-old carpenter apprentice, is helping complete the final stage of a $400 million transformation project at the Wells Fargo Center, writes Matteo Iaonisi for the WHYY. “I would have never thought I was going to be a carpenter,” said Khalifah. “I played basketball in high school. I went to college for basketball.”…
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