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What’s The Best Way To Keep College Graduates in Philadelphia? The Key is to Focus on Talent
The latest Campus Philly study is now out and is showing positive momentum as it pertains to the retention rate of college students in Philadelphia, but it will take a concerted effort to keep the momentum going, writes Jennifer Johnson Kebea for Billy Penn at WHYY. Campus Philly was founded in 2004 with the mission…
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Philadelphia’s Vision Zero Project to Reduce Crashes is Showing Progress
Philadelphia is seeing a decrease in traffic crashes, writes Hayden Mitman for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The 2023 Vision Zero Philadelphia report found that Philadelphia has had a 34% reduction in serious and deadly crashes. In addition, overall crashes have been reduced by 20%, compared to High Injury Network Trends. Vision Zero Philadelphia is a collaborative…
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This Recipe May Be 1 Reason Rosemary’s Is the Hottest Reservation in Delco
There’s one dish that Rosemary executive chef Elijah Milligan has to include on the Ridley Park restaurant’s menu, and it came from a simple request for some shrimp and pasta, writes Alicia Vitarelli for 6abc. That dish is Rosemary’s Shrimp Mafaldine. It’s the restaurant’s most popular dish, but it was actually just something Milligan whipped…
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After Mayoral Run, Allan Domb Still Eyes Bettering the City By Investing in Its Future
Despite losing the mayoral primaries in May, former City Councilman Allan Domb hasn’t lost sight of why he decided to run for office in the first place, writes Meir Rinde for Billy Penn at WHYY. Domb still wants to make Philadelphia a better city, and for him, the best way to do that is to…
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Philadelphia’s Water Views Aren’t Accessible to All. This Entrepreneur Wants to Change That
As a first-generation American of Chilean descent, Georgette Luna has strived to fully immerse herself in what the United States has to offer, writes Janelle Burrell and Rory Hardenstine for CBS News Philadelphia. Growing up in Queens, New York, Luna didn’t know a lot about boats but became enamored with them after learning more about…
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Temple University is Planning to Construct a New Media and Performing Arts Building
Temple University’s Klein College of Media and Communication and Center for the Performing and Cinematic Arts will soon be housed in a single new structure, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The new facility will be located at 1830 North Broad Street, on the west side, which currently holds primarily athletic and recreational…
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Philadelphia Rapper Strives to Serve His Community, Opens Daycare
When Anthony “Dappa” Samuels resigned from his accounting job in 2017, it coincided with a new career endeavor, writes Abigail Adams for People. A rapper and musician, leaving his former job set the table for him to become the co-founder of Young With Options Academic Center, a daycare center with facilities in West Philadelphia…
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How Saxbys Has Become a Catalyst Toward Building the Next Generation of Business Leaders
During a recent visit to Saxbys at Drexel University’s campus, Stan Silverman was taken aback by the great customer service and hospitality, he writes for the Philadelphia Business Journal. It made him think about the several columns he had previously written about the positive impact Saxbys’ has on developing young business leaders. Since opening…
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For Medical Records Professional Brendan Bossard, Peirce Offered the Flexibility and Support He Needed
After graduating high school in 1986, Brendan Bossard started college but initially dropped out to look for the right program. He re-enrolled into another college and completed his bachelor’s in social work in 1996. He worked in the social work field for a few years, but the demands were draining, and he decided to explore…
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Study Finds Some ESG Investors Have More Than Just Ethical Motives
A new study found that while ESG investors are motivated by ethical concerns, some of them also expect those investments to outperform the U.S. stock market, writes Daisy Maxey for The Wall Street Journal. The paper that examines attitudes and expectations about environmental, social, and corporate-governance investing was written by researchers at Yale University, Stanford…
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Holy Family University to Partner with Beck Institute For Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Holy Family University students enrolled in the Master of Counseling Program will have an opportunity to take part in a 16-week course, beginning in January 2024, that incorporates a research study on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) through the world-renowned Beck Institute. CBT is a form of psychotherapy that has been found to be effective in…
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PECO: With Halloween Right Around the Corner, Be on the Lookout for Energy Vampires Lurking in Your Home
With scary and spooky creatures roaming the streets this Halloween, remember to always be on the lookout for energy vampires that may be lurking around your home. Vampire energy, also known as standby energy, is the energy drawn from outlets when equipment is turned off but still plugged in. Take a look around your home…
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Sure, the Eagles Are Great, But Their New Tide Commercial—Not So Much
The Philadelphia Eagles are hitting their stride on the sports and cultural circuit. They are one of only two NFL teams with a 5-0 record. They put out a successful Christmas album and are planning a second one. The documentary on Eagles Center Jason Kelce of Haverford is the most watched documentary on Prime Video…
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A Former Textile Mill in Kensington is Being Transformed into an Alternative High School
For Tia Hall, executive director of Big Picture Philadelphia, taking risks is a part of the job, writes Aaron Moselle for WHYY. With the mission of challenging systemic inequities in education by providing transformative learning experiences, safety for her students and staff is among her highest priorities. As a result, moving El Centro de Estudiantes –…
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Jensen Toussaint Takes Helm as Editor of PHILADELPHIA Today
American Community Journals has hired Jensen Toussaint as Editor of PHILADELPHIA Today. Toussaint, who grew up in Philadelphia and possesses a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Temple University, brings a wealth of experience to his new position. He spent the last five years in various roles at AL DÍA, a multi-platform media company based in…
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The Evolution of Conferencing: How Zoom Rooms Have Transformed Meeting Spaces
In a world where every minute counts, professionals can’t afford to be bogged down by technical complexities. Remember the era before online meetings? Those days are long gone. But constant fumbling with wires, the battle with outdated technology, and the never-ending search for that one elusive remote should also be in the past. Enter Zoom…
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Delaware County Woman Goes Viral for Confronting Attacker, Gets Outpouring of Support
After Delaware County woman Nikki Bullock demonstrated an immense act of bravery in a now-viral video, she and her girlfriend received an outpouring of support from the community and even strangers online, writes Jenice Armstrong for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In a terrifying encounter near Philadelphia’s City Hall, Bullock was making an Uber Eats delivery…
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How Can You Achieve Your Goals? The Power of Tracking and Measuring Progress
Over the last few weeks, we’ve discussed the crucial steps of goal setting: setting clear and concise goals, identifying potential obstacles, and assessing the resources required to reach your objectives. Now, as you embark on your journey toward accomplishing your goals, it’s time to emphasize a fundamental aspect of the process — tracking and measuring…
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