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‘Viv Ayiti,’ Philadelphia Honors Haitian Heritage With Annual Flag Raising Ceremony
Each year, the Haitian and Haitian-American communities in Philadelphia gather outside City Hall for the annual Haitian Flag Raising Ceremony during Haitian Heritage Month. Since 1803, the Haitian flag has meant much more than just a piece of cloth. “Our flag is more than just the color symbols,” said Irma Joseph Wilson. “It represents our…
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Philadelphia Companies Make Forbes’ List of America’s Best Large Employers
Forbes has released its tenth annual list of has America’s Best Large Employers and Philadelphia was well-represented, writes Rachel Rabkin Peachman for Forbes. The top large employer in Philadelphia is the University of Pennsylvania, the Ivy League educational institution, which came in at No. 58. Penn Medicine is next up, coming in at No. 74.…
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Union League of Philadelphia Seeing Unprecedented Growth, Eyeing Further Potential Acquisitions
The Union League of Philadelphia is experiencing unprecedented growth, marking its most significant expansion in the last decade and more of its 160-year history, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The exclusive members-only private club, long a haunt for top business leaders in the region, launched its expansion in 2014 with the opening…
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Best Time of Year to Sell Home in Philadelphia Area Is Approaching
Homeowners aiming to maximize their sale price should begin preparations, as the best time of year to sell a home in the Philadelphia region is quickly approaching, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Zillow’s 2024 home sales analysis shows that early June yields the highest sale prices in the Philadelphia metro area. Homes listed…
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Peter Pan CEO Presents Proposal to Transform The Roundhouse to Intercity Bus Terminal
The Roundhouse police headquarters on Race Street has been abandoned for about four years and many have come up with ideas on what to do with it. Recently, Peter Pan chairman and CEO Peter A. Picknelly presented a new idea, writes Thomas Fitzgerald for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Picknelly has offered to purchase the abandoned building…
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Repair and Deduct Project Aims to Protect Low-Income Philly Tenants, Hold Negligent Landlords Accountable
A new pilot program launched by Face to Face, Community Legal Services, and Rebuilding Together Philadelphia aims to protect the city’s low-income tenants while holding negligent landlords accountable, writes Aaron Moselle for WHYY. The Repair and Deduct Project — started with help of a $60,000 grant — relies on a nearly five decades old Pennsylvania…
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Eagles Players Sing Coach Nick Sirianni’s Praises After He Signs New Contract Extension
Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Sirianni recently signed a new multiyear contract extension, and the many of the team’s top players couldn’t be happier, writes Tim McManus for ESPN. From wide receiver A.J. Brown to quarterback Jalen Hurts and left tackle Jordan Mailata, all congratulated him. A Super Bowl champion head coach, Sirianni has the fifth…
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The Ice Cream Company Founded in Philadelphia More Than Century Ago, Could Be Sold or Spun Off
Nearly 160 years ago, William Breyer started hand-churning ice cream in Philadelphia. His creation, which he sold to his neighbors, was made in a huge bucket equipped using a paddle that was operated by an outside handle. Today, Breyers is part of an $18.4 billion ice cream unit within Unilever, which is looking to sell…
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Philadelphia Climbs Several Spots in Annual Ranking of Top U.S. Park Systems
Trust for Public Land has released its 2025 ParkScore index of the top park systems among the 100 most populous cities, and Philadelphia ranked 28th. This is four spots higher than the 32nd place ranking Philadelphia ranked last year. Philly’s climb was boosted by its strong marks for park access and park amenities. According to…
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Limo Driver’s Life Changed by Chance Encounter With Eagle Brian Dawkins
Limo driver Ashley Shumba had a life-changing experience after Philadelphia Eagles legend Brian Dawkins became his passenger in June 2022 at Philadelphia International Airport, writes Dawn Timmeney for Fox 29 Philadelphia. Shumba, an African immigrant, had no idea who Dawkins was, but the former Eagles safety was so intrigued by Shumba’s life story that he…
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Meet Rashean Ramsue: President of the Alumni Association, Two Time Peirce Grad, Mother, and Full-Time Director
Today’s feature is Rashean Ramsue, President of the Alumni Association, Two-time Peirce College graduate, Mother, and Director. In 2018, Rashean attended a partnership information session hosted at her place of employment. She was previously familiar with Peirce and wanted to learn more about the college. She ultimately decided to enroll due to the adult and career…
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New Report Reveals Gentrification Trends in Philadelphia, Other Major U.S. Cities
Philadelphia is one of several major U.S. cities highlighted in a new report tracking gentrification across various neighborhoods throughout the nation, writes Racquel Williams for KYW Newsradio. The new report was conducted by the National Community Reinvestment Coalition and is titled, “Displaced by Design.” The report found that gentrification throughout the United States in the…
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Philadelphia Has Pothole Problem, But Some Neighborhoods Are in Much Worse Shape Than Others
One of the few things just about every Philadelphian can agree on is that the city has a pothole problem, but some neighborhoods are in significantly worse shape than others, write Henry Savage and Lizzie Mulvey for The Philadelphia Inquirer. From May 9, 2024, to May 9, 2025, Philly311, the city’s service system, received almost…
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District Attorney Larry Krasner Wins Democratic Primary, Eyes Third Term
Larry Krasner was been declared the winner of Tuesday’s Democratic primary for the district attorney race in Philadelphia, write Carmen Russell-Sluchansky and Tom MacDonald for WHYY. He beat out his challenger, Pat Dugan, a former Philadelphia municipal judge. Given that there is no Republican candidate in November’s general election, Krasner will likely be elected for…
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Gopuff and Starbucks Expand Partnership to Offer 24/7 Specialty Coffee Delivery Across Philadelphia and Suburbs
Delivery service Gopuff has expanded its partnership with Starbucks, offering specialty coffee to customers in Philadelphia and its suburbs around the clock, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. To celebrate the occasion, Gopuff will deliver a free grande iced Starbucks coffee to any address on Wednesday. While the coffee itself comes with no delivery…
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Uber Launching Cheaper Commuting Options for Riders in Philadelphia, 6 Other U.S. Cities
Uber recently announced its plans to launch a new car-pool like option for riders looking to save money in Philadelphia and 6 other major U.S. cities, writes Nayeli Jaramillo-Plata for CNN. The new option, called Route Share, will work like a commuter shuttle with consistent and frequent pickup options along direct routes. During peak commute…
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Jefferson Health Unveils Plans to Modernize Projects at Hospitals in Center City and North Philadelphia
Earlier this week, Jefferson Health unveiled a multiyear capital spending plan, highlighting the initiatives to modernize its two Level 1 trauma centers, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The largest health system in the region said the projects at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital will be a multimillion-dollar investment,…
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Philadelphia Water Department’s Bureau of Laboratory Sciences to Host Open House, Career Fair on June 7
The Philadelphia Water Department (PWD)’s Bureau of Laboratory Sciences will be hosting an open house and career fair event on Saturday, June 7. The open house will allow guests to meet the scientists who do water testing before and after the water treatment process. This process ensures customers receive the highest quality tap water in…
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