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New Report Highlights How Immigrants Are Fueling Greater Philadelphia
A new report published by The Welcoming Center highlights the true impact immigrants have in Philadelphia and its four collar counties, writes Emily Neil for…
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Philadelphia Office of Sustainability Testing Cool Pavement Pilot in Hunting Park to Address Summer Heat
With certain Philadelphia neighborhoods’ surface temperatures reaching more than 20 degrees Fahrenheit hotter than in greener, the City has launched a potential solution, writes Sophia…
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Local Educators Are Split on How to Take Advantage of Generative AI in the Classroom
Over the past couple of years, generative AI tools such as ChatGPT has transformed classrooms locally and nationwide, writes Alan Yu for WHYY. While these…
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Shusterman Plan to Protect Region Tax Revenue Aims to Prevent Future SEPTA-Style Disputes
State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, who represents Chester County, is circulating a plan to protect Philadelphia region tax revenue and prevent future SEPTA-style funding disputes, writes…
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After Decades of Closure, Lansdowne Theater Set to Open Its Doors Again as a Concert Hall
A century-old Lansdowne Theater is set to open its doors on August 22 after nearly four decades of closure, with the presentation of Chazz Palminteri:…
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Comcast and 76ers Team Up to Purchase Market East Buildings, Eyes Revitalizing Struggling Corridor
Comcast and the Philadelphia 76ers are no strangers to working together, and their latest partnership is part of an effort to revitalize the struggling Market…
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‘Fresh Air,’ WHYY’s Long-Running Interview Program, to Celebrate 50-Year Anniversary in September
In 1975, Terry Gross was hired at WHYY to take over an afternoon talk show that had been launched two years prior. At the time,…
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Ben Franklin Technology Partners Moving to Center City After Two Decades in South Philadelphia
After two decades in South Philadelphia, Ben Franklin Technology Partners, a public-private partnership, is relocating to Center City, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY. The early-stage…
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Philadelphia Phillies Legend Dick Allen Honored With New Mural in South Philly
Just days after being posthumously inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame, Philadelphia Phillies great Dick Allen received a new mural in South Philadelphia,…
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Crozer Loss, Delays Impacting Delaware County’s Healthcare
Everyone in Delaware County is being affected by the loss of Crozer Health services, from working-class neighborhoods to the Main Line. That’s the conclusion of…
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Water, Water Everywhere
It’s a hot summer day. Sweat trickles down your back. Clothing clings to your damp skin. You gaze at the Schuylkill River, longing to dive…
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Fairmount Teen Becomes Youngest Storyteller at Historic Philadelphia’s ‘Once Upon a Nation’ Benches
Zoe Levenstien has eagerly awaited Historic Philadelphia’s annual “Once Upon a Nation” storytelling benches since she was four — and now, at 17, she is…
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Despite Sharp Drop in Residential Property Sales, Philadelphia Remains a City of Homeowners
A new report from the Pew Charitable Trust found that Philadelphia home sales have declined nearly 40 percent between 2022 and 2023, writes Aaron Moselle…
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Joseph Mikulec Autograph Book Heading to Croatia After Century in Philadelphia Private Collection
A book of autographs by Joseph Mikulec, a forgotten Croatian hero, is set to return to his homeland after nearly a century in a private…
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New ‘Laser Vision’ Tool from Philly Bike Action Lets Residents Flag Parking Violations
The volunteer group Philly Bike Action has recently launched Laser Vision, a digital tool that is designed to make reporting parking violations easier, writes Gabriel…
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Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia Ushers In New Era As Anna Paulson Takes Reigns
Anna Paulson officially began her tenure as the new president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia on July 1, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY.…
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Cobbs Creek Intersection Where Cyclist Was Recently Killed Set for Safety Upgrades
A West Philadelphia intersection where a cyclist was struck and killed by a turning truck in May is set to receive a series of safety…
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Saint Joseph’s Partners with Nonprofit to Explore How AI Robots Can Support Aging Adults with Autism
Researchers at Haub Innovation Center at Saint Joseph’s University are developing ways for AI-powered robots to support aging adults with autism, writes Nicole Leonard for…
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