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Ain’t No Love In The Heart Of Philly: Jay-Z Dragged For $300M Educational Campaign To Send Low-Income Students To Private Schools
The road to hell is paved with good intentions, and Jay-Z may just be on his way after a new initiative for Philadelphia schools. Beyonce‘s husband and his company Roc Nation announced a $300M educational campaign for low-income Philadelphia students, PEOPLE reports. And the internet had a lot to say about it.
Philadelphia's Roosevelt Intersection to Face Closures for Safety Upgrades This Saturday
Major traffic signal upgrades are set to interrupt the regular flow of vehicles at the bustling intersection of Roosevelt Boulevard, Adams Avenue, and Summerdale Avenue in Philadelphia this Saturday, June 8. Streets Commissioner Kristin Del Rossi confirmed that improvements aim to enhance motorist and pedestrian safety, in an effort that aligns with the city's Vision Zero initiatives. Motorists should brace for detours and allow for extra travel time as the intersection undergoes a two-phase closure, starting early in the morning.
A Bucks County mom gave birth to a premature baby on a Caribbean vacation, and a CHOP team flew in to save the day
Lindsey and Joe Offner were taking a quick vacation to Turks and Caicos last year before they welcomed their second baby. Lindsey, who works in health benefits consulting, had had a smooth pregnancy and delivery with their first child, Cole. Her second pregnancy was progressing just as well – until Lindsey unexpectedly went into labor on May 12, 2023, delivering a 2.5-pound baby girl named Logan at 27 weeks gestation.
Video: Giant crater causing frustration for residents as cars become trapped on Philly street
HARROWGATE - There is frustration in Harrowgate, where video after video shows vehicles driving through barricades and becoming trapped in a pit in the street. Neighbors say the hole has been there for two-and-a-half months and they want to know what is being done to fix it. "It’s a mess,"...
With Influx of New Construction, Philadelphia Could Once Again Become Leader in Manufacturing
A number of construction projects are currently underway or soon will be underway in Philadelphia, which could raise its profile as a manufacturing hub. While Philadelphia isn’t currently known as a leading manufacturing hub, that could be set to change thanks to the ongoing and upcoming construction throughout the city, writes Sonya Swink for BisNow.
Record-breaking Pennsylvania fish caught in Delaware River
(WJET/WFXP)– A Pennsylvania man set a record for the white perch he caught this spring and there’s nothing fishy about it! The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) announced Friday there’s a new record for the largest white perch caught in the Commonwealth at 2 pounds, 1 ounce, 14.125 inches long with a girth of […]
Popular Philadelphia Sports Bar Expanding, Will Open New Location in Bensalem
The popular South Street bar will open a new location in Bucks County. A longtime Philadelphia sports bar will be opening its latest location in Bensalem, its first expansion into the Bucks County area. Staff writers at 94.5 PST recently wrote about the upcoming location. Founding Fathers Bar, a longtime...
Things to do in Philadelphia area this weekend: Odunde festival, Philly Beer Week and more
PHILADELPHIA - With summer right around the corner, calendars are already filling up with all kinds of fun activities for couples, friends and families. There's something for everyone in Philadelphia and beyond!. From concerts and arts festivals, to bar crawls and farmers markets, here's everything going this weekend:. Philadelphia. Friday.
Gov. Shapiro serves breakfast at South Philly elementary school, promotes plan for education spending
Gov. Josh Shapiro served breakfast at a South Philadelphia school Friday to push his spending plan for K-12 schools, as a state budget deadline approaches at the end of the month.
‘Everything we can possibly do’: Philly nonprofit to finish renovating 40 homes in Strawberry Mansion
Have a question about Philly’s neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Ask us a question or send us a story idea you think we should cover. Over the next two days, the 3200 block of West Huntingdon Street will buzz with...
Bells to ring in Philly on Friday afternoon as a call to address gun violence
Gun violence is not an issue exclusive to Philadelphia, but it is one familiar to many of its residents. To observe Gun Violence Awareness Day, Penn Live Arts is concluding its performance season Friday with a city-wide sound installation. Titled "Toll the Bell," the installation consists of five minutes of...
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