Pennsylvania Horticultural Society Hosts Tree Plantings In Region

PHILADELPHIA, PA – On November 20-22, 2020, the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) will work with over 70 of its Tree Tenders groups and community organizations in addition to hundreds of neighborhood volunteers to come together and plant over 1,000 trees in neighborhoods throughout Philadelphia and Southeastern Pennsylvania. This semi-annual initiative helps to increase the region’s tree canopy and promote healthier, greener neighborhoods.

Pennsylvania Loosens Attendance Limits on Public Gathering

Harrisburg Pa. - Pennsylvania's new limits are now based on a sliding scale in proportion to crowd size to determine the venue's capacity.

Pennsylvania's Minimum-Wage and Tip Regulations Change on Friday

PHILADELPHIA - Pennsylvania's new minimum wage and tip regulations take effect on Friday (AUG 5th, 2022). If you're working for a restaurant, bar, or nightclub, you may be wondering whether this is a good time to update your pay scale. These regulations will help protect tipped workers, who are often paid less than minimum wage. Previously, employers could pay tipped workers as little as $2.83 an hour, but new regulations will raise the tip threshold from $30 a month to $135 a month.

Pentagon's Budget Black Hole: Audit Failure Sparks Bipartisan Concerns and Calls for Reform

The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), an institution synonymous with military might and a budget nearing a trillion dollars, has stumbled yet again in its quest for financial accountability. For the seventh consecutive year, the Pentagon has failed its annual audit, unable to account for significant portions of its colossal budget. This latest failure has ignited a firestorm of debate surrounding government spending and transparency, with an unlikely alliance emerging between Senator Bernie Sanders and Elon Musk to criticize the military's financial management.

PeopleShare Helps Pay Employees' Student Debt

COLLEGEVILLE, Pa.- PeopleShare announced Friday, January 29th, 2021, it will be paying $250/month to each employee to help pay off their student loans. This new benefit aligns with PeopleShare's mission to invest and support its employees in their long term professional and financial stability. David Donald, Co-founder, Co-CEO

Pet Costume Contest and Fall Fest at Bourse Food Hall

Philadelphia, PA — The Bourse Food Hall, Philadelphia's modern artisanal food hall on Independence Mall, is teaming up with Morris Animal Refuge. To host an outdoor fall fest featuring photo opportunities, a pet costume contest, treats for two-legged and four-legged friends, prizes, music, and more on Saturday, October 16, from 1-3 pm.

Philadanco! Receives 3.5 Year Grant Award From the Mellon Foundation

Philadelphia Black-Owned Restaurants Are Still Struggling To Recover

PHILADELPHIA - Restaurants nationwide are still struggling to recover from the pandemic. According to the Independent Restaurant Coalition, 91% of restaurants reported they are hiring. As many as 8 in 10 say they’re in danger of closing without assistance. Among those at risk of closure are Black-owned businesses, which have been disproportionately affected by the pandemic.

Philadelphia Fashion Incubator Lights Up The Fashion Scene

PHILADELPHIA, PA - Starting on August 2^nd legacy exhibition at InLiquid Gallery will enter its tenth year. Guests are invited to join the celebration of the success of the Philadelphia Fashion Incubator in a retrospective journey and shop pieces designed by PFI Alumni and Designer-in-Residence at InLiquid's exclusive gallery during the month-long celebration.

Philadelphia Free Library's Author Events Future Uncertain

PHILADELPHIA, PA—The unexpected resignation of the Philadelphia Free Library's entire Author Events team has raised concerns in the city's vibrant literary community.  Andy Kahan, Jason Freeman, Laura Lovacs, and Nell Mittlestead, the architects behind the library's acclaimed author events program, have left the team and raised questions about the future of this beloved cultural staple.

Philadelphia Gay Pride Month at Sofitel

Philadelphia, PA - Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square, part of AccorHotels, presents a month-long celebration for June as Philadelphia Gay Pride Month.

Philadelphia Hotel Workers Strike For Better Working Conditions Wages

PHILADELPHIA - Hotel workers in Philadelphia are on strike to protest the hotel's recent rate increases and inadequate pay. The union representing the Wyndham Hotel in the city, Local 274 representatives, said that the hotel workers should get at least a living wage from the $100 billion in federal bailout money allocated to the hospitality industry.

Philadelphia Killings Continue

PHILADEPHIA - Philadelphia Killings Continue - As gunshots rang out Thursday night in separate shootings, one which left seven injured seven and two others in critical condition, police said.

Philadelphia Museum of Art New Local Food Experience

Philadelphia, PA - The Philadelphia Museum of Art’sexclusive food and beverage partner, has embraced the museum’s commitment to Philadelphia-based art and makers with new food and beverage options beginning on June 18, when the museum’s Café reopens to the public for the first time since March 2020.

Philadelphia Playwrite Wins Pulitzer Prize for Drama

PHILADELPHIA - Playwright James Ijames has won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for his queer adaptation of Shakespeare's Hamlet. The play will have its New York premiere this spring at the Public Theater. Ijames will receive a prize of $15,000 for his Pulitzer Prize.

Philadelphia Ranks 5th in Dads Helping With Homework

PHILADELPHIA - Father's Day is rapidly approaching, and an increase in the dad-jokes told throughout the land. It's important to know that dads are far more useful than as bearers of eye-rolling humor.

Philadelphia Selected As Host City for 2026 World Cup

PHILADELPHIA - In the past few years, Philadelphia has played host to major events, including the Democratic National Convention, NFL Draft, and Pope's visit.The city is also home to several professional sports teams, including the Philadelphia Union, which has recently seen an uptick in grassroots soccer interest. The Union, led by Jim Curtin, is one of the best teams in the league and won the Supporters' Shield for the best regular-season record in 2020.

Philadelphia Summer Programming Returns to CCD Parks

PHILADELPHIA City District (CCD) will provide safe, accessible programming to Philadelphia residents, workers, and visitors this summer with a full lineup of activities in Dilworth Park and Sister Cities Park. Established health and safety measures, like mask-wearing and social distancing, remain in place.

Philadelphia Updates Coronavirus Numbers

PHILADELPHIA – The Philadelphia Department of Public Health today announced 1,158 additional confirmed cases of COVID-19 novel coronavirus in Philadelphia. That brings the number of confirmed cases to 52,043. In addition, the Department of Public Health also announced 52 new probable cases from rapid antigen tests.

Philadelphia's 2020 Homicide Rate to Surpass Last Years

Philadelphia, Pa. - According to the police department statistics, Philadelphia has now surpassed last year's homicide numbers.