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The Philadelphia More Beautiful Committee is hosting its annual Clean Block Contest, with judging taking place over two Saturdays in late September and early October. A total of 26 blocks are competing, showcasing the community's commitment to cleanliness and civic pride. This initiative highlights the efforts of local volunteers and the impact of community engagement in urban environments.
A 16-year-old boy, William Honesty, was found fatally shot outside Martin Luther King High School in Philadelphia on September 23, 2024. The police reported that he had been shot three times in the chest, and investigations are ongoing regarding potential motives and connections to another nearby shooting incident involving a 19-year-old. No arrests have been made, and the investigation is still in its early stages.
Philadelphia's Department of Revenue has released a new dataset detailing property tax delinquencies in a more accessible format on OpenDataPhilly. This dataset includes critical information such as principal due, interest, penalties, and outstanding balances, and is designed to assist researchers and urban economists in analyzing tax delinquencies while protecting taxpayer privacy.
Aramark food service workers at the South Philadelphia Sports Complex initiated a strike on September 23, 2024, seeking better pay and healthcare benefits. Organized by UNITE Here Local 274, the strike coincided with significant events, including a Phillies series and a Charli XCX concert, potentially impacting attendance and sales. Union leaders emphasized the need for fair compensation as the cost of living rises.
The Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts are launching the Marian Anderson Artistic Initiative, honoring the legendary contralto and civil rights icon through a series of artistic presentations. The initiative aims to promote inclusivity and diversity in the performing arts, with a lineup featuring world premieres and significant works by various composers.
At least eight individuals were injured in various shootings and stabbings over the weekend in Philadelphia. The incidents occurred across multiple neighborhoods, with police reporting no immediate arrests in connection with the violence. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
At The Table, an award-winning restaurant in Wayne, PA, is set to debut its first cocktail bar on the anniversary of its new location. This milestone will feature a high-top seating area and an extensive bar menu, including fan-favorite cocktails and a selection of appetizers and entrées.
SEPTA will reinstate parking fees at Regional Rail stations starting Monday, with prices increasing from $1 to $2 at most lots and $4 for select garages. This change ends a four-year hiatus due to COVID-19 and is expected to generate $4 million annually to help manage budget deficits.
Mail-in ballots for the 2024 general election will begin being sent out this week to Philadelphia voters who have applied for them, according to city election officials. This move aims to ensure a smooth voting process as the election date approaches. Voters will also have the option to apply in-person at election offices starting Monday.
A clinical trial has shown that Lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injectable form of PrEP, significantly reduces HIV infections by 96%, outperforming the daily pill option. Gilead Sciences aims to gain FDA approval for Lenacapavir as a preventive measure against HIV, with potential market availability by mid-2025.