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The City of Philadelphia will implement overnight closures of the Schuylkill River Trail beneath the Martin Luther King Jr. Bridge on August 20 and 21. These closures aim to facilitate necessary maintenance work in the area, impacting local trail users.
The City of Philadelphia will close the Schuylkill River Trail under the Martin Luther King Jr. Bridge overnight on August 20 and 21 from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. The closures are necessary to remove temporary metal shielding from beneath the bridge.
The Twisted Tail announces its 11th Annual Whiskey Bonanza on September 25, featuring over 100 whiskeys, a cocktail competition, and live music. The event celebrates Bourbon Heritage Month with various ticket options, including a VIP experience offering exclusive whiskey tastings.
Mayor Cherelle L. Parker will release her public schedule for Monday, August 18, 2025. The announcement comes ahead of the scheduled events aimed at engaging with the community and addressing local issues. This schedule will provide insight into the mayor's priorities and public engagements.
The Philadelphia Department of Public Health plans to spray for adult mosquitoes in Olney on August 20, 2025, due to detected populations that may carry the West Nile virus. In case of rain, the treatment will occur on August 21. Residents are advised to take precautions against mosquito bites and eliminate breeding sites around their homes.
Philadelphia's farmers' markets have operated since 1858, providing fresh produce to neighborhoods. In 2023, over 210,000 residents faced food insecurity, with significant disparities among racial demographics. The city's Division of Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention supports these markets to improve access to healthy food.
Philadelphia officials announced a two-year interest arbitration award providing annual three percent wage increases, a $3,000 signing bonus, and an additional Wellness Day for police officers. The award aims to balance fair compensation for officers with the city's fiscal responsibilities, costing an estimated $343 million over the current Five-Year Plan.
Mayor Cherelle L. Parker will outline her public schedule for the weekend of August 16-17, 2025, in Parker, Colorado. The event emphasizes community engagement and local governance. Residents are encouraged to participate in the planned activities.
The Philadelphia Department of Public Health will spray for adult mosquitoes in West Fairmount on August 19, 2025, at dusk, to combat populations capable of carrying the West Nile virus. If weather conditions are unfavorable, the spraying will occur the following evening. Residents are encouraged to take precautions to avoid mosquito bites and eliminate breeding areas.
The Citizens Police Oversight Commission (CPOC) expressed disappointment over the recent police contract award, which denied them the authority to conduct independent investigations into police misconduct. CPOC Executive Director Tonya McClary emphasized the need for transparent and unbiased investigations to maintain public trust in law enforcement.