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Filadelfia reporta una disminución del 7% en las muertes por sobredosis en 2023, aunque la reducción varía según la raza. Mientras que las muertes entre personas blancas no hispanas disminuyeron un 15%, aumentaron un 2% entre los hispanos. La Ciudad sigue adaptando su respuesta a la crisis de sobredosis, enfocándose en la distribución de naloxona y programas de capacitación.
Philadelphia will conduct street resurfacing work from April 28 to May 2, 2025. The project aims to enhance road conditions in the area, specifically on Rudy Robinson Way. Residents should prepare for potential disruptions during this period.
The Philadelphia Water Department seeks approval for a two-year water rate increase to manage rising service costs. Public input is welcomed during the Rate Board's hearings, scheduled for April 22 and 23, allowing residents to voice their opinions. The Board will announce its decision in July.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker will host a news conference at the Community College of Philadelphia's Great Hall on April 28, 2025. The event will address significant personnel changes impacting the local business and finance sectors.
Mayor Cherelle Parker will host an opening ceremony for a new project by Southern Land Company in Philadelphia on April 29, 2025. The event follows a demonstration involving 32BJ SEIU, highlighting the local economic implications.
The Philadelphia Department of Prisons has increased staffing levels significantly, nearing pre-COVID-19 numbers due to strategic recruitment efforts. Last week, PDP celebrated the graduation of 53 new cadets and promoted 26 existing staff members, marking a positive trend in workforce retention and morale.
Mayor Parker launched a new fiscal notes website to provide unbiased analyses of legislation's financial impact on Philadelphia. The initiative aims to enhance government transparency and inform policymakers and the public about potential budgetary consequences. Fiscal notes will be accessible at www.phila.gov/fiscal-notes.
The Chestnut Hill Home and Garden Festival will take place on April 27, 2025, from 10:08 AM to 2:08 PM local time in Welsh, Ohio. The event features attractions like concerts and demonstrations, promoting local businesses and community engagement.
Chef Dean Leevongcharoen opens Hen Solo, a Star Wars-themed restaurant in Manayunk, just in time for May the Fourth celebrations. The menu features creatively designed chicken dishes inspired by global flavors, showcasing Chef Dean's culinary journey from Thai to French and Japanese cuisine.
A public hearing on amendments to parking regulations for Philadelphia's Center City area is scheduled for May 2, 2025. The hearing, organized by the NYC Department of Records & Information Services, aims to address local traffic concerns and potential constitutional amendments.