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The 18th annual Global Citizen Beer Summit takes place. By Chris Murray For the Philadelphia Sunday SUN The irony of Global Citizen holding its 18th annual Beer Summit Conversation on Race, Class and Power in the shadow of the President’s House Memorial at 6th and Market Streets last Wednesday night was likely not lost on…

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Beekeeper Amma Dorman aka miss honey beePhoto courtesy: Amma Dorman By Constance Garcia-Barrio An exceptionally sweet start in life may have helped put Amma Dorman — aka miss honeybee — on the path that led her to beekeeping. “I was born in Reading, Pennsylvania, at the Reading Midwife Center for Women’s Wellness — a peaceful…

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Kimberly Reed in front of her visioning party.Photo courtesy: Kimberly Reed By A. Lewis In an era defined by major social shifts, evolving cultural expectations, economic uncertainty, and rapid technological disruption, many people wonder about how to stay optimistic for the future. The ability to maintain a positive perspective is something local diversity and inclusion…

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Harrisburg, PA. Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh speaks during Tuesday’s press conference. Dr. Arkoosh joined workers from SEIU Healthcare to highlight investments in the proposed 2026-27 budget that help workers and bring them above or closer to a $15 hourly wage. Thanks to Governor Josh Shapiro’s 2025-26 budget that invested…

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At a time when everyone is celebrating America’s 250th birthday, Wednesday’s VetFest is a thank you to those who made it possible. By Denise Clay-Murray This year’s celebration of America’s 250th birthday has put all that is the United States front and center. From the music and dance of Juneteenth to the all-American game of…

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Schoolchildren join Gov. Shapiro and other officials after the signing ceremony.(Photos/pacast.com) On July 14, Gov. Josh Shapiro, Mayor Cherelle Parker, Pennsylvania Department of Education Secretary Dr. Carrie Rowe, teachers, students, and local elected leaders visited Vare-Washington Elementary School in Philadelphia to highlight how the 2026-27 budget signed by the governor is delivering $678 million in…

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Antoine Johnson receiving his dialysisPhoto courtesy: Antoine Johnson By Kharisma McIlwaine In 2023, Antoine Johnson was diagnosed with end-stage renal failure. Over the following year and a half, he managed the condition through dietary changes and a complete lifestyle overhaul. Then, in December 2025, an emergency hospital visit brought a sobering ultimatum: begin dialysis immediately…

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Will Smith performs at the One Philly: Unity Concert for America to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary on Sunday, July 5, 2026 at the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia. (Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP) While triple-digit temperatures led to events being cancelled or moved indoors, Philadelphia celebrated the nation’s 250th anniversary by giving flowers to achievers with…

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Black Philadelphia 250 posterPhoto credit: October Gallery Museum By A. Lewis A celebratory exhibit at the October Gallery in Germantown exploring the influence and contributions of Black Philadelphians, showcased a vibrant history of endurance, triumph, and freedom. The “Black Philadelphia 250” exhibition highlights the photos and accomplishments of notable figures within the city’s Black community…

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Balloon release celebration for Gerald Wayne Renfrow Way street renaming(Photos courtesy of the Renfrow Family) Gerald Wayne Renfrow Way commemorates decades of leadership, advocacy, and service following the 1985 MOVE bombing. More than 100 community members joined Pennsylvania legislative leaders, elected officials, family, friends, and neighbors on June 28, to celebrate the official unveiling of…

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