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Montgomery County Leadership: Dr. Austin Duckett, Chief Student Affairs Officer, Penn State Brandywine
Dr. Austin Duckett, Chief Student Affairs Officer at Penn State Brandywine, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Conshohocken…
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Southwest Philadelphia-Raised Poet and Writer Raina J. León Named New Philadelphia Poet Laureate
Raina J. León, a Black, Afro Boricuan poet and writer raised in Southwest Philadelphia, has been named the city’s new…
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As Black History Month Closes, Deb Spence’s LevelFlat.org Stands As a Living Example of Chasing Your Dreams
Black History Month is not just about looking back. It is about looking around — at the people in our…
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How a 56-Year-Old Visionary is Rebuilding Pottstown from the Concrete to the Code
Deb Spence has sat in the seats of power, and she has slept on the literal pavement of the streets…
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Philadelphia Entrepreneur Launches New Program to Connect Black Women Founders With Resources, Capital
Tanya Morris, the founder of Philadelphia-based entrepreneur resource organization Mom Your Business, has launched a new program designed to help…
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Who Is Philadelphia Eagles Associate Performance Coach Autumn Lockwood?
Growing up, football and change has been the two constants that have guided Autumn Lockwood’s life, writes Abigail Cuffey for…
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Newcomer Opening on South Broad Street Will Become Philadelphia’s Largest Black-Owned Restaurant
Kevin Kelley, the attorney-turned-restaurateur, is preparing to bring his growing chain of restaurants to Philadelphia when Kitchen + Kocktails by…
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New Report Reveals Gentrification Trends in Philadelphia, Other Major U.S. Cities
Philadelphia is one of several major U.S. cities highlighted in a new report tracking gentrification across various neighborhoods throughout the…
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West Philly Art Teacher Creates New WebComic Series Highlighting the History of MOVE
MOVE has a long and storied history in Philadelphia, and West Philadelphia art teacher Peter Coyle has created a new…
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This Germantown Animal Care Center Was Founded By One of Pennsylvania’s First Black Veterinarians
Greene Street Animal Care was founded nearly a half-century ago and is still going strong, writes Sarah Huffman for Technical.ly.…
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The African American Museum in Philadelphia Announces Programming for Black History Month
The African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP) has announced its lineup of programming and events in honor of Black History…
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The Washington Post: African Immigrants Thrive in Southwest Philadelphia’s Vibrant ‘Africatown’
As African immigration rises, many newcomers are establishing their homes in Pennsylvania, particularly those in the growing community in Philadelphia’s…
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Looking for Your Next Read? Try These Three Captivating Books Set in the Philadelphia Region
If you’re looking for your next read, there are plenty of compelling fiction books with characters who call the Philadelphia…
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New AARP Pennsylvania Poll Shows Importance of Voters Ages 50-Plus in 2024 Elections
AARP Pennsylvania hosted a virtual press briefing on Oct. 1, ahead of the Walz-Vance V.P. Debate, revealing the results from…
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Social Media Influencers Are Popularizing Middle Eastern Perfume Oils in Philly’s Fragrance Scene
Since the early 2000s, West Philadelphia shop owners have been importing Middle Eastern perfume oils to help build a bridge…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Javonna Wylie, President and CEO, Chester County OIC
Javonna Wylie, President and CEO of Chester County OIC, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in West Chester and…
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African American Museum in Philadelphia to Present New Exhibition from Award-Winning Actress, CCH Pounder
The African American Museum in Philadelphia will soon present a new exhibition titled, “Shared Vision: Portraits from The CCH Pounder-Koné…
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Philadelphia Mother Helps Families, Individuals Embrace Transgender Loved Ones
Philadelphia mother nadeen “mothasistah” herring is the mom of a transgender son, Z. While first learning of that fact wasn’t…
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