“The city is expanding a program that provides free legal representation to Philadelphia renters with low income who are at risk of losing their home, including those facing an eviction filing.” From: WHYY (Read more.)
“Waste Free Philly, a coalition of six sustainability and anti-litter advocates, announced a 5-point Mayoral Agenda for a Clean and Waste-Free Future for Philadelphia.” From: Green Philly (Read more.)
“In October, Philly Office Retail posted a series of photos on Facebook working with Jeantel Landscaping, removing “we buy houses,” “free construction estimates,” and other signs they deemed “blight” on Berkley Street.” From: Germantown Info Hub (Read more.)
“A new analysis by the National College Attainment Network (NCAN) found that eligible high school seniors left approximately $3.6 billion in Pell Grant awards last year of which $118,503,612 million correspond to high school students in Pennsylvania. ” From: AL DIA (Read more.)
“Implementation of what’s been dubbed the “bus revolution” will be delayed until next year to allow more time for community feedback.” From: WHYY (Read more.)
“The pilot program provides 300 households with payments for 30 months.” From: Next City (Read more.)
“Bill Salvatore, of the Department of Parks and Recreation, said the department could only train about 250 people to take care of the city’s pools last year, so they are recruiting early this year to train more people for the job.” From: WHYY (Read more.)
“Insulin will cost no more than $35 a month for people with prescription drug coverage through Medicare, a rule change that is expected to save people with diabetes hundreds of dollars a year.” From: The Inquirer (Read more.)
“The Philadelphia Housing Authority opened its Housing Choice Voucher program for the first time in more than 12 years on Jan. 23, 2023. Applications will be taken for two weeks both on the PHA website or by calling, (215) 999-3102, until Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023 at 5:59 p.m.” From: NBC10 (Read more.)
“Nonprofits saw a voluntary turnover rate of 20% in 2021. Three local organizations are trying new tactics to keep employees happy and healthy.” From: The Inquirer (Read more.)
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