East Germantown residents demand action after series of shootings
Residents, state leaders, city officials and anti-violence groups concerned about recent shootings near recreational centers gathered earlier this week to strategize a summer plan to keep families safe.
State Rep. Andre D. Carroll, D-Philadelphia, hosted the town hall at the Lonnie Young Recreation Center in East Germantown. Earlier this month, an 18-year-old was critically injured at a playground near the recreational center. It was the second shooting near a recreational center in just a few days. Continue reading …
Your guide to joining a Philly food co-op
If you prioritize values such as community, self-sufficiency and equity when doing your grocery shopping, a food co-op might be a good fit for you.
There are several in Philly, and Billy Penn provides a guide that could help you consider your options and get started. Continue reading …
RECAP: What else happened?
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• Man pleads guilty in DUI-related death of CHOP doctor who was riding her bike home. [Inquirer$]
• The Philadelphia Housing Authority is thinking big, with plans to remake its entire public housing portfolio. [WHYY]
• Go inside the Pa. factory where Peeps are made. [WHYY]
• Philly DA candidate Dugan drops out of planned debate with Krasner. [WHYY]
• Abbott Elementary filmed its season finale live on location at the Please Touch Museum in Fairmount Park. [6ABC]
• Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts and James Beard Award-winning chef Chutatip “Nok” Suntaranon have been named to Time magazine’s list of the 100 Most Influential People of 2025. [BizJournal$]
• Southern-meets-African cuisine favorite Amina is expanding from Old City to the 200-seat space in Northern Liberties formerly home to SIN Steakhouse. [Wooder Ice]
Philly DA Race
- Primary Day 101
- DA race: What you need to know about the Democratic primary candidates
- Primary Election Day is Tuesday, May 20
Candidate appearances:
- Upcoming: April 17, 6 p.m. – Candidates will speak at Kingsessing Library.
- Upcoming: April 22, 7 to 8:30 p.m. – Candidates will speak at WHYY-co-sponsored event, viewable in-person and via livestream.
- Recap of Larry Krasner and Pat Dugan’s first town hall on March 11.
- Billy Penn’s recap of Krasner-Dugan debate on March 20.
MAYOR WATCH
The mayor has no public events scheduled for Thursday.
ON THE CALENDAR
🐰 Easter egg hunts [West Philly Local]
🎭 College theater productions this spring
🖼️ “In the Soft Light” queer art exhibition
Thursday, April 17: People’s Budget: Police
Discuss the city budget and community needs as they relate to police presence. (6 to 7:30 p.m.)
Friday, April 18: German Friday Film Fest
“Deutschstunde” (2019, German with German subtitles) is the latest film to be screened during this series that offers unique insights into German language, culture, history and current events through the work of some of the German-speaking world’s best directors. (6:30 p.m.)
Saturday, April 19: Hello Kitty Cafe Truck
Hello Kitty x Fashion District Philadelphia at the corner of 9th and Market streets from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. for cute treats and merch.
Saturday, April 19: School Lunch Tour
Learn about the complicated relationship between food scientists, the government and the public throughout the last 200 years as ideas about nutrition and education have evolved. Part of the Science History Institute’s “drop-in” tours of their Lunchtime exhibit. (2 p.m.)
Saturday, April 19: Queer Soup Night x Bunnyhop
Celebrate queer culinary talent, nourish your body, connect with communities and create a collective impact for local grassroots movements and partners. (6 to 8 p.m.)
Sunday, April 20: Easter Sundaze Sundae Social
Enjoy a nut-free sundae and float bar at Maisy’s Meeting House in Old City. $20 in advance; $30 at the door. (12 to 5 p.m.)
Sunday, April 20: Vegan Mac & Cheese Bakeoff
Grab a cup and utensil from OR bring a small cup/bowl for a chance to sample dozens of vegan mac treats. Then vote on who wins in categories like Traditional, Innovative, Dessert and People’s Choice. Proceeds benefit local Food Not Bombs chapters. (4:20 to 6:20 p.m.)
Sunday, April 20: One Art Annual 420
Live reggae vibes, farm fresh food, live painting, yoga, vendors and family fun at the One Art Community Center in Carroll Park. (4:20 to 11 p.m.)
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