The Portal arrived with a lot fanfare in October, as a public tech/artwork mission to carry individuals collectively throughout continents. In Philly, the response was … worry for the Portal.
Apparently that concern wasn’t misplaced. Crews have been working to restore its damaged glass face this week, and there are plans to maneuver it. However to the place? And can it stick round long-term? Proceed studying …
Eleventh-hour negotiations introduced the 2 sides collectively as a Wednesday strike deadline loomed. The deal included higher pay for college and workers, smaller class sizes and free transportation choices for college students. Better of all, courses befell as traditional. Proceed studying …
RECAP: What else occurred?
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• The heads of NPR, PBS testified on Capitol Hill to defend public media at Home listening to. [NPR]
• The Pa. Home handed a invoice to defend the Reasonably priced Care Act within the state. [Capital-Star]
• Gov. Shapiro introduced a $5 million grant to assist a Philly Muslim neighborhood heart increase lecture rooms and better academics at its personal faculty. [WHYY]
• Penn Well being System cuts 300 positions amid uncertainty. [DP]
• EPA staff, supporters march in Philly to protest cuts, whereas lawmakers in D.C. protest cuts have been unlawful. [WHYY/AP]
• The Parker admin ended a program that gave the neighborhood a say in how federal {dollars} have been spent to deal with opioid disaster in Kensington. [Kensington Voice]
• The Phillies opened their season in D.C. Listed here are 10 questions in regards to the group to get you to the primary pitch, at 4:05 p.m. [Billy Penn]
• Don’t count on the Eagles’ Tush Push to go away anytime quickly. The try to ban it lacks the votes, insiders say. [Crossing Broad]
• “Philly, I like you”: A West Philly avenue was renamed for actor, rapper Will Smith. [NBC10]
Philly DA Race
Candidate appearances:
MAYOR WATCH
Mayor Parker will be part of neighborhood companions and metropolis officers for a particular occasion to honor Ladies’s Historical past Month, at Metropolis Corridor. (12 p.m.)
The mayor will be part of the Better Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce for a celebration of the Lehigh Valley communities, at Delta Inns by Marriott, 7736 Adrienne Drive, Breinigsville. (5:50 p.m.)
ON THE CALENDAR
👭🏽 Ladies’s Historical past Month occasions in Philly
🙌🏽 WHYY Civic Information Convention – April 4
🛍️ Friday, March 28: Trans Day of Visibility 2025: Vendor Market & Vogue Present
Rejoice on the William Approach LGBTQ Neighborhood Middle with a lineup of trans makers, artists and creatives at their indoor vendor market, then stick round for a one-of-a-kind vogue present that includes trans designers and fashions — with all seems styled from Philly AIDS Thrift. (4 to eight p.m.)
🎨 Friday, March 28: Artwork Battle Philadelphia
Immerse your self within the thrill of stay competitors as gifted artists race towards the clock, bringing their visions to life with each daring stroke. Vote on your favorites and assist crown the last word champion throughout three rounds. Then bid by yourself distinctive masterpiece. $20-30 tickets. (6 to 10 p.m.)
🍬 Saturday, March 29: Candy Souls: Confectionery Connections
On this strolling tour, be taught in regards to the people and households who invented scrumptious merchandise we nonetheless devour at this time. Be a part of a post-tour tasting of sweets invented by a few of Laurel Hill Cemetery’s residents. As much as $20 tickets. (1 to three p.m.)
🫶🏽 Saturday, March 29: Listening to Philadelphia rally and efficiency
This community-based music mission honoring Philadelphians misplaced to gun violence will carry out at Metropolis Corridor and likewise characteristic a clothes drive, job truthful and psychological well being assets. With assist from Mothers Bonded By Grief. (3 to 4:30 p.m.)
🪨 Saturday-Sunday, March 29-30: Philly Mineral Treasures and Fossil Honest
This annual rock, mineral and fossil present options 30+ distributors promoting minerals, fossils, gems, crystals, meteorites and jewellery from everywhere in the world. Plus books, ornamental gadgets and different merchandise. Children can benefit from the fossil dig and obtain free minerals. Held at LuLu Temple, 5140 Butler Pike, Plymouth Assembly, simply off PA Turnpike I-276, exit 333 or I-476, exit 20. Free parking. $7 adults; $2 youngsters. (10 a.m. to five p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday)
🛍️ Sunday, March 30: Richmond Road Flea
The primary flea market of the yr returns to Richmond Road, from Clearfield to Allegheny, with native companies and 50+ visitor distributors, plus stay music and DJ units on Clementine Road. (11 a.m. to five p.m.)
🍸 Sunday, March 30: Magic of Botanical Mixology at Philadelphia Distilling
Be taught in regards to the historical past and well being advantages of some key herbs and botanicals, in addition to their makes use of in beer brewing, distilling and cocktails. Take pleasure in every in teas, tinctures, beer infusions, spirits and cocktails. The speak will embrace moral sourcing and foraging practices and sensible makes use of. Discover ways to forage your personal elements. $48.25 tickets. (1 to three p.m.)
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