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The Barnes announces June programs including First Friday, ‘Matisse in Morocco,’ and more

1 day ago | metrophiladelphia.com | Zach Ciavolella

This month, The Barnes Foundation will host several programs, from an evening of art and live music to a closer look at the career of famed French visual artist Henri Matisse, and more. Here’s what Philadelphians can expect in June. This Friday, June 6, guests can enjoy an evening of art, live music, film, cocktails, and light fare at Barnes’ monthly First Friday mixer.
Massive SEPTA fire damages 40 buses in Nicetown – Metro Philadelphia

1 day ago | metrophiladelphia.com | Jack Tomczuk

SEPTA wants to get rid of a troubled fleet of all-electric buses after a massive fire damaged dozens of vehicles Thursday morning on a lot within the authority’s Nicetown maintenance facility. The cause of the blaze remains under investigation by the Fire Marshal’s Office, authorities said at a Thursday afternoon news conference. No injuries have been reported. Employees at the adjacent SEPTA Roberts railroad yard noticed the flames at around 6:15 a.m., according to authorities.
Yards, Bald Birds, and Two Roads Brewing unite for a groundbreaking collaboration

1 day ago | metrophiladelphia.com | Zach Ciavolella

Posted on Three independent breweries—Yards Brewing Co., Bald Birds Brewing Co., and Two Roads Brewing—have teamed up for a new collaboration, the B3 Beverage Company. The brewhouses are combining over 100 years of brew-related experience. Focusing on both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, like beers, seltzers, sodas, canned cocktails, and more, B3 Beverage Company is bringing the best of each brew brand to create something fresh and exciting.
Parker’s $800M housing plan up in the air as negotiations continue – Metro Philadelphia

2 days ago | metrophiladelphia.com | Jack Tomczuk

Mayor Cherelle Parker’s ambitious housing plan appeared to be in jeopardy Wednesday afternoon, with at least a few City Council members expressing reservations over her proposal to borrow $800 million to fund the initiative.
Where to celebrate in Philadelphia

2 days ago | metrophiladelphia.com | Zach Ciavolella

Who doesn’t love a hot and fresh donut, especially when there’s a deal? This Friday, June 6, is National Donut Day, and Philadelphia is full of tasty deals. This year, there are plenty of places offering delicious discounts on everything from the classics to crullers, fritters, and beignets. Here are the top places in and around Philly to celebrate the holiday.
How can Philadelphians stay healthy as air quality suffers due to Canadian Wildfires?

2 days ago | metrophiladelphia.com | Zach Ciavolella

As wildfires continue burning in Canada throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan and into Ontario, areas throughout Greater Philadelphia will see their air quality impacted by smoke this weekend. Philadelphia has issued a code yellow air quality alert on Wednesday due to the smoke with the potential to worsen over the coming days.
City Council backs one bill in renter rights push, others stalled – Metro Philadelphia

3 days ago | metrophiladelphia.com | Jack Tomczuk

City Council came to a “consensus” Tuesday to advance only one bill from lawmaker Nicolas O’Rourke’s three-piece legislative package to bolster protections for renters and go after negligent landlords. The decision came after hours of spirited debate and impassioned testimony from tenants, landlord associations, city officials and others.
The Jazz Sanctuary announces 2025 schedule for this year’s ‘Jazz & Joe’

3 days ago | metrophiladelphia.com | Zach Ciavolella

Calling all Jazzophiles, this month features the return of Jazz and Joe, a concert series by Philadelphia’s most distinctive performing arts nonprofit, The Jazz Sanctuary. Featuring live music, coffee, soft drinks, dessert treats, and what’s been called a “BYOB atmosphere,” this year’s Jazz and Joe concert series brings the sounds of jazz to audiences during five free concerts across the Greater Philadelphia area. All events are free and open to the public.
Man charged with stealing $100K from Philly disabled seniors – Metro Philadelphia

4 days ago | metrophiladelphia.com | Jack Tomczuk

A Bucks County man who worked at a nonprofit for people with disabilities stole over $100,000 by defrauding more than a dozen Philadelphia seniors, prosecutors said Monday. Quay Fetherson, 36, of Bensalem, was arrested last week. He used his position as a “fiscal liaison” at Community Options Inc., a longstanding organization, to embezzle funds over a six-year period ending in 2024, according to the District Attorney’s Office.
Gayborhood shooting leaves man dead hours after Pride festival

4 days ago | metrophiladelphia.com | Jack Tomczuk

A man was fatally shot early Monday morning in Center City’s Gayborhood, hours after Philadelphia’s Pride march and festival. Police said the shooting happened just after 2:30 a.m. on the 200 block of S. Camac Street. Officers rushed the adult male victim to Jefferson University Hospital, where he died at around 6:20 a.m., according to authorities. Investigators have not released details on what led to the killing, and there was no word on any arrests. The PPD has not publicly identified the victim.