Philadelphia's Rebuild Initiative Partners with PTC for Trades Training at Eastern State Penitentiary
The article discusses a paid training program in trades like carpentry and masonry at Eastern State Penitentiary, for Philadelphians with a high school diploma or GED. Applications are open for full-time academies starting in winter 2025.
Philadelphia Offers Free Ice Skating Sessions at Local Rinks to Promote Winter Fun and Fitness
Parks & Rec offers free public skate sessions at Philadelphia ice rinks, with $3-$5 skate rentals. The initiative promotes fitness and fun, with multiple rinks providing skate lessons and varied schedules for convenience.
Wilmington Announces Altered New Year's Operations, Trash Pickup Continues as Government Offices Close
Wilmington government announces service changes during New Year's, including office closures on Jan 1 and unchanged trash collection. Christmas tree disposal and free parking details are also shared.
Philadelphia Police Seek Driver in Fatal Christmas Day Hit-and-Run in South Philadelphia
Philadelphia police are seeking a driver who fled after fatally hitting a pedestrian in South Philadelphia on Christmas Day. The victim, hit on East Snyder Avenue, died from severe head trauma. Witnesses described the car as a silver or tan sedan.












