PECO has withdrawn its plan to increase electric rates by an average 12.5% after facing criticism from consumers and local politicians. Last month, the energy company submitted a proposal to …
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April 20, 2026
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Business & Finance
Free HR and benefits summit at the Barnes Foundation will explore AI, leadership and workplace culture
by myphillyconnection 4 viewsHuman resources and business leaders navigating rapid change in technology and workplace expectations will have a chance to dig into those challenges at a free event in Philadelphia. The Annual …
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Food & Restaurants
Margate Cherry Blossom Celebration returns in early May with music, vendors and spring activities
by myphillyconnection 3 viewsFestivals Cherry Blossoms Provided Courtesy/Margate Business Association Attendees walk along Ventnor Avenue during Margate’s Cherry Blossom Celebration, featuring food trucks, vendors, live music and spring activities. Margate’s Cherry Blossom Celebration …
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Transportation
New York museum acquires rare Philly railcar from 1960s ‘Almond Joys’ fleet
by myphillyconnection 3 viewsA group of transit enthusiasts in upstate New York acquired a 66-year-old Market-Frankford Line car, which they say stands as a "time capsule" to Philadelphia in the 1990s and represents …
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Transportation
Mayor Parker doubles down on rideshare fee, as Uber claims it’s a ‘double tax’
by myphillyconnection 3 viewsUber and Mayor Cherelle Parker exchanged barbs over her proposal to add a $1 tax to all rideshare transactions in Philadelphia, with the tech company launching an ad campaign and …
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Transportation
Unlike other transit systems in World Cup host cities, SEPTA won’t raise fares for matches
by myphillyconnection 4 viewsUnlike transit systems in some other Word Cup host cities, SEPTA will not raise prices for riders going to matches in Philadelphia. Most of the SEPTA’s incurred costs will be …
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