PECO has withdrawn its plan to increase electric rates by an average 12.5% after facing criticism from consumers and local politicians.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 28 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 23 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 17 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 20 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 23 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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