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| What Philly's Talking About |
| Roads Reopen Near Parking Garage Collapse | Sections of Grays Ferry Avenue have reopened to traffic following last Wednesday’s tragic collapse. Stores in the Grays Ferry Shopping Center, including Fresh Grocer, have also begun to reopen. Ongoing updates are on the city’s official website. [NBC10, City of Philadelphia] | | PECO Braces for Data Center Energy Demand | PECO’s CEO warns that Pennsylvania needs to increase its energy supply or it won't meet the demand of data centers. At least two centers are planned in the utility company’s coverage area, which could eat up much of the supply. Proposed rate hikes don’t account for data centers, which have sparked concern over rising energy costs. [🔒 Philadelphia Business Journal, 🎧 City Cast Philly] | | Historic Landmarks To Get Upgrades | Fort Mifflin, a Revolutionary War battle site and Civil War prison camp, is getting a tide gate to mitigate flooding at its location along the Delaware River. However, the historic site is in desperate need of more funds for other maintenance. Meanwhile, West Fairmount Park’s Welsh Fountain will be restored, along with safety upgrades and family-friendly spaces in the surrounding area. [🔒 The Inquirer, West Philly Local] | | ICE Challenges PA Over Utilities at Proposed Detention Centers | The Department of Homeland Security filed an appeal after the state blocked ICE from accessing water and sewer at its warehouses, claiming the state was motivated by “antipathy against ICE.” The warehouse conversions are part of a push to open a “New ICE Philadelphia Mega Center.” [Spotlight PA, 🎧 City Cast Philly] | | | Expect Record High Temps This Week | Meteorologists predict that temperatures will reach 90 degrees (yes, you read that correctly). The unusually hot April is another example of how climate change is making a warmer spring season the new status quo. [WHYY] |
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| Your 2026 May Primary Checklist |
| | We’re a month away from Pennsylvania’s primary election, when voters will decide who will appear on November’s ballot, including candidates for key positions like the Third Congressional District seat. | | Before casting your vote on May 19, make a plan. Here are the important deadlines to remember as Election Day approaches. | | Register To Vote | The deadline to register to vote or update your registration before the primary is Monday, May 4. You can confirm your registration by using this tool, calling 1-877-VOTESPA, or reaching the Philadelphia County Voter Registration office at 215-686-1590. | | If you’re not registered to vote, complete an application online. You can also register in person at 520 N. Columbus Blvd. 5th floor (Voter Registration Office), City Hall Room 402 (Philadelphia County Board of Elections), or a satellite election office. | | If you prefer to use mail, print an application online or grab one at the post office, the Free Library of Philadelphia, state liquor stores, or certain government offices. Applications are available in multiple languages. | | You’ll need to update your registration if you have moved or changed your name since the last time you voted. | | See if you’re eligible to vote by checking the requirements here. | | Pick a Party | The May 4 deadline is also your last chance to update your party affiliation before the election. Pennsylvania is a closed primary state, meaning that you can only vote for candidates in the same political party as you, Democrat or Republican. Independent or nonaffiliated voters cannot vote for a candidate during this election, but you can vote on the local ballot questions. These voters can fully participate in November's general election. | | Request a Ballot | If you cannot physically make it to the polls, you can request either an absentee ballot or a mail-in ballot by May 12. The Philadelphia County Board of Elections must receive your application by 5 p.m. | | An absentee ballot can be requested by people who will be away from the city on Election Day or are in the military. In the case of an emergency, last-minute absentee ballots can be requested. Mail-in ballots are available to all eligible voters. You can also decide if you want a one-time mail-in ballot or apply to be an annual mail-in voter. | | Vote on Election Day | Tuesday, May 19, is Election Day. The county election board must receive your mail-in ballot or civilian absentee ballot on this day by 8 p.m. | | If you are voting in person, polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Find your polling place here. |
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🏆 Congrats to Cat from Brewerytown, who correctly guessed the location of last Wednesday’s “Where Is It?” challenge. “Still Life” is located at North Dover and Thompson Streets. | | Before you go, don’t forget to claim your pennant by becoming a Neighbor! That pop of orange and black is perfect to wave around as you cheer on the Flyers during the playoffs. 😉 |
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