Citizen of the Week

Peggy Dolan

How a grieving mom turned her most devastating loss into a salvation for thousands of families with hospitalized children

By Autumn Demberger

CHOP’s Gun Safety Rx

Can keeping kids safe from the number one cause of death come from candid healthcare professional-to-parent conversations — paired with free gun locks?

By Autumn Demberger
Citizen of the Week

Lisa Parker, Peace Maker

The local organizer of an international event believes Philadelphia can still become a beacon of nonviolence and cooperation

By Autumn Demberger
Meet a Health Hero

Cheryl Colleluori of HEADstrong Foundation

The 2025 finalist for the Be Well Philly Health Hero Challenge, presented by IBX, carried on her son’s legacy after his death from lymphoma, helping nearly 40,000 cancer patients find free lodging during their own treatments

By Autumn Demberger
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The Woman Question

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The Flower Girl

Leona Davis wanted to repurpose the flowers from her daughter’s wedding. Now she’s created a circle of giving that brings joy, purpose, and sustainability across the region

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