Voice: Malcolm Burnley
Can this New Food Hall Solve College Hunger?
University City’s Gather stands alone for its commitment to community, small local restaurants and fighting hunger — though you can just go for the tasty food
By Malcolm Burnley
The Man Who May Save Philly’s Small Businesses
Jigar Mehta led an effort to spare small businesses from a shocking tax increase next year wrought by Mayor Parker’s new tax plan. Will it become law?
By Malcolm Burnley
What We Saw At The Ideas We Should Scale Showcase
At The Citizen’s inaugural event last week, funders and supporters had the chance to support three local nonprofits that are aiming for a bigger impact.
By Malcolm Burnley
The War on Drugs School Fundraiser
The Philly fave band will be back at Johnny Brenda’s in December for a three-night-only fundraiser to benefit Philly schools. Tickets go on sale November 21.
By Malcolm Burnley
Say Goodbye To Your (Not Quite) Weed Seltzer
Tucked away in the Senate bill to fund the U.S. government is a provision that would ban all hemp products. In Pennsylvania, which has failed to legalize recreational marijuana, that threatens more than 9,000 jobs — and $50 million in tax revenue.
By Malcolm Burnley
What a Bucks Co Sheriff’s Race Can Tell Us about U.S. Politics
Can a challenger in a Bucks County’s election have the formula for how Democrats can win on public safety?
By Malcolm Burnley
We Are The Champions …
… of squash, thanks to our year-old professional team, the Philadelphia Lightning. That’s just one part of being the undisputed squash capital of the United States
By Malcolm Burnley
The Incredible Shrinking Housing Plan?
Mayor Cherelle Parker’s signature program, H.O.M.E., will build far fewer dwellings than she once promised. Will it solve the problems that need solving?
By Malcolm Burnley
“What it Means to Carry the Weight of Death”
MSNBC contributor and award-winning journalist Trymaine Lee shared insights from his new book, A Thousand Ways To Die, at a Citizen / Free Library Author event last week
By Malcolm Burnley
Hallee Adelman’s “Horrible Day”
The Main Line author, filmmaker and educator's latest book is an allegory about the impact of gun violence on kids
By Malcolm Burnley