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...But PA utilities can now shut off some customers for non-payment

Pennsylvania utilities will be allowed to resume shutoffs of many nonpaying customers on Nov. 9 after state regulators lifted a moratorium imposed at the onset of the coronavirus pandemic emergency. more

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Symposium discusses 'Minorites in Health Sciences' for HS students

Students will listen to professionals in the health field about their careers, COVID-19, COVID-19 testing, and the importance of vaccines. more

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Save The Children: City among worst, NJ near the top in care for children

Children living in Philadelphia are among the most disadvantaged in America when it comes to nutrition, poverty, and related measures. New Jersey counties ranked among the top in the country. more

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Reports

Before COVID, poverty in Philadelphia was declining: report

“The pandemic has done massive financial destruction, particularly to lower-income groups." more

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Reports

PA opens first ACA health enrollment marketplace

Pennsylvania on last Tuesday debuted its state-based insurance marketplace, Pennie.com, which will give residents who buy individual health plans an extra four weeks to shop for 2021 coverage. more

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WIC waivers extended until September, 2021

The original nutrition waivers were set to expire on September 30th. more

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NJ offers childcare aid for families with incomes up to $75,000

Families ineligible for the NJ State Child Care Subsidy Program but who need care for their school‐age children because of remote learning eligible to apply for child care tuition assistance. more

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Philadelphia Community Corps offers 'deconstruction' services

The Philadelphia Community Corps, part of Philly Reclaim, is a Deconstruction nonprofit and provides an eco-friendly alternative to demolition. more

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City accepting applications for homeless programs through December

Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funding is available now. more

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Women, people of color most impacted by pandemic recession

The recession caused by the coronavirus has hit Pennsylvania women and people of color particularly hard, as they are more likely to work in jobs that can’t be done remotely. more