September’s Super First Saturday: Three Ways to Enjoy Philly Waterways in One Day!
September 3, 2019
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Public Affairs
Whether you want to give fishing in the Schuylkill a try, help combat litter while having some fun and food, or are interested in learning more about maritime history and taking a quick cruise, there is something for you on September 7.
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Philly Water Bar Is Quenching Thirst for Facts About Tap: Tap skeptics are getting refreshed on the truth about local water
July 31, 2019
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Public Affairs
More than just free water, Philly Water Bar is helping people rediscover the extremely sustainable, healthy and affordable drink that’s on tap right in their homes. And we’ve already tipped our tap water cups with thousands of residents.
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See Updated Cottman Ave. Green Street Plans: New Open House Walk-In Hours for Input Next Week
July 16, 2019
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Public Affairs
Cottman Avenue’s makeover is advancing, and the City wants your input on a recently finalized concept plan. Come to the Northeast Regional Library between 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23 to see all the big improvements in the works.
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And PWD’s 2019 Spokesdog Is…: Dolphina, a rescue, will guard Philly waterways from poo-llution.
June 10, 2019
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Public Affairs
Philly waterways have a new best friend. Dolphina, a five-year-old pit rescue, will be the face of our efforts to guard local waterways against pet waste. Pet owners and watershed advocates are invited to a June 22 celebration.
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Vote for a Philly Water Spokesdog by May 24: Pick a pup to defend our water from pet waste pollution!
May 20, 2019
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Public Affairs
As our official Spokesdog partners, the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary’s social media feeds are filled with cute puppy pics that help highlight the importance of keeping pet waste out of our waterways. Add your “like” by Friday, May 24.
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Philly Water Bar Popping Up in City Hall Courtyard: Free pours every Thursday all summer long
April 16, 2019
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Brian Rademaekers
Distinct demographic groups buy pricey, pollution-intense bottled water at high rates. Philly Water Bar takes brings this super drink into a setting where fact-based conversations can bubble up.
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Help Us Rep Philly at the Big Cobbs Creek Cleanup: PWD leads one of 38 sites for April 13 volunteer event
April 3, 2019
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Brian Rademaekers
Call us crazy, but we think we can help beat the 18,000+ pounds collected by volunteers during last year’s big Darby-Cobbs Creek Cleanup. We’ll be leading one of the 38 sites targeting 126 miles of streams on Saturday, April 13th.
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WIP’s Angelo Cataldi Raves About Philly Tap – ‘It’s AMAZING!’: Commissioner McCarty Grants Special Status
April 2, 2019
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Brian Rademaekers
One the biggest voices on local airwaves just earned himself the title of Honorary Tap Water Ambassador and an open invite to bartend at the Philly Water Bar, which debuts April 24 in the City Hall Courtyard.
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‘Philly Water Bar’ = Pouring Philly’s Finest Tap: Our top-notch water will be the star at the inaugural Philly Water Bar.
March 22, 2019
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Brian Rademaekers
Philadelphia’s top-quality, affordable drinking water will be the star at the kick off for our Philly Water Bar pop-up, set for noon in the City Hall Courtyard on April 24.
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Commissioner McCarty Retiring, Honored By Mayor Kenney: 37 Years of Protecting, Delivering Philadelphia’s Water
March 14, 2019
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Public Affairs
City officials, Water Department staff and Mayor James Kenney recognized her tenure in a ceremony marking the end of a dedicated and prolific career in public service.
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