Break Ground at Ralph Brooks Park with Philadelphia Eagle Connor Barwin
November 13, 2014
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Public Affairs
Ralph Brooks Tot Lot, a small playground in Point Breeze with basketball courts and a play area for children, was named after a seven year old boy who was shot and paralyzed at the site in 1988. The shooting galvanized the community and the park has carried his name as a symbol against violence ever since. The park, now over 25 years old, has seen better days…and soon it will again.
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Endangered Shortnose Sturgeon Returns to the Schuylkill
November 7, 2014
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Public Affairs
Last summer, just below the Fairmount Dam on the Schuylkill River, an angler managed to catch a shortnose sturgeon, a species of fish that has been on the endangered species list since 1967!
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Green City, Clean Waters Wins Planning Excellence Award
October 21, 2014
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Public Affairs
Congratulations to our Green City, Clean Waters program for being awarded the American Planning Association (APA) Pennsylvania Chapter’s Planning Excellence Award in Implementation!
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Greening Lea Playground
October 17, 2014
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Public Affairs
Congratulations to Lea Elementary School which recently completed phase I of its playground transformation project! Previously an asphalt lot, the Greening Lea project will revitalize the school’s 41,000 square foot playground and convert it into a vibrant, fun educational space for the school and the larger community.
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Meet the 2014 Philadelphia Spokesdog Winners!
September 30, 2014
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Public Affairs
Congratulations to the winners of our 2014 Philly Water’s Best Friend Spokesdog Competition: Daisy Ann, a hound dog from Lower Moyamensing and Gracie, a corgi from Juniata! These two eco-friendly pups and their guardians will teach neighbors about the importance of picking up after their pets to keep our waterways clean.
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Venice Island is Opening!
September 26, 2014
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Brian Rademaekers
After years of hard work and collaboration between the
Philadelphia Water Department, Philadelphia Parks and Recreations, and the
Manayunk community, Venice Island will open to the public!
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For the Love of Water FLOW
September 19, 2014
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Public Affairs
This Sunday, September 21st, show your affection for water by joining the Fairmount Water Works for FLOW, a festival for the Love of Water.
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A Fishing Success on Schuylkill Banks
September 12, 2014
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Public Affairs
On Saturday, September 6th, the Philadelphia Water Department, the Schuylkill River Development Corporation, Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, and PA Fish & Boat convened at Schuylkill Banks for the 10th Annual Philly Fun Fishing Fest. With sunny, perfect weather it was a great opportunity for family and friends to unwind by the water and try their hand at fishing.
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A Greener Hackett Elementary Brings Excitement to the Neighborhood
September 9, 2014
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Public Affairs
Horatio B. Hackett Elementary School is lucky to have a large schoolyard—nearly an acre of land in the middle of the city—but many people describe it as a “sea of pavement.” As it stands, the schoolyard is almost completely covered in asphalt but will soon transform into a lush green space with benefits for students, the neighboring communities and the environment.
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Register Today For a Fun-Filled Saturday
September 4, 2014
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Public Affairs
Have you registered for the 2014 Philly Fun Fishing Fest yet? If not, the last day to register is today!
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