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Billy Penn

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    Once cut off from the Schuylkill by industry, railroads and highways, Grays Ferry's Forgotten Bottom is opening up to the river—even as residents grapple with who gets to shape what comes next.
    Finding the Forgotten Bottom of Grays Ferry
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    Ian Dickens, Charles Dickens’ great-great grandson, was in town to help the Philadelphia Pickwick Club celebrate its 45 anniversary and explore his ancestor’s Philly connection.
    Charles Dickens' great-great grandson visits Philadelphia
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    ICYMI, Philly's first-ever parallel parking champion was crowned last weekend after a competition that took over South Street's Headhouse Square.
    Philly Parallel Parking Championship: ‘One-shot Mar’ crowned inaugural champion
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    The corner of 6th and Lombard streets now recognizes Bishop Richard Allen, the founder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Community members say they are “elated.”
    New Richard Allen Way honors late, influential African American leader
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    Philly hosted a thank you celebration this week for the neighbors around Lemon Hill, for their contributions to the FIFA Fan Fest. Residents are asking for something more sustainable.
    Lemon Hill caretakers seek sustainable parks funding as Philly's World Cup legacy project begins
    From billypenn.com