🌱 New $365 Million Development Downtown + Three Wounded In Stabbing

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Here are the top three stories today in Philadelphia:

1. Big developments are coming to 34th and Grays Ferry. The University of Pennsylvania and Longfellow Real Estate Partners are opening a $365 million, 455,000-square-foot life sciences and biomanufacturing building. Construction is expected to begin in the summer of 2023 and complete during the fall of 2025. Check out two artists' renderings of the building at the link. (The Business Journals)
2. Philly's Police Athletic League offers a safe space for kids during the summer. As the city and mayor work to curb violence in Philadelphia, PAL wants to remind parents that their activities are a great way to keep kids safe and engaged. To see a video report on the program, click the link. (CBS Philly)
3. Three were wounded in a stabbing incident Thursday morning. According to police, the stabbing occurred in the 2500 block of Amber Street just after 9:00 a.m. Officers detained a suspect who is currently in custody. Two women who had been stabbed in the hand and arm, respectively, were taken to the hospital and are listed in stable condition. The third victim, a young man, was stabbed in the wrist and refused treatment. (WPVI-TV)

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Today in Philadelphia:

• Steps To Healthy Living at Yeadon Public Library (9:30 AM)
• Jazz in the Park til Dark at Rittenhouse Square (4:00 PM)
• Summer Reading Kickoff at Yeadon Public Library (4:00 PM)
• Black Gold: An Art Exhibit By Maurice James Jr. at Ultra Silk Gallery (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Let's bring your garden to your table! Free Library of Philadelphia is offering free library book lists about edible gardening, landscaping, and kid-friendly planting ideas. (Free Library of Philadelphia via Facebook)
• Philadelphia VA Medical Center's food pantry will be open for business today between 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. If you or someone you know is a Veteran in need, swing by the third floor multipurpose room every second or fourth Friday of the month. (Philadelphia VA Medical Center via Facebook)
• City of Philadelphia Office of Immigrant Affairs is hosting a free resource fair! On-site food, games, health insurance plans and educational programs for English learners are avaialble. It's all on Jun. 18 at PATH, Inc. from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (City of Philadelphia Office of Immigrant Affairs via Facebook)

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— Dan Casarella

About me: Dan Casarella is a writer, podcast producer, and small business development specialist who formerly worked in late-night television. He’s produced many talk segments, including with President Joe Biden, Kobe Bryant, and Chadwick Boseman. Dan studied Media Studies and Production at Temple University. He also enjoys running, painting, and the highs and lows of Philadelphia’s sports teams.