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ABOVE PHOTO: Heather McGee speaking at Citizen University in 2016. (Photo: Citizen University) By Mac Johnson From the racial wealth gap and lack of resources in Black communities to police violence, Black people have every reason to exist in a space between eternal pessimism and existential dread. We saw another example as recently as the…

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Each February, Americans observe Black History Month, which was founded by Carter G. Woodson, the son of former slaves, and the “Father of Black History,” to celebrate the achievements of Black Americans and recognize the central role they had in shaping U.S. history. Delaware County is fortunate to have numerous members of the community, schools,…

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Here is a listing of this year’s upcoming events. All will be held on Wednesdays from 12:00 p.m. until 1:30 p.m. unless otherwise indicated. Virtual events Registration is required for each event. Registrants will receive the Zoom link to the event after they register. Wednesday, February 1: Housing, Homelessness, and Food Programs – REGISTER Wednesday,…

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ABOVE PHOTO: This March 7, 2019, file photo, shows the Glen Mills Schools in Glen Mills, Pa. A spokeswoman for the nation’s oldest reform school says they’ll appeal the state’s decision to revoke licenses at the suburban Philadelphia campus amid an investigation into child abuse allegations. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File) ASSOCIATED PRESS  PHILADELPHIA — A…

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ABOVE PHOTO: Lauren Footman During County Council’s December 7 public meeting, the County’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer Lauren Footman presented the 2022 Impact Report, detailing the significant progress being made toward the county’s DE&I goals in 2022. The creation of a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer was a priority of Council and Lauren Footman…

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Starting Monday, December 12, Chester County’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) was relaunched with new eligibility guidelines to support individuals and families facing court-ordered eviction, a utility shutoff, or a need for security deposits to secure permanent affordable housing.  “For those who struggle with the many factors that come with keeping a roof over their…

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ABOVE PHOTO: Robert Wrease Jr. with students Tadiwanashe “Antony” Tuwacha and Zahkee Hawkins in Pittsburgh. (Photo/ DCCC) Two Delaware County Community College students recently attended a four-day leadership program in Pittsburgh hosted by the Presidents’ Round Table (PRT), a group consisting of African American chief executive officers of U.S. community colleges. The PRT is an…

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ABOVE PHOTO: Dr. Valerie Arkoosh, chair, Montgomery County Board of Commissioners (Photo/montcopa.org) NORRISTOWN, Pa. – The Montgomery County Commissioners have released the proposed 2023 Budget and five-year Capital Improvement Plan. This budget continues the County’s commitment to the highest quality delivery of services to constituents, safe and high-quality infrastructure, and continued investment in its county…

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During the September 21 public meeting, Delaware County Council unanimously voted to adopt a resolution to establish the Delaware County Commission for Immigrant Affairs. County Council recognizes the critical need to proactively address the needs of immigrant communities in Delaware County, through the intentional engagement of County residents and community partners. “We are thankful for…

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ABOVE PHOTO: Dr. Valerie Arkoosh and Kenneth E. Lawrence Jr. (Photos/montcopa.org) NORRISTOWN, Pa. – During their board meeting on September 15, the Montgomery County Commissioners took action to allocate an additional $1.2 million dollars in funding to support the county’s unhoused population through increased street outreach and emergency hoteling services.  Rising rents, the lack of affordable…

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