Growth at Self Help
Self Help Movement, an alcohol and drug residential treatment facility at 2600 Southampton Road, last week hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate $10 million in renovations and expansion. [Read More]
Leading Star of Hope for 40 years
The Star of Hope Baptist Church community gathered at the Philadelphia Ballroom to celebrate the Rev. Hubert Barnes’ 40 years as pastor. [Read More]
Philly bars to stay open late for World Cup, America’s 250th under new bill
As America 250 and World Cup events begin, Philadelphia will be able to extend the festivities late into the night thanks to a new bill. [Read More]
Scam Awareness Fair for seniors
State Sen. Joe Picozzi (R-5th dist.) and the 8th Police District will hold a Scam Awareness Seminar for seniors on Wednesday, April 8, at 11:45 a.m. at St. Katherine of Siena parish hall, 9700 Frankford Ave. [Read More]
Create artwork for America’s 250th
State Sen. Joe Picozzi is asking students in kindergarten through 12th grade to submit artwork inspired by America’s 250th birthday. [Read More]
Remembering the plane crash victims
On the one-year anniversary of the deadly medical airplane crash on Cottman Avenue, Mayor Cherelle Parker joined first responders, survivors, the families of victims and others in placing two wreaths near the site. [Read More]
Picozzi backs health-related tax credits
Senator Picozzi and Representative Joe Hogan announced they will be introducing legislation to provide tax credits for Pennsylvanians who want to make investments in the health of themselves and their families but may be deterred by the rising costs of gym memberships and youth sports. [Read More]
Stefano, Rothman and Picozzi to Introduce Bill Offering Flexibility for Property Redevelopment Projects
With Pennsylvania continuing to face a statewide housing crisis, Sens. Pat Stefano (R-32), Greg Rothman (R-34) and Joe Piccozi (R-5) are offering a solution through legislation focusing on property tax abatements for redevelopment projects. [Read More]
PA memo pushing for youth sports tax credit, what this would do for parents
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — A Pennsylvania senator is pushing for youth sports to stay accessible for parents and children across the Commonwealth with a proposed tax credit. [Read More]
Northeast Philly’s Joe Picozzi looks back on a year in the state senate
A few weeks after Sen. Joseph Picozzi took the oath of office — now 30, he is now one of the youngest people ever elected to the Pennsylvania state senate and the first Republican to represent Philadelphia since 1996 — tragedy struck his district when a small medical plane fell from the sky. [Read More]
Unclaimed property event Tuesday afternoon at Picozzi office
The office of State Treasurer Stacy Garrity will hold an unclaimed property event on Tuesday, Dec. 9, from noon to 3 p.m. at the office of state Sen. Joe Picozzi, 12361 Academy Road. [Read More]
Caring for the needy at Thanksgiving
A number of elected officials gathered at Caring for Friends, 12271 Townsend Road, to prepare meals for the needy at Thanksgiving. [Read More]