🇺🇸 Why staffers are worried about John Fetterman

🏛️ Removed CCP President Speaks Out After More Than a Decade of Service

After serving as the Community College of Philadelphia’s president for 11 years, Donald Guy Generals was shocked that not only was his contract not renewed, but he wouldn’t be able to complete the remainder of the academic year. Weeks after the news broke, Generals sued the college, and on our episode of City Cast Philly he shares his side of the story. [🎧 City Cast Philly]

🚨 Staffers Raise the Alarm About John Fetterman

U.S. Sen. John Fetterman’s shifting politics have been met with either criticism or newfound support. But his ideology may not be the only thing about him that’s different. Since his 2023 hospitalization, former and current staffers have become alarmed by his erratic and dangerous behavior, with one resigning in a bombshell letter: “I think John is on a bad trajectory and I’m really worried about him...[I'm concerned he] won’t be with us much longer.” [🎧 City Cast Philly, 🔒New York Magazine]

🌲How Nature’s Helping Philly’s Gun Violence Survivors

Processing the grief and trauma stemming from gun violence often involves therapy and medication, but that doesn’t necessarily heal all emotional wounds. So groups like Moms Bonded by Grief and Alternatives to Gun Violence Project Circle are helping survivors connect with nature as part of the healing journey without retraumatization. [Love Now Media]

🛒 Philly Whole Foods Union Scores Another Win Thanks to Labor Board

After workers at a Philadelphia Whole Foods market became the first in the country to successfully unionize, the Amazon-owned company asked the National Labor Relations Board in February to set aside the results. Then in April, it was reported that union supporters were being fired from the grocery chain. Now, the NLRB has upheld the union vote, but the chain could still appeal the decision. [WHYY, 🔒The Inquirer, 🔒 Bloomberg]

Step out into the sunshine and enjoy the best of Philly’s markets. Shop for everything from produce to street food to clothing to local artwork. There are many markets around the city, but here are a few to get you started.

Northern Liberties Farmers Market

Back at the Piazza is the Northern Liberties Farmers Market. If you missed out on the Farmers Market Block Party, not to worry. You can stop by the market every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1001 N. 2nd Street. Browse from over a dozen vendors from farmers to brewers to chocolatiers.

Point Breeze Community Market

Did you want to go to the farmers market but accidentally sleep in? In South Philly, there’s a market for the later-in-the-day shoppers. The Point Breeze Community Market is open every Thursday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., shutting down 1300 Point Breeze Avenue. From conchas to t-bone steaks, homemade relish to wine, there’s plenty to find. The market now accepts SNAP and EBT on grocery items.

East Falls Farmers’ Market

Rain or shine, the East Falls Farmers’ Market is open every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 4100 Ridge Avenue. Nestled right under the Twin Bridges, the market sells fresh groceries and goods from local artisans. Be sure to check out its website weekly to see which vendors will be attending. If you go, you can listen to the musical stylings of local performers while you shop.

Southeast Asian Market & Latino Market

What’s better than one market? Two markets! Both marketplaces are located at FDR Park on the weekends. Between April and June, you can find the Southeast Asian Market by the park’s Broad Street exit, and next to the baseball fields between July and October. The market’s open Saturday and Sunday from 10-6 p.m. but during the summer, some vendors may stick around a little later. The Latino Market is open on Sundays from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and is located near FDR Skatepark. Both markets sell food from their respective cultures as well as clothing, plants, and other wares. Be sure to bring a picnic blanket with you!