City Cast Philly
🕳️ Sinkhole forces closure of Schuylkill River Trail
October 23, 2025 · — Siani Colón
What’s in a name? From the mixed response to the Philadelphia Art Museum’s rebrand to the newly renamed Highmark Mann Center, we know Philadelphians will call things what they want. But what about when it comes to a neighborhood? Who decides that?
What's CITY Talking About
🏃 Sinkhole Prompts Detours on Schuylkill River Trail
A stretch of the Schuylkill River Trail between Race Street and JFK Boulevard is closed until further notice as emergency repairs are made. Pedestrians are asked to use the street network in the meantime. [Schuylkill River Trail]
- Related: Philly’s geology may play a part in why sinkholes are all too common in the city. [🎧 City Cast Philly]
🗳️ Return Your Ballot by Nov. 4
There’s still time to request a mail-in ballot, but it’s important to make sure you fill it in properly. Here’s how to make sure your vote will be counted. [WHYY]
- Related: You’ll be voting on judicial retention this election. So … what exactly is that? [🎧 City Cast Philly]
👮 How Philly Should Improve Public Safety
The Philadelphia Police Department is inviting community members to submit feedback as they develop a 5-year public safety plan. Some community leaders have highlighted the need for more funding for victims services, improved communication, and peace patrols. What do you think should go in a safety plan? [The Trace]
Neighborhood Shoutouts
Every Thursday, we highlight shoutouts from our City Cast Philly Neighbors. Become a member to tell us what you love about Philly.
Thanks Laurie for the suggestion!
What To Do
Thursday, Oct. 23
- 👻 Writing Ghost Stories at A Novel Idea (East Passyunk)
- 🌳 Nature at Noon at Rittenhouse Square (Rittenhouse)
- 🐈⬛ Movie Night with Cats at Get a Gato (Bella Vista)
- 🍫 Chocolate Tour (Old City)
- 📷 Lantern Slide Salon at Wagner Free Institute of Science (North Philly)
- 🎞️ Immigrant Film Showcase at Teatro Esperanza (Hunting Park)
Friday, Oct. 24
- 🪦 Soul Crawl (Night One) at Laurel Hill Cemetery (Allegheny-West)
- 💃 Salsa Class & Social Dance at FDR Park (South Philly)
- 😄 Playtime Comedy at Philly Typewriter (East Passyunk)
- 📼 VHS Club: Spooky Season at the Arts League (Spruce Hill)
- 🎶 Songwriting Workshop at Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture (Olde Kensington)
- 📽️ An Evening with Sam Feder at the Rotunda (University City)
- 🍽️ Flavors of Love at Adelita Taqueria (Bella Vista)
- 👨🍳 Carl & Friends: REUBY Dinner Party at 1830 Lombard St. (Center City)
👖Got old denim you’d like to get rid of? MOM’s Organic Market is hosting a denim drive through Oct. 31 at its Center City, Abington, and Bryn Mawr locations. All donations will be transformed into insulation.
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