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🖼️ Ousted CEO sues Philadelphia Art Museum
November 11, 2025 · — Siani Colón
Happy Veterans Day, Philly! Today we honor all of those who have served our country, both living and deceased. But some veterans risk being lost to history. On the anniversary of the end of World War I, we hear from researcher Chris Gibbons about his mission to identify the dead from that war in one hard-hit community in Philly.
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🏛️ Former Art Museum Director Challenges Firing
Sasha Suda alleges there was no “valid basis” for her post-rebrand termination and says her vision for the museum was just not in alignment with “a small, corrupt and unethical faction of the board.” A law firm that contracted with the board recommended her termination following an independent investigation which revealed Suda increased her salary by $39,000 over two years, despite already making about $750,000 annually 🍿👀 [🎧 City Cast Philly, 🔒 The Inquirer]
🧑⚖️ PA Supreme Court To Decide on Hot-Button Issues
The results of last week’s election will shape Pennsylvania’s highest appellate court for the next few years. Among the cases waiting to be decided by these justices include whether Philadelphia’s ghost gun ban violates the state’s preemption law and whether mail ballots should be rejected if they have dating errors. [🎧 City Cast Philly, Spotlight PA]
🏠 Where Are the Homes for These Philadelphians?
Mayor Parker’s H.O.M.E. Initiative is being backed by $800 million in bonds, but can’t move forward without approval from City Council. What’s missing from the plan? Dedicated funding for homes for low-income older adults, who are the most at risk of housing insecurity. [🎧 City Cast Philly, WHYY]
📸 Warning Period Begins for New Red Light Cameras
Drivers will have 60 days to get used to making a complete stop at a red light (as they should) at Eakins Oval or face a fine of $100 when the warning period ends on Jan. 8. [NBC10]
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Ranking Philly’s Supermarkets for Quality and Price
Unfortunately for us, we can’t have it all: The grocery stores with the highest-quality produce and meat don’t have the lowest prices. But there is one customer favorite that costs less on average than Giant, ShopRite, Redner’s, and Acme. See how your preferred supermarkets rank.
What To Do
Tuesday, Nov. 11
- 🧛 ”Dragula Titans” Viewing Party at Strangelove’s (Gayborhood)
- 🥾 Veterans Day Family Hike beginning at Historic RittenhouseTown (Germantown)
- 🦃 Friendsgiving & Poetry Battle at Faceclock Gallery (Norris Square)
- 📖 Book Launch Party: “In Session” at 48 Record Bar (Old City)
- 🎲 Community Game Night at Dornsife Center (University City)
Wednesday, Nov. 12
- 💘 Pitch-a-Friend at Ladder 15 (Center City)
- ✍️ Poetry Writing Workshop at Philly Typewriter (East Passyunk)
- 🎨 Miniature Ceramics at Tuft the World (South Philly)
- 📕 Reading Club at Indy Hall (Northern Liberties)
- 💬 “Memory, Loss”: A Conversation at the Print Center (Rittenhouse)
- 💻 Make Your First Website at Iffy Books (Center City)
- 🎲 Backgammon Social at Sonny’s Cocktail Joint (Graduate Hospital)
- 🥂 Toast to Trails Walk & Party at Cherry Street Pier (Old City)
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🍽️ Despite moves to end the federal government shutdown, food access remains an uncertainty for many. If you or someone you know needs help accessing groceries, the Free Brunch Program’s Free Market is open at 51st and Regent Streets in Kingsessing from 5-7 p.m. today.
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