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🚆 Shapiro diverts more funds to SEPTA
November 25, 2025 · — Siani Colón
Did ya miss me, Philly? I’m back after some time away and ready to fill my calendar for the remainder of the year. But sometimes I get tired of waiting until a friend is available to check out a new place to eat. Luckily, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and contributor Alisha Miranda have ideas for where — and how — to dine solo in the city.
What's CITY Talking About
Shapiro Directs $220 Million for SEPTA Safety Upgrades
To address months of disruptions to SEPTA’s Regional Rail as the agency complies with mandated federal safety fixes, Governor Shapiro has allocated emergency funds to bring SEPTA back to full service in the next few weeks. The funds will be used to lease and purchase additional rail cars, upgrade the electrical system, and update overhead wires. [🎧 City Cast Philly, 🔒 The Inquirer]
Art Museum Accuses Former Director of Stealing Funds
The museum claims in a new court petition that Sasha Suda, who was ousted by the board earlier this month, repeatedly requested pay increases, and when denied she "misappropriated funds from the museum and lied.” Suda is currently suing for wrongful termination. [The Art Newspaper]
Parker Pushes for New Tax Break for More Housing
In an effort to incentivize developers, Mayor Parker’s administration is drafting legislation that would grant a tax exemption for 20 years if a commercial, school, or industrial building is converted into residential housing. [Metro Philadelphia]
“Go Birds” Now Refers to Pigeons, Too
Philly has been experiencing a women’s sports renaissance, and soon fans of women’s sports will have a new place to gather. The team behind Watch Party Philly unveiled The Stoop Pigeon, a permanent home for its watch parties and community building coming in 2026. [🎧 City Cast Philly, Billy Penn]
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What To Do
Tuesday, Nov. 25
- 🦃 Thanksgiving Turkey + Grocery Giveaway at Conquerors Community Development Corporation (Cedar Park)
- 🏀 Sixers vs Orlando Magic at Xfinity Mobile Arena (South Philly)
- 🎭 A Sherlock Carol at Stagecrafters Theater (Chestnut Hill)
- 🖌️ Intro to Mural Painting at Tacony LAB Community Art Center (Tacony)
Wednesday, Nov. 26
- 🧑🎨 Still Life Narratives Painting Workshop at Bok Building (South Philly)
- 🎬 Screening: “The Last Waltz” at Solar Myth (Passyunk Square)
- 🎙️ Thanksgiving Eve Karaoke Party at Bridget Foy’s (Head House Square)
- 🪩 Disco Esperienza at Irwin’s (South Philly)
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