🌱 Negative Tests Not Accepted For Restaurant Entry + Shooting

Dan Casarella
Updated ·3 min read

Happy Wednesday, people of Philadelphia! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy. High: 47 Low: 36.

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Here are the top four stories today in Philadelphia:

  1. The city of Philadelphia announced that full vaccinations are now required for entry into bars and restaurants. Before Tuesday, proof of a negative coronavirus test within 24 hours of entry was acceptable, however, now it is not. The mandate is for anyone 12 and older. (Philadelphia Patch)

  2. A shooting in north Philadelphia has left a 16-year-old dead. The shooting occurred around 6:00 PM on Monday in north Philadelphia. The teenager was shot at least 20 times outside of his home. (CBS Philly)

  3. The school district of Philadelphia was awarded a Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) grant from The U.S. Department of Education. This $29.5 million grant will be disbursed over seven years to support college planning and readiness services for the 12 Philadelphia high schools in 30 middle schools. The GEAR UP Program is going to bring college preparedness to students in economically challenged communities. (philasd.org)

  4. A water main break in Kensington has caused a wet and muddy mess in the neighborhood. The break is near F and Clearfield streets in Kensington. The water has since been shut off. (CBS Philly)

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Today in Philadelphia:

  • Medicare Seminar At Northeast Family Branch YMCA (12:30 PM)

  • Flavors of Philly Food Tour At One Liberty Place (1:30 PM)

  • Solomon Jones At The Free Library of Philadelphia (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

  • The next system looks to bring rain changing to snow into tomorrow but any snow accumulation looks to be fairly minor, most likely under an inch. A more significant storm could impact the area with snow Friday night into Saturday but at this point, the system's track and impacts on the area remain uncertain. (Facebook)

  • The School District of Philadelphia is hosting a virtual job fair on Wednesday, Feb. 2 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Seeking entry-level & experienced professionals for full-time & part-time positions. (Facebook)

  • The Free Library of Philadelphia has opened to its regular hours following the holiday. Please call 1-833-TALKFLP (1-833-825-5357) or visit freelibrary.org/locations for hours and services at your location. (Facebook)


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— Dan Casarella

About me: Dan Casarella is a writer, podcast producer, and small business development specialist who formerly worked in late-night television. He’s produced many talk segments, including with President Joe Biden, Kobe Bryant, and Chadwick Boseman. Dan studied Media Studies and Production at Temple University. He also enjoys running, painting, and the highs and lows of Philadelphia’s sports teams.

This article originally appeared on the Philadelphia Patch