With news today, it’s easy to miss things that happen, even locally here in your neighborhood. #PhillyMayorThisWeek recaps five moments from the past seven days you might’ve missed.

  1. Mayor Kenney participated in a ceremonial bell ringing at the Betsy Ross House on September 11 to honor our brave first responders. He attended the ceremony alongside Police Commissioner Richard Ross, Fire Commissioner Adam Thiel, Prisons Commissioner Blanche Carney, and Councilman Mark Squilla.

  2. The Mayor was joined by Super Bowl champion Lane Johnson in Northeast Philly to showcase the new paving equipment that was made possible from the Administration’s $178 million investment to repave our streets.

  3. Mayor Kenney helped kick off Welcoming Week by attending the second annual Unity Cup Block Party in North Philly! Learn more about Welcoming Week and the upcoming events to celebrate our city’s diverse communities.

  4. The Mayor signed new legislation, sponsored by Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds-Brown, that will empower Philadelphians to live healthier lifestyles. This bill will require chain restaurants to place sodium warning labels on menu items that have high sodium levels.

  5. Mayor Kenney welcomed a special visitor to Philadelphia. His Royal Highness Prince Edward was in town!

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