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Philadelphia opens new LGBTQ+ visitor center, one of few in country
5+ hour, 5+ min ago (330+ words) Located at 1130 Locust, the center offers visitor services, including itinerary planning and travel information with a focus on LGBTQ+-affirming destinations. It is a simple, sleek storefront in the Gayborhood. And it is now a welcoming spot. On Wednesday, Gov....
Trump administration takes down a rainbow flag at the Stonewall National Monument
2+ week, 1+ day ago (512+ words) The Trump administration has stopped flying a rainbow flag at the Stonewall National Monument NEW YORK " The Trump administration has stopped flying a rainbow flag at the Stonewall National Monument, angering activists who see the change as a symbolic swipe…...
Delaware County approves a nondiscrimination ordinance protecting LGBTQ residents
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (510+ words) Delaware County joins other Philly collar counties in adopting legislation to protect LGBTQ residents as President Donald Trump's administration targets the community through policy and rhetoric. Delaware County became the third of Philadelphia's collar counties to enact local policy protecting…...
Chester County approves ordinance protecting LGBTQ residents during emotional meeting
5+ mon, 1+ day ago (765+ words) The Democratic-controlled Board of Commissioners voted along party lines to approve a sweeping ordinance that goes beyond existing state and federal anti-discrimination law. Dozens of residents broke into applause Wednesday as the Chester County Board of Commissioners voted to become…...
How three of Philly’s collar counties are rushing to protect LGBTQ residents in the Trump era
5+ mon, 6+ day ago (1245+ words) Three of Philadelphia's four collar counties are rushing to protect LGBTQ residents from discrimination locally as President Donald Trump's administration targets the community with both rhetoric and policies. Montgomery, Delaware, and Chester Counties have moved over the course of a…...
How Philadelphia’s LGBTQ-owned companies thrive: Tips from local small business leaders
8+ mon, 2+ week ago (943+ words) Owning that and staying true to myself has helped build a business where people feel at home," one local business owner said. Ashraf Khalil, the owner of iCreate Cafe in Pottstown, flies a rainbow flag outside the business as a…...
Montco Commissioners say they are walking a ‘tightrope’ while considering protections for immigrants and LGBTQ residents
10+ mon, 3+ week ago (577+ words) During Thursday's board of commissioners meeting, which was held in Lower Merion, Montgomery County's governing board told the audience they were open to and considering options for both a welcoming ... Several residents urged the county to consider the policies at…...