John Dougherty sentenced to six years for corruption convictions
A federal judge sentenced former Philly labor leader John “Johnny Doc” Dougherty to six years in prison Thursday and ordered him to report to prison by Sept. 4.
Prosecutors asked for a longer sentence. U.S. District Judge Jeffrey Schmehl, in explaining the sentence, said he was crediting the former union leader for his “incredible work” building up Local 98, but added, “Somewhere along that trip, you lost your way. You lost your integrity.” It’s expected that Dougherty will appeal. Continue reading …
Shakespeare in Clark Park brings the classics with local flavor
Putting on “a party in the park” has long been the underlying ethos of Shakespeare in Clark Park’s mission — this year expressed in a three-play festival with performances in parks around the city and suburbs. The second play, “The Comedy of Errors”, closes Saturday, and an updated “As You Like It” runs July 24-28. Continue reading …
RECAP: What else happened?
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• The Pa. legislature finally approved a budget after weeks of negotiations, laying out a $47.6 billion spending deal that falls short of the investment in public schools Democrats first proposed and is far more than Republicans wanted to spend. [Spotlight PA]
• Mayor Parker doubled down on her return-to-the-office mandate for city workers when faced with union testimony threatening to quit, on the eve of a hearing for a lawsuit filed on behalf of white-collar workers to stop the order. [WHYY]
• Philly’s efforts to mitigate a staffing crisis and address safety and health issues have been insufficient, said a federal judge who said he would rule that Philadelphia’s prison system is in contempt of court. [Inquirer$]
• After targeted TikTok campaign by students impersonating teachers, Great Valley teachers are pushing for a digital citizenship curriculum. [WHYY]
• New Barber’s Hall was set to become a historically designated property. The nomination may now be withdrawn by its longtime owner. [WHYY]
• Photos of the first baby Sumatran orangutan in 15 years to be born at the Philadelphia Zoo have been released to celebrate the milestone in a program working to ensure the survival of the critically endangered species. [NBC10]
MAYOR WATCH
Mayor Parker joins officials at the PHL Taking Care of Business Expansion Expo at Temple University’s Howard Gittis Student Center South to tout expansion plans with cleaning companies, neighborhood-based nonprofits and community leaders. (10 a.m.)
ON THE CALENDAR
👒 Saturday, July 13: Garden Party at Manayunk
Live music, food, and spirits await at the PHS Pop-Up Garden’s Manayunk space. Free with registration. (1 to 3 p.m.)
🥐 Sunday, July 14: Bastille Day block party
Corn hole, the Euro Cup final, balloon art, raffles, and French street food and drinks are on hand for all at the Good King Tavern off of South Street. (12 to 6 p.m.)
🥳 Sunday, July 14: Barnes on the Block
Meet on the Parkway for visual art displays, family-friendly art making, live performances, food trucks, a beer garden, and more to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Mural Arts! All free, but registration is required for access to the “Matisse & Renoir” exhibit. (12 to 5 p.m.)
🍸 Sunday, July 14: Bastille Day happy hour
Latchkey Records spins vinyl, slings $10 cocktails and spritzes and brews, serves Le Burger and a shareable three-course prix fixe, and more. Walk-ins welcome. (4:30 to 8:30 p.m.)
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