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Melissa Mitman

Melissa Mitman is the Editor of Metro Philadelphia. Born and raised in Philadelphia, she has more than 15 years of experience in community journalism. An award-winning writer, Melissa has a passion for Philly sports, especially the Phillies, photojournalism and is a proud mom of two kids. Send all questions, comments, reactions and anything Philly-related to Melissa.mitman@metro.us

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Local

Philadelphia strike drags on, disrupting trash collection and July 4th events

By Melissa Mitman
SEPTA
Transit

SEPTA Board approves massive service cuts, price hikes

By Melissa Mitman
Latine Philadelphia
Latino

Why the terms “second-generation” and “third-generation” matter for Philadelphia’s Latine communities

By Garett Fadeley, 2PuntosPlatform
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Local

Free summer meals available for Philly kids — no ID or sign-up needed

By Melissa Mitman
No Kings
Center City

“No Kings, No Crowns” — Protesters crowd Philly streets with message of resistance

By Melissa Mitman
child hit and run
Crime

Child struck by SUV in Strawberry Mansion hit-and-run

By Melissa Mitman
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Northeast Philadelphia

3 injured in Northeast Philadelphia shooting

By Melissa Mitman
Bernie Sanders
Local

Bernie Sanders, Philadelphia labor leaders rally against billionaire power

By Melissa Mitman
wellness
Northeast Philadelphia

Wellness, wisdom and community shine at Healthy Aging Expo

By Melissa Mitman
Medical marijuana
Health

Is medical marijuana the right treatment for you? Here’s what you need to know

By Tracey Romero
Delco
Local

Advocates, allies march in Delco to honor Trans Day of Visibility

By Melissa Mitman
Sara Carano
Local

A life of laughter, love and resilience: Remembering Sara Carano

By Melissa Mitman
Krasner impeachment
Local

Philly DA Larry Krasner announces re-election campaign

By Melissa Mitman
Eagles
Local

Lots of love: Fans flock to Eagles Super Bowl Parade on Valentine’s Day

By Melissa Mitman
Eagles Super Bowl
Local

Eagles’ Super Bowl Parade: Route, schedule, school closures and more

By Melissa Mitman
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Eagles championship parade set for Friday

By Melissa Mitman
Eagles
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Eagles fans flood Broad Street after Super Bowl LIX victory

By Melissa Mitman
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Philly Mayor: “Do not climb light poles”

By Melissa Mitman
Metro Philadelphia
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Metro Philadelphia will skip Monday print edition, resumes Tuesday with Super Bowl LIX coverage

By Melissa Mitman
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Local

Philly preparations underway for Super Bowl LIX weekend

By Melissa Mitman
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