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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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Shapiro: Walz is an exceptionally strong addition to the ticket

By Melissa Mitman
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Here’s the dish on University City Dining Days

By Amanda Brecher
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3 killed, 2 wounded in overnight shootings across Philadelphia

By Melissa Mitman
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South Philadelphia

Shootout leaves 5 wounded in South Philadelphia

By Melissa Mitman
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Metro Philadelphia, Schneps Media win Keystone Media Awards

By Melissa Mitman
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Affordable Housing

Metro launches series investigating Philadelphia’s affordable housing crisis 

By Melissa Mitman
Entertainment

In Celine Song’s soulful ‘Past Lives,’ a triangle of love, identity and destiny

By Melissa Mitman
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New Metro Philadelphia series will spotlight mayoral candidates

By Melissa Mitman
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North Philadelphia

Editorial: Temple University needs to act now and keep students safe

By Melissa Mitman
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Mental health services available in Philadelphia

By Melissa Mitman
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Metro launches video series with local politicians

By Melissa Mitman
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Bienvenidos a Metro Philly Latino! Local and global coverage of Latinx communities

By Melissa Mitman
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Metro Philly to launch new bilingual section

By Melissa Mitman
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Moravia Health adds a personal touch to in-home care

By Melissa Mitman
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With Ertz trade, Philadelphia bids farewell to one of its all-time greats

By Melissa Mitman
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We Rock the Spectrum offers an all-inclusive learning experience

By Melissa Mitman
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Editorial: Nurses are real life superheroes

By Melissa Mitman
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Schneps Media names new publisher at Metro

By Melissa Mitman
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Editorial: Welcome to the Metro team

By Melissa Mitman
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In setback for gay Catholics, Vatican says church cannot bless same-sex unions

By Melissa Mitman & Reuters
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