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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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Editorial: Lifting each other up on International Women’s Day

By Melissa Mitman
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Cherry Street Pier Artist and Artisans Market opens Friday

By Melissa Mitman
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Share your story: Metro wants to hear about your vaccination experience

By Melissa Mitman
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Opinion

Editorial: Kamala Harris has changed the face of U.S. politics

By Melissa Mitman
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Editorial: Philly institutions plan virtual MLK Day celebrations

By Melissa Mitman
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Opinion

Editorial: You can’t have unity without justice

By Melissa Mitman
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Editorial: A tale of two justice systems

By Melissa Mitman
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Editorial: Face the facts, masks save lives

By Melissa Mitman
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Simply the best — Vote for your favorite Philly jawn 

By Melissa Mitman
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Schooled: Tips to help with online learning

By Melissa Mitman
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Philadelphia Museum of Art’s annual show to be held virtually

By Melissa Mitman
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National Constitution Center offers free classes for students, teachers

By Melissa Mitman
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Philadelphia Streets Department resumes normal trash schedule

By Melissa Mitman
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National Constitution Center to reopen on Aug. 5

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Philadelphia Folk Festival goes virtual with “Fest in Place”

By Melissa Mitman
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“Mighty Song Writers” video series hits all the right notes

By Melissa Mitman
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Philadelphians urged to stay vigilant as COVID-19 cases rise

By Melissa Mitman
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Classroom clash: Debating the reopening of Philadelphia schools

By Melissa Mitman
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ACCT Philly reopens with new safety procedures

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Rebuild the Block nonprofit supports Black-owned small businesses

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