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PHOENIXVILLE, PA — A collaborative effort between three Phoenixville-based nonprofits has resulted in the establishment of the new Open Hearth–PACS (OHPACS) Garden, aimed at addressing food insecurity in the region. …
Phoenixville Nonprofits Unite to Fight Hunger with Life-Changing Community Garden Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro signed SB 645 into law on Monday, making it easier for community gardeners to claim legal ownership of vacant lots they have maintained in …
New Law Helps Philadelphia Gardeners Claim Ownership of Vacant Lots Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Monday, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives narrowly passed Senate Bill 645 with a vote of 102-100. The bill, which had already cleared the Senate on June …
Pennsylvania House Passes Bill to Empower Philadelphia Residents in Reclaiming Vacant Land Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant stride towards urban beautification and land reform, the Pennsylvania Senate has passed Senate Bill 645, introduced by Senator Hughes. The legislation, which cleared the …
Pennsylvania Senate Passes Bill to Turn Vacant Lots into Community Gardens Read More