Annemarie Dooling
@travelinganna.bsky.social
Independent journalist. Bylines WSJ, Vox, NYT, USA TODAY, Etc. Studying information & happiness at Penn.
I was sent a note that shows changes may come to the Philly shelter system intake process, limiting who can use shelters by ID www.theplatia.com/philly-shelt...
Changes may be coming to the Philly shelter policy
A glimpse of future policy leaves us with questions
www.theplatia.com
October 7, 2026 at 11:55 AM
I was sent a note that shows changes may come to the Philly shelter system intake process, limiting who can use shelters by ID www.theplatia.com/philly-shelt...
The latest wave of media layoffs is extremely disheartening, but will keep happening while the executive class is in control of media. While we give power to execs and creators from wealthy backgrounds, information will always be something to drive revenue and not community utility.
September 18, 2026 at 2:48 PM
The latest wave of media layoffs is extremely disheartening, but will keep happening while the executive class is in control of media. While we give power to execs and creators from wealthy backgrounds, information will always be something to drive revenue and not community utility.
I love few things as much as I love a cemetery farm www.theplatia.com/philly-cemet...
Get your late-summer tomatoes at this Philly cemetery
Peppers, eggplant and houseplants bloom at GreenHorn Gardens in Arlington Cemetery
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September 17, 2026 at 7:48 PM
I love few things as much as I love a cemetery farm www.theplatia.com/philly-cemet...
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WSJ editorial board FOIAs emails showing Sen. Katie Britt’s office privately seeking Trump tariff exemptions for Alabama — while she’s publicly praising the tariffs. www.wsj.com/opinion/kati...
Opinion | One Senator’s Plea for Tariff Breaks
How protectionism works in practice: Public support, but seeking exemptions in private.
www.wsj.com
September 16, 2026 at 12:17 PM
WSJ editorial board FOIAs emails showing Sen. Katie Britt’s office privately seeking Trump tariff exemptions for Alabama — while she’s publicly praising the tariffs. www.wsj.com/opinion/kati...
Information about the community belongs in the community, so we're teaching journalism skills. This event is open to everyone who RSVPS, no journalism background necessary.
givebutter.com/ncc-love-lab
givebutter.com/ncc-love-lab
Think Like a Journalist workshop
News Creator Corps x Love Lab
givebutter.com
September 16, 2026 at 3:17 PM
Information about the community belongs in the community, so we're teaching journalism skills. This event is open to everyone who RSVPS, no journalism background necessary.
givebutter.com/ncc-love-lab
givebutter.com/ncc-love-lab
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Thousands of immigrants did the hard, dirty work of clearing rubble and toxic dust and debris from Ground Zero. Many were undocumented laborers sent to work every day with no special PPE, and got cancer as a result. Now some of those same people are living in fear of ICE.
www.npr.org/2026/09/11/n...
www.npr.org/2026/09/11/n...
They cleaned up ground zero. Now many are hiding from ICE
After 9/11, thousands of rescue and cleanup crews went to work at ground zero. They were exposed to toxic debris and experienced psychological trauma. Today, many say they live in fear of deportation.
www.npr.org
September 11, 2026 at 5:55 PM
Thousands of immigrants did the hard, dirty work of clearing rubble and toxic dust and debris from Ground Zero. Many were undocumented laborers sent to work every day with no special PPE, and got cancer as a result. Now some of those same people are living in fear of ICE.
www.npr.org/2026/09/11/n...
www.npr.org/2026/09/11/n...
Viral videos say those uber eats robots deliver medication, so I looked up the laws that state those robots CANNOT deliver medication in philly
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www.theplatia.com/philly-robot...
No, Uber robots are not delivering medicine
Despite viral videos telling you they are
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September 11, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Viral videos say those uber eats robots deliver medication, so I looked up the laws that state those robots CANNOT deliver medication in philly
www.theplatia.com/philly-robot...
www.theplatia.com/philly-robot...
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The towering maple trees and native hazelnut bushes on Salvatierra Farms break up the surrounding corn and soybean fields that sprawl across southern Minnesota.
For these Midwest farmers, regenerative agriculture is about more than soil health. It's spiritual
The towering maple trees and native hazelnut bushes on Salvatierra Farms break up the surrounding corn and soybean fields that sprawl across southern Minnesota.
www.mprnews.org
September 10, 2026 at 7:11 PM
The towering maple trees and native hazelnut bushes on Salvatierra Farms break up the surrounding corn and soybean fields that sprawl across southern Minnesota.
Got exclusive access to the kitchen space of an international commune cafe and no one will take the article, so I guess I’m doing it for my own site!
September 10, 2026 at 5:27 PM
Got exclusive access to the kitchen space of an international commune cafe and no one will take the article, so I guess I’m doing it for my own site!
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happy labor day
September 1, 2025 at 11:19 AM
happy labor day
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Whatever happened to John Fetterman, between the stroke and the mental health issues he's been dealing with, this isn't "just decided that being an anti-Dem troll was more fun." This is profound, and that staff is leaking texts like these shows that they know it.
www.wsj.com/politics/pol...
www.wsj.com/politics/pol...
![In Pennsylvania, Fetterman has receded from the public eye, rarely interacting in person with voters during his three-plus years in office.
When three police officers were killed near Fetterman’s hometown of York last September, he backed out of attending the funeral because it was too long.
Aide
Update on the event:
No one will be allowed to staff you due to number restrictions. The organizers are requiring everyone to be seated by 11:00 am and the funeral will begin at noon and last at least 3 hours. The dress code is formal.[…]
Fetterman
3 hours??
Aide
Yes it’s a very formal ceremony and the equivalent of 3 separate funerals.
Fetterman
This may be a nonstarter
Source: messages reviewed by WSJ](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:wovz3whdkughp6decczypkqq/bafkreigvjegfc5csctanddnpzdyhwkvassbxh7p4krc3ask7qym4dlz6qy)
September 4, 2026 at 2:01 AM
Whatever happened to John Fetterman, between the stroke and the mental health issues he's been dealing with, this isn't "just decided that being an anti-Dem troll was more fun." This is profound, and that staff is leaking texts like these shows that they know it.
www.wsj.com/politics/pol...
www.wsj.com/politics/pol...
I’m building my tiny newsroom in transparency so here's august for theplatia.com
I wrote less but heavily featured mutual aid orgs that needed volunteers. Summer is hard because volunteers tend to go on vacation.
But I led 19 new folks to one group, and my event got more volunteers then ever before.
I wrote less but heavily featured mutual aid orgs that needed volunteers. Summer is hard because volunteers tend to go on vacation.
But I led 19 new folks to one group, and my event got more volunteers then ever before.
The Platia: Information as Harm Reduction
Civic trainings, volunteering and harm reduction newsroom in Philadelphia.
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September 1, 2026 at 2:55 PM
I’m building my tiny newsroom in transparency so here's august for theplatia.com
I wrote less but heavily featured mutual aid orgs that needed volunteers. Summer is hard because volunteers tend to go on vacation.
But I led 19 new folks to one group, and my event got more volunteers then ever before.
I wrote less but heavily featured mutual aid orgs that needed volunteers. Summer is hard because volunteers tend to go on vacation.
But I led 19 new folks to one group, and my event got more volunteers then ever before.
The age demographics here are interesting, especially that 65+ reversal
www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/...
www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/...
Majority of Americans prefer spread-out communities with big houses
55% of Americans say they would prefer to live in a community where houses are larger and farther away from amenities – compared to 44% who say the opposite.
www.pewresearch.org
August 31, 2026 at 4:48 PM
The age demographics here are interesting, especially that 65+ reversal
www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/...
www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/...
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Just before layoffs, @buzzfeed.com management reversed its policy of paying out unused PTO to laid off employees. Because @huffpostunion.bsky.social codified the previous policy, union members will be paid out. I urge BuzzFeed management to pay non-union employees for the PTO they earned
August 24, 2026 at 2:21 PM
Just before layoffs, @buzzfeed.com management reversed its policy of paying out unused PTO to laid off employees. Because @huffpostunion.bsky.social codified the previous policy, union members will be paid out. I urge BuzzFeed management to pay non-union employees for the PTO they earned
We could really use a few more volunteers to get food to the South Philly community this Friday.
Here's what you'd be doing: www.theplatia.com/behind-the-s...
Here's what you'd be doing: www.theplatia.com/behind-the-s...
What is free food reclaimation?
Join mutual aid groups for a weekly free food picnic at Mifflin Square Park. Reach out if you want to bring some food. Everyone is welcome.
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August 24, 2026 at 8:15 PM
We could really use a few more volunteers to get food to the South Philly community this Friday.
Here's what you'd be doing: www.theplatia.com/behind-the-s...
Here's what you'd be doing: www.theplatia.com/behind-the-s...
This woman brings farmer's markets to dive bars so that folks who work in mornings can get fresh produce too www.theplatia.com/philly-after...
Join Philly's After Hours Produce Club
Meet Rachel Wilson, the woman bringing the farm to the dive.
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August 23, 2026 at 11:11 PM
This woman brings farmer's markets to dive bars so that folks who work in mornings can get fresh produce too www.theplatia.com/philly-after...
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16 months ago: Never forget how it started.
BREAKING: The FDA is planning to end most of its routine food safety inspections, according to CBS News.
www.cbsnews.com/news/fda-foo...
www.cbsnews.com/news/fda-foo...
FDA making plans to end its routine food safety inspections, sources say
Food safety inspections would be left to state and local authorities under the plan being developed by the FDA.
www.cbsnews.com
August 23, 2026 at 1:30 AM
16 months ago: Never forget how it started.
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Never knew about Mary Morello I’m somewhat embarrassed to say, but what a life she led. RIP to a real champion of what America is supposed to be.
www.nytimes.com/2026/08/14/u...
www.nytimes.com/2026/08/14/u...
Mary Morello, Free Speech Activist Who Defended Explicit Lyrics, Dies at 102 (Gift Article)
An Illinois teacher — and the mother of the rock star Tom Morello — she took on Tipper Gore during culture war skirmishes over warning labels on records.
www.nytimes.com
August 19, 2026 at 12:39 PM
Never knew about Mary Morello I’m somewhat embarrassed to say, but what a life she led. RIP to a real champion of what America is supposed to be.
www.nytimes.com/2026/08/14/u...
www.nytimes.com/2026/08/14/u...
Volunteers are still needed to cook for outreach in Kensington, or join a few animal rescues.
I will be feeding people this Friday and would love to meet new volunteers 
www.theplatia.com/philly-augus...
I will be feeding people this Friday and would love to meet new volunteers 
www.theplatia.com/philly-augus...
The Philly August Volunteering Calendar
Every month I highlight volunteering opportunities with mutual aid groups.
www.theplatia.com
August 19, 2026 at 12:27 AM
Volunteers are still needed to cook for outreach in Kensington, or join a few animal rescues.
I will be feeding people this Friday and would love to meet new volunteers 
www.theplatia.com/philly-augus...
I will be feeding people this Friday and would love to meet new volunteers 
www.theplatia.com/philly-augus...
This random study says I can continue skateboarding so I’m going to definitely do it and hurt myself
 www.instagram.com/p/DcMoGZuhxr...
 www.instagram.com/p/DcMoGZuhxr...
Instagram
Create an account or log in to Instagram - Share what you're into with the people who get you.
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August 18, 2026 at 11:49 PM
This random study says I can continue skateboarding so I’m going to definitely do it and hurt myself
 www.instagram.com/p/DcMoGZuhxr...
 www.instagram.com/p/DcMoGZuhxr...
A shocker I’m shocked
“X’s algorithm learns what you hate and shows you more of it, according to a new study just published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences”
www.404media.co/xs-algorithm...
www.404media.co/xs-algorithm...
X's Algorithm Feeds Off Ragebait and Impacts Democrats More, Study Finds
X is driving engagement by making users fight in the replies.
www.404media.co
August 18, 2026 at 11:46 PM
A shocker I’m shocked
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“X’s algorithm learns what you hate and shows you more of it, according to a new study just published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences”
www.404media.co/xs-algorithm...
www.404media.co/xs-algorithm...
X's Algorithm Feeds Off Ragebait and Impacts Democrats More, Study Finds
X is driving engagement by making users fight in the replies.
www.404media.co
August 18, 2026 at 1:34 PM
“X’s algorithm learns what you hate and shows you more of it, according to a new study just published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences”
www.404media.co/xs-algorithm...
www.404media.co/xs-algorithm...
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THRILLED to share this slice of life story I’ve been chuckling about for weeks now. based on a real life quandary, what happens if a couple shares an exclusive bean club membership but then divorces? who should get the beans? I asked Bay Area chefs their opinions www.coyotemedia.org/bean-club-di...
It’s Over — But I’m Keeping The Bean Club
When heirloom beans are caught in the middle of a messy divorce, who should get custody? Bay Area food club leaders chime in.
www.coyotemedia.org
August 17, 2026 at 1:23 PM
THRILLED to share this slice of life story I’ve been chuckling about for weeks now. based on a real life quandary, what happens if a couple shares an exclusive bean club membership but then divorces? who should get the beans? I asked Bay Area chefs their opinions www.coyotemedia.org/bean-club-di...
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Regularly interacting with farm animals can result in reduced depression and greater feelings of calm and purpose www.theplatia.com/philly-farm-...
This farm sanctuary hosts coffee with cows
Better yet, you can volunteer with them.
www.theplatia.com
August 16, 2026 at 7:42 PM
Regularly interacting with farm animals can result in reduced depression and greater feelings of calm and purpose www.theplatia.com/philly-farm-...
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Minnesota cities and counties are increasingly divided over Flock cameras, with some police agencies touting the technology as a powerful tool for solving crimes while others are shutting down cameras amid privacy concerns.
Flock cameras face growing public scrutiny across Minnesota
While some cities have opted to shut down Flock cameras over privacy concerns, others are reconsidering how they use the technology. Dayton is holding an informational meeting about Flock cameras Tues...
www.mprnews.org
August 17, 2026 at 2:51 PM
Minnesota cities and counties are increasingly divided over Flock cameras, with some police agencies touting the technology as a powerful tool for solving crimes while others are shutting down cameras amid privacy concerns.