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Philadelphia Workers End Strike, Secure Raises and Bonuses

7/11/2025

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After eight days of striking, Philadelphia's blue-collar workers have secured a tentative agreement with the city, ending their protest on July 9, 2025. The new three-year contract promises 3% annual raises and a $1,500 bonus, bringing relief to residents as trash collection is set to resume on July 14, easing public frustration over the growing waste crisis.

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After eight days of striking, Philadelphia's blue-collar workers have secured a tentative agreement with the city, ending their protest on July 9, 2025. The new three-year contract promises 3% annual raises and a $1,500 bonus, bringing relief to residents as trash collection is set to resume on July 14, easing public frustration over the growing waste crisis.