Ashley Hoffman
As seen in:
Hearst Newspapers,
MSN,
The New York Times,
Yahoo Entertainment,
Yahoo Life,
TIME,
Yahoo News,
Fortune,
People,
Sports Illustrated,
VICE
and
Senior editor @hearst_np, b4: head of newsletters @PhillyInquirer, the pop culture editor @TIME, bylines @NYTimes/@NYMag/@vice/@interviewmag, ONA Judge. Journo.
Is this you? As a journalist, you can create a free Muck Rack account to customize your profile, list your contact preferences, and upload a portfolio of your best work.
Claim your profile
Articles by Ashley Hoffman
Kentucky can help bring back childhood connected to nature
Remember when free range parenting was just parenting? When "don't come home until the street lights come on" was the expectation, not the exception. Today, childhood looks different. Children are spending less time outdoors and more time in front of screens than any generation before them.
Kentucky can restore childhood experience
Remember when free range parenting was just parenting? When “don't come home until the street lights come on” was the expectation, not the exception. Today, childhood looks different. Children are spending less time outdoors and more time in front of screens than any generation before them.
The childhood we’re losing - and how Kentucky can help bring it back
Remember when free range parenting was just … parenting? When “don't come home until the street lights come on” was the expectation, not the exception. Today, childhood looks different. Children are spending less time outdoors and more time in front of screens than any generation before them.
đ All eyes on Jason Kelceâs pump-up dance | Morning Newsletter
The weatherâs looking beautifully sunny this weekend. And welcome back to our weekly âobsession sectionâ just in Saturday editions. Iâm dedicating this weekâs section to Jason Kelceâs instantly iconic onstage dance. This dance is destined for outsize impact and itâs going to live rent-free in my mind all season long. Also, state Sen.
Lleva tu newsletter al siguiente nivel con el nuevo curso avanzado en inglés del Centro Knight
Por Camila Llorente 21 agosto, 2024 Si deseas aumentar la audiencia de tus newsletters, incrementar y diversificar tus ingresos o integrar sin problemas nuevas herramientas, incluida la IA, para lograr así un flujo de trabajo más eficiente, ¡estás con suerte! El Centro Knight se complace en anunciar su nuevo curso avanzado en línea y de bajo costo, Newsletters 2.0: estrategias para deleitar al público y aumentar los ingresos.
Take your newsletter to the next level in new advanced online course from the Knight Center
By Camila Llorente August 14, 2024 If you’ve been looking to grow your newsletter audience, boost and diversify your newsletter revenue, or seamlessly integrate new tools, including AI, for a more efficient workflow, you’re in luck! The Knight Center is excited to announce its new advanced, low-cost, online course, “Newsletters 2.0: Strategies to Delight Audiences and Grow Revenue.” Running from Sept. 9 to Oct.
Philly needs a history trail | Morning Newsletter
Got a lot of good reading recommendations for you today. First is columnist Stephanie Farr’s case for a way to help tourists understand Philly’s history better. Sadly, the 76ers lost to the Knicks last night ending their way-too-short 2024 playoff appearance in front of a home crowd. As the goddaughter of someone who played for the Knicks, watching this close series night after night at home in Philly has been ... emotional.
Overspent | Morning Newsletter
It’s looking like overcast skies this week. Hope you enjoyed our taste of spring Sunday. Today’s top story is about how Philadelphia Office of Homeless Services is under scrutiny for overspending the last four years. Ace reporter Anna Orso is all over tracing what actually happened during this uniquely tumultuous period. And Philly officials are waging war on those unlicensed slot parlors in corner stores.
Don’t wanna be ... all byyyy myyyyself | Morning Newsletter
We’ll have a taste of spring after a sunny but relentlessly cold weekend. But as Cardi B would say, don’t get comfortable. We can tell you what could be next for Philly’s weather patterns as El Niño yields to La Niña and a “blockbuster” hurricane season looms. I’m recommending you read a top story with staying power today all the way through — all about young people navigating the sweeping loneliness epidemic that so many are experiencing right now.
Fulfilling need for green careers starts in the classroom
The U.S. Department of Energy forecasts a demand for millions of new green jobs in the coming years, spanning the manufacturing and deployment of batteries, electric vehicles, wind turbines, solar panels, energy-efficient appliances, biorefineries and more. In fact, energy jobs grew faster than overall U.S. employment in 2021 and 2022, according to the DOE. Green jobs also encompass fields like forest management, sustainable agriculture, conservation, ecological restoration and eco-tourism.
ūüáßūüá∑ Let‚Äôs hit the ice | Morning Newsletter
Good morning, good people! The snow is gone, but chilly temperatures are sticking around today. The silver lining? The sun will make an extended appearance. For today’s top story, we’re hitting the ice with a local athlete who just repped Brazil at the Winter Youth Olympics. Our very own Kristen Graham, who has a Pulitzer Prize, which is essentially journalism’s version of an Olympic gold medal, will walk you through his story.
Get (physically) back to work | Morning Newsletter
☁️ It will be a dreary day and we may see a touch of snow tomorrow. Today’s top story: Mayor Cherelle L. Parker wants to bring the public sector back to the office to urge along a Center City comeback. If the Super Bowl teams didn’t matter to you last night, at least we had self-professed Philadelphian Taylor Swift in the mix, so ... there’s ... that. According to a local baker, only one Kelce was worth watching the Super Bowl for — Jason, of course.
We can’t read all about it | Morning Newsletter
Today should be a cloudless day in the 40s. Maybe the rodent prophet was right after all. We’re looking at positive “headlines” on Philadelphia Sheriff Rochelle Bilal’s campaign website attributed to local news outlets, including The Inquirer, that no one can find. On a happier note, it’s almost Valentine’s Day. With that in mind, do we have two morning newsletter readers with a uniquely Philly love story to share with Paola and me? Email us for a chance to be featured in this newsletter.
Fulfilling need for green careers starts in the classroom
The U.S. Department of Energy forecasts a demand for millions of new green jobs in the coming years, spanning the manufacturing and deployment of batteries, electric vehicles, wind turbines, solar panels, energy-efficient appliances, biorefineries and more. In fact, energy jobs grew faster than overall U.S. employment in 2021 and 2022, according to the DOE. Green jobs also encompass fields like forest management, sustainable agriculture, conservation, ecological restoration and eco-tourism.
Fulfilling needs for green careers starts in classroom
The U.S. Department of Energy forecasts a demand for millions of new green jobs in the coming years, spanning the manufacturing and deployment of batteries, electric vehicles, wind turbines, solar panels, energy-efficient appliances, biorefineries and more. In fact, energy jobs grew faster than overall U.S. employment in 2021 and 2022, according to the DOE. kAmvC66? ;@3D 2=D@ 6?4@>A2DD 7:6=5D =:<6 7@C6DE >2?286>6?E[ DFDE2:?23=6 28C:4F=EFC6[ 4@?D6CG2E:@?[ 64@=@8:42= C6DE@C2E:@?
Investigating construction oversight | Morning Newsletter
Our top story from reporter Samantha Melamed is a revelatory one. Here are the most illuminating and infuriating takeaways from our yearlong investigation into construction oversight in Philadelphia. It’s going to be sunny and in the 40s soon. And on a lighter note, here are the most in-demand concerts coming to Philly including old rubber lips. — Ashley Hoffman (@_AshleyHoffman, morningnewsletter@inquirer.com) If someone forwarded you this email, sign up for free here.
What could be next for I-95 | Morning Newsletter
Our top story of the day is the latest column by Inga Saffron who writes about why I-95 should be less intrusive, not more. And we now know that our new mayor does not shy away from snow. It’s hard to pick a favorite banger by reporter Jason Nark. In fact, his human stories are why I wanted to create our Outdoorsy newsletter, written by the dedicated Paola Perez.
Cherelle Parker talks week 1 | Morning Newsletter
Today we go inside the mayor’s office where Cherelle Parker’s settling into Philly’s highest seat. Our beat writers did predict that it would be close but the Iggles ultimately would win yesterday’s game against the Giants at MetLife Stadium. It became pretty clear early on that the competition dwarfed us, ending the weekend on a low note. Perhaps columnist Mike Sielski wrote it best back in late December after chronicling a series of humbling events.
Philly has a new mayor and top cop | Morning Newsletter
Today’s newsletter will brief you on some of the new people in some of Philly’s most powerful seats. And it should be in the 40s again. There may even be snow later this week breaking the streak like a belated holiday gift. — Ashley Hoffman (@_AshleyHoffman, morningnewsletter@inquirer.com) If someone forwarded you this email, sign up for free here. It’s official. Cherelle L. Parker was inaugurated Tuesday, becoming Philadelphia’s 100th mayor and the first woman to lead the city in its 342 years.
đȘ The annual holiday edition | Morning Newsletter
Seasonâs greetings. Iâm in the spirit to host another holiday edition of this newsletter, but first, weâre getting into spirits. Food reporter Jenn Ladd knows which holiday bars are good this year and restaurant critic Craig LaBan knows the agave to put on your own gift list. And we also know where you can go for holiday fun, thanks to recommendations from our very own staffers. I had the best time at the Mariah Carey concert at Wells Fargo. She really puts on a Christmas show.
Landscape Analysis Unlocks Potential for Environmental Education
Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. Check your email for details. An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account. CAPTCHA Send Email × × Secure & Encrypted What's your email address? Who is this gift for? Optional message for the recipient Who is this gift from? Delivery date What's your billing location?
Landscape analysis unlocks potential for environmental education
In a world facing pressing environmental challenges, the role of education in understanding these issues cannot be overstated. A recent landscape analysis conducted by the Southeastern Environmental Education Alliance (SEEA) has unveiled valuable insights that shed light on the state of environmental education in K-12 schools in the southeastern United States. The landscape analysis draws upon survey data from more than 600 PreK-12 teachers and administrators across eight southeast states.
Analysis provides detailed insight into environmental education
In a world facing pressing environmental challenges, the role of education in understanding these issues cannot be overstated. A recent landscape analysis conducted by the Southeastern Environmental Education Alliance unveiled valuable insights that shed light on the state of environmental education in K-12 schools in the southeastern United States. The analysis draws upon survey data from more than 600 PreK-12 teachers and administrators across eight southeast states.
Landscape analysis unlocks potential for environmental education
In a world facing pressing environmental challenges, the role of education in understanding these issues cannot be overstated. A recent landscape analysis conducted by the Southeastern Environmental Education Alliance (SEEA) has unveiled valuable insights that shed light on the state of environmental education in K-12 schools in the southeastern United States. The landscape analysis draws upon survey data from more than 600 PreK-12 teachers and administrators across eight southeast states.
ūüŹĖÔłŹ Get in, we‚Äôre going down the Shore | Morning Newsletter
As the holiday weekend approaches, we're dedicating this edition to a theme of all things Shore to prep you for the long, Shore weekend.
Philadelphia (Taylor’s Version) | Morning Newsletter
It’s almost time for Taylor Nation to descend on Lincoln Financial Field for the Swiftacular Spectacular, and today our music critic Dan DeLuca has the story. Our team will be covering all things Swiftadelphia this week with Dan DeLuca set to review the performance and more reporters documenting everything from merchandise lines and concert outfits, to what’s going on around town.
We’re getting ready for May | Morning Newsletter Original
It’s a rainy one, but tomorrow’s May 1 and that’s a cause for celebration. We’re getting excited about the best ice cream, and staff recommendations for the best restaurants, Phillies storylines to watch and staff picks for fun things to do. Taylor has some special stories coming your way tomorrow from Craig LaBan, and on a related note: I am absolutely thrilled that this summer we’ll launch one of our most exciting newsletters to date.
🌭 Ranking the food at Citizens Bank Park | Morning Newsletter
Grandson of White homeowner who shot a Black teen who rang his doorbell said he ‘wasn’t shocked’ by the news. His brother has a different take
đ Ranking the food at Citizens Bank Park | Morning Newsletter
The weather will be absolutely gorgeous. Get in, weâre ranking the best ballpark bites in the ultimate, not the regular, guide to food at Citizens Bank Park. Iâm turning to writer Rosa Cartagena for the best things to do this weekend. Sign up here if youâre not on her list. (Sheâs a riot.) Summerâs coming, and I just had the most unforgettable night ever at a hotel rooftop. Whatâs your favorite transportive oasis? For a chance to be featured in the newsletter, email us back.
Thinking outside the classroom
With spring in full swing and Earth Month upon us, now is the perfect time for educators to think outside the classroom and utilize one of the best teaching tools we have at our disposal: the great outdoors. April 19 through 22 is Environmental Education Week, a time to emphasize and encourage education that focuses on and utilizes the natural world. At the Kentucky Association for Environmental Education (KAEE), this is the kind of work we do year-round.
A closer look at Josh Shapiro’s style | Morning Newsletter
☀️ It’s headed to 75 and sunny, just how I like it. We take a closer look at how Josh Shapiro’s governing Pennsylvania at this point in his tenure. And faculty union leaders and administration at Rutgers University announced a “framework” for new contracts, with union leaders suspending their strike and returning to work. If you or anyone you know needs someone to demystify the housing market for you this season, I recommend signing up for our real estate newsletter.
The struggle to heal | Morning Newsletter
The weather is looking so glorious. We’re passing the microphone to reporter Rodrigo Torrejón to talk about his important story on a mother and daughter who were injured by the same bullet during a shooting and their struggle to heal. And former City Councilmember Maria Quiñones Sánchez is suspending her mayoral campaign, saying the flood of money into the race from self-funding candidates and outside spending groups made it impossible for her to keep up.
Democrats turning to populism | Morning Newsletter
☀️ It’s going to be a beautiful Sunday in the 50s. Our big read of the day is about how Pennsylvania Democrats are trying to show they can be populists, too. Amy S.
đ§ Why we say wooder like we do | Morning Newsletter
âïž Here comes the sun. Weâre talking about how Philly came to pronounce wooder the way we do so go down the rabbit hole with us. And Jeff McLane has a new Iggles podcast worth a listen. If you see this đ in todayâs newsletter, that means weâre highlighting our exclusive journalism. You need to be a subscriber to read these stories.
Suing the university | Morning Newsletter
It’s a slightly cooler, sunny day on this last day of winter. Today we’re taking you behind the scenes of the story of a professor whose tweets got him terminated. And we also have the story of one Philly mother facing potential eviction who could wait years for assistance. If you see this 🔑 in today’s newsletter, that means we’re highlighting our exclusive journalism. You need to be a subscriber to read these stories.
⏰ Starting school later | Morning Newsletter
It looks like dry conditions for today’s Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade. And we’re talking about why the push to start school later hasn’t taken off here. 🔑 Speaking of shut-eye, daylight saving time has started, so clocks spring forward and you’re likely to feel tired and out of sorts for a while. No one demystifies the real estate market like real estate reporter Michaelle Bond. Her real estate newsletter is the closest possible account of how people are living in our region.
A Q&A with PPD’s new homicide commander | Morning Newsletter
It will be a bit less blustery today. Today we have an interview with the Philadelphia Police Department commander of the homicide unit, and let me know if you can spot where the lie is in today’s pop quiz. And I know you never want to miss a beat from our ace politics team here. They’re always out and about blanketing politics at the federal, state and local level, and operating at a high level in general to be honest. If you like knowing things before anyone else and that sort of thing ...
School funding lessons | Morning Newsletter
Education reporter Maddie Hanna is talking about a court’s finding that Pennsylvania’s way of funding schools is unconstitutional, so we’re talking about how it’s done in other states. Do fly like the wind to this story of a feathered fugitive owl who escaped from the Central Park Zoo in New York endearing itself to Twitter. It’s by reporter Emily Bloch, who’s a humorous one, and I like that. If you see this 🔑 in today’s newsletter, that means we’re highlighting our exclusive journalism.
š Amtrakās shiny new cars | Morning Newsletter Original
Itās looking mostly cloudy out today, but every day we get a tiny bit closer to March. Today weāre talking about Amtrakās shiny new cars, and Philly officially getting certified as a āwelcomingā city. If you see this š in todayās newsletter, that means weāre highlighting our exclusive journalism. You need to be a subscriber to read these stories. ā Ashley Hoffman (@_AshleyHoffman, morningnewsletter@inquirer.com) JOSE F.
🦅 It’s the Super Bowl Sunday edition | Morning Newsletter
Today we’re giving you a Super Bowl Sunday special edition with our best Eagles coverage. I’m so jacked up for Super Bowl Sunday, I could chase a train into a pillar. I’ve been an Eagles fan for a long time, and 2018 was just so magical. (I want aspiring actors to perform Kevin Hart’s video about trying to steal the trophy as a monologue.) And now it’s five years later, and we’re back.
ūüď£ Hanging with Philly‚Äôs beloved cheer squad at nationals | Morning Newsletter
We went down to Dallas to watch your George Washington HS cheer faves compete. If you see this ūüĒĎ in today‚Äôs newsletter, that means we‚Äôre highlighting our exclusive journalism. You need to be a subscriber to read these stories. ‚ÄĒ Ashley Hoffman (@_AshleyHoffman, morningnewsletter@inquirer.com) Heather Khalifa / Staff Photographer I‚Äôve got a special reading recommendation for you today.
Catching up with Gisele Fetterman | Morning Newsletter
Weather-wise, it’s looking cloudy. In today’s newsletter: 🌪️ Deep: We spoke withGisele Barreto Fetterman, (former Second Lady of Pennsylvania, a.k.a. SLOP, the acronym she coined and preferred) about breaking the mold. 🔑 🦅 Funny: A guide to trash-talking the San Francisco 49ers: A service guide for Eagles fans. 🎼 Catchy: Philly beatmakers are finding community through their monthly gatherings.
Troubling behavior from parents in schools | Morning Newsletter
Looks like rain today. In today’s newsletter: ⚠️ Concerning: Schools are seeing seriously concerning issues coming from an unlikely source: parents. 💼 Interesting:You may have heard of Bridget Cambria, who has fought for immigrants held at the Berks County detention center, suing the federal government dozens of times to try to stop asylum-seekers from being deported. But the lesser-known story is her history working there.
ūüéĄSoundtrack your holiday | Morning Newsletter
It‚Äôs another cold one. Hanukkah‚Äôs getting underway so happy Hanukkah to all of you who celebrate. In today‚Äôs newsletter: ūüé∂ Festive: We‚Äôve got your nonboring holiday playlist covered to soundtrack your holiday. If you see this ūüĒĎ in today‚Äôs newsletter, that means we‚Äôre highlighting our exclusive journalism. You need to be a subscriber to read these stories.
ūüéĄJoy to the world (but mostly Philly) | Morning Newsletter
It’s that time of year to again get serious about drinks with warming seasonal spices and sweets (cookies, all of the cookies.) We have recommendations and plenty of stories about other ways to enjoy the season in our holiday edition. I also tapped some of our colleagues to bring you what they recommend to live more festively, more deliciously, and more Philly.
Unseen views of iconic art | Morning Newsletter
It’s getting chilly out there. In today’s newsletter: 🎨 Eye-opening: The Barnes is offering a rare chance to get beneath the surface of Modigliani’s paintings. ⚠️ Urgent: Crimes close to campus impact city students, but schools aren’t required to report them. Should the law change? 🍺 Interesting: Let’s talk about the rules governing New Jersey breweries unique to the state. If you see this 🔑 in today’s newsletter, that means we’re highlighting our exclusive journalism.
đThankful for takeout | Morning Newsletter
The Sunday weather should be refreshing. In todayâs newsletter: đłïž Informative: Republicans in Pennsylvania try to figure out whatâs next after a disastrous election.đ đȘ Charming: A South Philly womanâs kitsch chronicles let you into the neighborhoodâs gloriously charming interiors. đŠžđż Eye-catching: Letâs look at more Wakanda Forever premiere costumes. If you see this đ in todayâs newsletter, that means weâre highlighting our exclusive journalism.
Philly accent = natural aphrodisiac | Morning Newsletter
Today could be a hot one. And a bit of a sports bummer. In today’s newsletter: 😂 Fun: We’re talking about a hysterically funny podcast that explores topics like scurvy prevention (long hots,) why the Philly accent is a natural aphrodisiac, and triple parking. ⚾ Sadness: The Phillies’ improbable, magical World Series journey came to an end in Houston with a 4-1 loss to the Astros in Game 6. 📨 Helpful: Our politics reporters selected the top Senate race stories to get yourself ready for Election Day.
🎾 Enough with the thwacking! | Morning Newsletter
It looks like rain today. In today’s newsletter: 🎾 Interesting: Pickleball players are in a pickle in a dispute with the neighbors over noise complaints. 🏘️ Important: Amy S. Rosenberg writes that along New Jersey’s coast, higher homes and wealthy newcomers prove Sandy’s longest lasting impact has been development in spite of potential destruction. ⚾ Exciting: Philly sports fans are always the true winners, and we’re having a moment. Stephanie Farr writes about what Philly taught her about fandom.
ūüŹąThe fun of rivalry | Morning Newsletter
Today‚Äôs weather should be blessedly ideal for tonight‚Äôs Eagles game, which is truly personal. In today‚Äôs newsletter: ūüŹą Interesting: Columnist Mike Sielski writes that while the Cowboys are ‚ÄúAmerica‚Äôs Team,‚ÄĚ the Eagles are Philly‚Äôs team. ūü¶Ö Eagles predictions: We predict the Dallas Cowboys are going down. ‚öĺ A Phillies moment: The fans have perhaps never been more ready for this Phillies postseason.
Show More
loading
Actions
Is this you?
As a journalist, you can create a free Muck Rack account to customize your profile, list your contact preferences, and upload a portfolio of your best work.Get in touch with Ashley
Contact Ashley, search articles and posts on X, monitor coverage, and track replies from one place.
Learn more about Muck Rack