Satirical Onion newspaper coming to Philadelphia

    Word is the Onion is coming to Philadelphia. The national satirical news outlet has local publications in several U.S. cities, but is finally setting its sights on Philly.
    Dan Gross reports for the Daily News that the paper may partner with Philadelphia Media Network, which owns the Inquirer and Daily News.

    The paper is currently hiring local editors.

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