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How the Wildwoods became a Jersey Shore staple — across 4 separate towns
What do cattle, railroads and neon motels have in common? They helped shape the barrier island’s evolution into a summer vacation destination.
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The city gave out tents to people living at Christina Park. Now, it wants the tents back and the residents gone.
20 hours ago
Listen 0:56Don’t miss this century-old Chestnut Hill tavern and its famous cheesesteak with a twist
McNally’s Tavern and its Schmitters have become so iconic that some locals even stop by in their wedding dresses.
21 hours ago
WHYY, Penn launch 250th anniversary series: How the French and Haitian Revolutions defined America’s
The latest event in the series recounted Haiti’s fight for independence and how Haitian immigrants led to Philly’s role as capital of the catering industry.
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Mother’s Day celebrated with simple moments and family time in Princeton
“Every moment is special, and even the hard ones teach you something,” said one New Jersey mother.
2 days ago
Families make art for Mother’s Day at Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens
This year’s Mother’s Day is the first since the passing of co-founder Isaiah Zagar.
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Tennis in the Streets brings 500 Wilmington students together through sport and community
Kids from all over the city learned more than tennis in Rodney Square at USTA’s Tennis in the Streets.
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Listen 1:32Delco Gives raises more than $2.5M for local nonprofits in its third year
More than 300 nonprofits across Delaware County participated in this year’s 24-hour fundraising blitz.
4 days ago
While you’re celebrating the important women in your life this weekend, you can thank Philly-based Anna Jarvis, who created the holiday over 100 years ago.
5 days ago
Tipsy Scoop is bringing the buzz to the Rittenhouse ice cream scene
Thanks to tough Pa. liquor laws, getting the store to Philly was no small feat.
5 days ago
Philly officially launches tourism season, ‘welcoming the nation’ as America250 events ramp up
The third annual Philly Opener kicks off what tourism leaders say will be a "once-in-a-generation year of history."
6 days ago
Joel Embiid is out for Game 2 of the 76ers’ series against the Knicks with ankle and hip injuries
Embiid struggled through a short night in the Knicks' Game 1 victory, scoring 14 points on 3-for-11 shooting in 25 minutes before the starters were benched.
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