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Presidents Day in Philly: What’s open and what’s closed
It's a minor holiday, which leads to confusion over what’s open and closed. We can help.
1 day ago
Protests are set to take place on Presidents Day. Here’s why
The demonstrations, organized by the 50501 Movement, mark the second nationwide protest by the group following protests earlier this month.
2 days ago
‘Build the trust’: Philly youth find, create community at Collective Climb
The organization recently opened its first permanent space in Center City.
3 days ago
Love in the air: Eagles fans propose amid Super Bowl victory celebrations on Valentine’s Day
Many took advantage of the Eagles’ victory parade landing on Valentine’s Day to pop the question.
3 days ago
Arrest made after 2 women injured in shooting during championship celebration in Philadelphia
While the location of the shooting is along the parade route, the parade had passed by that location about an hour beforehand.
3 days ago
Will the Eagles visit the White House after Super Bowl win? They didn’t last time
Not only did President Trump attend the game to root for Kansas City, but Trump and the Philadelphia team share a tense past.
3 days ago
A pipeline leak in the township tainted water in six wells. A preliminary federal investigation found it was undetected for at least 16 months.
4 days ago
Listen 1:14Newark denies proposal to build baseball field in Delaware park after opposition
City Council voted against a proposed baseball field at Folk Memorial Park after strong community opposition and environmental concerns.
4 days ago
Montgomery County’s children are stuck in a state of stagnation, report finds
A report from Children First reveals key factors for childhood success in Montgomery County have not improved over the past 10 years.
4 days ago
West Philly Tool Library lets you ‘test-drive’ a gas-less cooktop before taking the plunge
Induction stoves are healthier and more efficient than gas, but they can be pricey. This tool offers an affordable way to try them out.
4 days ago
Listen 1:49The average electric bill will increase by at least $20 because of the state’s annual energy auction.
4 days ago
Listen 0:44Eagles support group grapples with something different — a happy ending
The team won the Super Bowl, and the group turned its thoughts to what comes between now and next season.
5 days ago