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Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia celebrates Obon
Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia is hosting two Obon lantern floating ceremonies.
2 years ago
Listen 0:54Gillian’s Wonderland Pier on Ocean City, New Jersey boardwalk to close after the 2024 season
The owner, Jay Gillian, said while he's tried to sustain Wonderland for as long as possible, it's no longer a viable business.
2 years ago
124 animals recovered in Bucks County after SPCA’s largest farm cruelty case
"This person was running a really poor business at the sake and expense of the animals," said the SPCA's communications manager.
2 years ago
A survivor’s tale: Mike Africa Jr.’s ‘On a Move’ tells the story of the MOVE bombing
“It's Philadelphia history,” Africa Jr. said while discussing his new book at Temple University. “It's Black history. It’s revolutionary history. It's American history.”
2 years ago
Listen 1:23‘Philly Special’ QB Nick Foles is officially retiring as an Eagle
The Super Bowl LII MVP and champion is calling an end to his 11-year NFL career at the Birds’ home opener on September 16.
2 years ago
Exton Starbucks baristas petition for union election
The filing in Exton is the first at a Starbucks in Chester County since workers at the coffee behemoth began organizing in 2021.
2 years ago
Listen 0:50Exchange visitors have returned to work at the Jersey Shore at pre-pandemic levels
A staple of resort towns, exchange visitors are again working along the Jersey Shore, taking in American culture and sharing theirs.
2 years ago
Listen 3:40Philly apprentices get inside look at Bellwether District, meet ‘Girl Concrete’ CEO on the job
Tradeswomen apprentices visited a massive construction site in southwest Philly called The Bellwether District as a bit of inspiration about what’s possible for their futures.
2 years ago
Listen :59Indego brings back the single-ride pass in Philly
The single-trip option was cut in April 2018 over concerns about bike thefts, but public pressure encouraged its return.
2 years ago
Philly’s Center City restaurants hope for a boost as remote work wanes
As commuters return to in-person work, here’s how local restaurants are working to adapt to what customers want now.
2 years ago
Portion of Philly’s Graffiti Pier collapses into Delaware River
According to the U.S. Coast Guard, the report came in around 6:25 a.m. that 10–20 feet of the pier collapsed into the water.
2 years ago
Transforming Philly public transit: Riders advocate for a streamlined service
In the last of three conversations, participants at WHYY News’ Bridging Blocks event discussed cleanliness and rider etiquette.
2 years ago
Meet the West Philly man who rented a billboard to find a date
Sick of swiping on the apps, Dave has put himself out there, near 34th and Wharton Street.
2 years ago
Philadelphia police warn vehicle owners of smashed window thefts
Police are posting signs in affected neighborhoods reminding drivers to not leave any valuables unattended.
2 years ago
Listen :56Bethlehem’s Moravian Church settlement added to list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites
The 10-acre settlement joins Philadelphia’s Independence Hall and Stewart Township’s Fallingwater on the list.
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