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Saltete founders Eric Stephens and Regan Fletcher Stephens. (Courtesy of Regan Fletcher Stephens)
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Philadelphia
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Billy Penn

Philly entrepreneurs launch ‘Saltete,’ a new publishing platform for niche travel guides

Travelers get an interactive handbook that’s GPS-enabled, while writers get a place to monetize their work.

3 years ago

Worshippers wearing face masks burn their first joss sticks as they offer prayer at the Wong Tai Sin Temple, Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, in Hong Kong
Community Events
International

China rings in Year of Rabbit with most COVID rules lifted

With the easing of most restrictions that had confined millions to their homes, people could finally make their first trip back to their hometowns to reunite with families.

3 years ago

Two police vehicles are seen near a building where a shooting occurred in Monterey Park, Calif.
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Public Safety

LA mass shooting suspect kills 10 near Lunar New Year fest

A gunman killed 10 people and wounded 10 others at a Los Angeles-area ballroom dance club following a Lunar New Year celebration.

3 years ago

Breana Cooper on watch from the lifeguard stand
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Philadelphia

Lifeguards wanted: Philly waiving application, certification fees for young candidates

Philadelphia could not open all of its pools last summer due to a lifeguard shortage. The city hopes to avoid that fate this year.

3 years ago

People gather around Jim's Steaks storefront.
Business
Neighborhoods
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Jim’s Steaks is buying next-door neighbor Eyes Gallery, as the shops rebuild after last summer’s fire

This result is a silver lining that could revitalize the block, gallery owner Julia Zagar said.

3 years ago

A group of Eagles fans pose for a photo.
Philadelphia
Sports
6abc

Eagles set to take on Giants in NFL Divisional Round

Saturday night is the first game of the playoffs for the Eagles, as they fight to bring home the championship trophy.

3 years ago

A row of people eat hot dogs which have green hot dog buns.
Food & Drink
Philadelphia
Sports
Billy Penn

The Bird Dog truck will roll up to the Eagles tailgate before the Giants playoff game

Fans at the Linc in advance of Eagles-Giants will have a chance to snag free “Bird Dogs” to help power their playoff tailgate.

3 years ago

A person spoons food onto someone else's plate.
Animals
Homelessness
Housing
Income Inequality
Pennsylvania

Upper Darby pet-friendly shelter already at capacity, expanding services

Upper Darby pet-friendly homeless shelter, Breaking Bread Community, has already reached its full capacity since opening a month ago.

3 years ago

Jerry Blavat poses for a photo
Media
Music
Philadelphia

‘What is Philly without the Geator?’ A city mourns the loss of an icon

Generations of Philadelphians fell under the infectious spell of their indefatigable champion of oldies, Jerry Blavat.

3 years ago

A bald eagle soars over birders at FDR Park durig an outing of the In Color Birding Club. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Animals
Environment
New Jersey

Eagles are flying high with population on the rise in New Jersey

Eagles have worked hard at repopulating since about 40 years ago, when there was only one nest in the Garden State.

3 years ago

From left, Philadelphia 76ers Chief Executive Officer Adam Aron, owner Joshua Harris, president Rod Thorn, owner David Blitzer,  coach Doug Collins, and owner Art Wrubel, poses for photographs during a news conference at the Palestra Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2011, in Philadelphia.  The sale of the team ends Comcast-Spectacor's 15-year run of ownership.  (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Business
Philadelphia
Sports
Billy Penn

What do the Sixers owners own? A lot, with a downtown arena and NFL team on the wish list

A rundown of the extensive portfolio of Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment.

3 years ago

The Katie's Komets playing in the 2022 Katie Kirlin Junior Wheelchair Basketball Tournament. (Ellen C. Miller for Philadelphia Parks and Recreation)
Philadelphia
Sports
Billy Penn

Katie’s Komets compete: Philly’s junior wheelchair basketball team gears up for 25th anniversary tournament

Despite the Carousel House shutting down, the program is finding ways to thrive.

3 years ago

Jerry Blavat DJs a set
Music
Philadelphia
6abc

Legendary Philadelphia disc jockey Jerry Blavat dies at 82

The legendary disc jockey known as "The Geator with the Heater" and "The Boss with the Hot Sauce" has died at 82.

3 years ago

Interior shot of Chester County Library (Chester County Library and Henrietta Hankin Branch)
Innovation
Pennsylvania

Help wanted: Chester County libraries are looking for artists for inaugural Maker-in-Residence program

The Chester County Library Center and Henrietta Hankin Branch are looking to hire creatives and artists to share their talent with library visitors.

3 years ago

Chicago native Phillip Griffin stands in front of a set of school lockers
Gun Violence
Philadelphia
Public Safety

Philly gun violence activists say the READI program can work, but only if it’s done right

Community activists say the Chicago-based READI program could be the solution Philly needs to curb gun violence – if it ever materializes.

3 years ago

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