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New U.S. citizens are sworn in in Old City
Thirteen men and women from 10 different countries received their citizenship papers at the Betsy Ross House.
3 years ago
After a shooting, a grandmother reopens her SW Philly block as a ‘safe zone’ for play
Alden Street residents worked through their trauma together after the fatal shooting. One resident called her block “a village looking after the children.”
3 years ago
Obligation to attend Mass for Pennsylvania Catholics to resume in August: Bishops
The obligation to attend Mass on Sunday and Holy Days will resume in Philadelphia, and all of Pennsylvania, next month.
3 years ago
Have Eagles fans been pronouncing Jason Kelce’s name wrong this whole time?
His brother Travis dropped the pronunciation bomb in a new video.
3 years ago
I grew up in West Philly churches. Please stop tearing down my landmarks
West Philly’s 140-year-old Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament is set to be demolished, erasing local Black history and memory, writes resident Kyle Hiller.
3 years ago
Phillies and fireworks, Kidchella, Lady Alma, and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’
July 15 - 18: Baseball, fun for kids, and concerts in the Delaware Valley
3 years ago
Listen 4:25Philly awards 20 grants to Kensington groups battling opioid crisis
City officials sent a total of $200,000 to 20 community groups dedicated to improving the quality of life in the epicenter of Philadelphia's opioid crisis.
3 years ago
Tenants at Regina Rose Apartments were displaced in late June. Differing views of progress on repairs depend on who you ask.
3 years ago
‘Mad or nah?’: Kenney remains unwilling to declare gun violence a citywide emergency
Tamara Russell, aka P.O.C., hit the streets of Philadelphia to hear how residents feel about Mayor Jim Kenney’s hesitancy to declare gun violence a citywide emergency.
3 years ago
Listen 4:36U.S. overdose deaths hit record 93,000 in pandemic last year — a 29 percent jump
Overdose deaths in 2020 are just one facet of what was overall the deadliest year in U.S. history, with about 378,000 deaths attributed to COVID-19.
3 years ago
Broad Street Run returns to Philly this October
The 2021 Blue Cross Broad Street Run, the 41st iteration of the race, will take place on Sunday, Oct. 10 after a pandemic-induced hiatus.
3 years ago
Two 14-year-olds grill an author about the future of humanity
What kind of world will Gen Z live in 20 years from now?
That's one of the questions that Charles Kenny aims to answer in a new book targeted to 12-15 year olds.
3 years ago
Love Park has a new neighbor: Uptown Beer Garden
Uptown Beer Garden has moved to a new location, expanding its outdoor space. Uptown will be able to entertain more guests and expand food and drink options!
3 years ago
‘I lost everything’: Philly anti-violence activist scrambles after house fire
Known for his criminal justice work in the community, Wayne Jacobs is asking for help.
3 years ago
‘Pass the Love’: Michelle Obama’s campaign to fight food insecurity coming to Philly
Former first lady Michelle Obama is bringing “Pass the Love w/ Waffles + Mochi,” a campaign to fight food insecurity, to Philadelphia.
3 years ago