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It’s officially ice cream season. Here are some local faves, both new and old
From classics like the Franklin Fountain to newbies like Malai, Billy Penn rounds up a list of some of our favorite frozen shops.
9 months ago
Fire that damaged multiple decommissioned SEPTA buses at Philly storage yard now under control
City health officials said Friday that nearby residents can resume their normal routines after several dangerous air pollutants spiked Thursday.
9 months ago
Coatesville’s Strawberry Festival returns after 3 years
The free event will be held at Main Street between First Avenue and Third Avenue instead of its original venue outside the former Brandywine Hospital.
9 months ago
How to find transit resources for aging adults in Philly
There are free and discounted transportation options available for aging adults in the city and throughout the region.
9 months ago
‘Nothing but God’: Odunde CEO talks about 50 years of the Philadelphia festival’s history
Odunde CEO Oshunbumi Fernandez-West and COO Adeniyi Ogundana can only give thanks to God as they continue the work the festival’s founders began.
9 months ago
Listen 3:21From field to pitch: The Linc gears up for FIFA Club World Cup with soccer-friendly turf
A new HERO Hybrid grass blend was laid and some stadium seats were removed to meet FIFA’s standards for Philly’s eight games this summer.
9 months ago
Philadelphia’s largest city workers union schedules strike vote
A social media post urges members of AFSCME District Council 33 to attend a meeting at union headquarters to take a strike vote.
9 months ago
Why is news important? WHYY News is heading to Princeton High School to teach a media literacy class
Students studying journalism and public speaking will explore the world of news during a course about news gathering, story ideation and storyboarding.
9 months ago
Should Hershey Kisses become Pennsylvania’s state candy? Billy Penn investigates
While the Kiss is certainly a strong contender, could there be a better option?
9 months ago
West Philly Bizarre: A community market driving economic justice
The market, which allows underserved vendors to sell crafts, has launched its first crowdfunding campaign to expand opportunities for local creators.
9 months ago
Thousands of people celebrate love and unity at 2025 Philadelphia Pride March and Festival
The 2025 Philadelphia Pride March and Festival drew many people to the annual celebration for the first time.
9 months ago
WHYY News teams up with the Trenton Community Street Team for a community BBQ
Residents can enjoy a complimentary lunch and meet with WHYY News representatives.
9 months ago
Editor’s Note: WHYY News uncovers exclusive source and new insight on MOVE bombing 40th anniversary
On that fateful day, a helicopter pilot urged the city, "you don't have to drop the bomb" on MOVE’s West Philly home. His warning went unheard, until now.
9 months ago
A class of New Jersey fifth graders will explore the world of news during a course about news gathering, story ideation and storyboarding.
9 months ago
License plate reading tech at Temple University helps police catch suspected serial burglar
Temple says it's the first university police department in Pennsylvania to use this license plate reading system.
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