Sixers Arena on Market East, Madame Fromage, Flags and Vexillology

The ongoing debate surrounding the 76ers arena on Market East has reached a boiling point, with multiple stakeholders now entering the fray. We have the latest updates.

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A rendering of a proposed Sixers arena

The proposed Sixers arena would be called 76 Place at Market East. (76 Place)

The ongoing debate surrounding the 76ers arena on Market East has reached a boiling point, with multiple stakeholders now entering the fray. Alongside the Chinatown community and the Sixers themselves, Comcast Spectator, the owner of the Wells Fargo Center, is making every effort to persuade the team to remain in South Philly. We talk with Plan Philly reporter Aaron Moselle about the recent developments.


Are you a curd nerd — a cheese aficionado? Tenaya Darlington, aka Madame Fromage, takes us on a tour of the world’s cheeses. We’ll learn about tasting, pairing and sharing funky blues, salty Machengos and creamy Bries. She’s got a new book, Madame Fromage’s Adventures in Cheese.


Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of flags as vexillologists gather in Philadelphia for their annual meeting. Join us as we speak with Simon Joseph, a local vexillophile and NAVA volunteer.

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