Asha Prihar

The new mayor brings with her a mostly new slate of staffers to help run city government.

There are ways to help prevent Christmas trees, wrapping paper, and even string lights from ending up in landfills.

From the cultivation of poinsettias in Bartram’s Garden to the first public menorah lighting on Independence Mall, Philly has earned its spot in holiday history.

Philadelphia couple Peter Heacock and Marie Hart created the seven-minute stop-motion special in their Mt. Airy home.

The “Taylor Swift Challenge” urges Swifties across the country to donate $13 to their local animal shelter on the singer’s birthday, Dec. 13.

From a seal who reps ethics to a trash can named “Curby,” and a pair of dogs who rep transit and parks, Philly’s got mascot fever bad.

Kelbourne Woolens recently opened a retail shop in the midst of the Northwest Philly textile artist community.

The neon signage had become something of a landmark. Developers haven’t yet said what they plan to do with the 1950s relic.

This year’s show kicked off last week, but organizers started hanging lights in October. The display has grown over the past decade.

Big on juvenile justice and school safety, he served three decades with the PPD.

“Fairytale of Philadelphia” is the third single released from the Eagles’ holiday album, which is raising money for charity.

Whether you’re an early-bird buyer or present procrastinator, there’s lots of opportunity to pick up local gifts.