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Banh mi at Fu-Wah Mini Market.
Community
Billy Penn

Fu-Wah, the beloved West Philly hoagie shop, is now accepting credit cards after 40 years

Customers are thrilled with the change, which has also led to an increase in grocery sales.

3 years ago

A row of CBD gummies products
Courts & Law
6abc

Fentanyl, heroin found in CBD gummies, Montco district attorney warns

Anyone who purchased these items, and still has them in their possession, is warned not to eat them.

3 years ago

Philly AIDS Thrift store, known for its whimsical decor style, was voted best thrift store in Pennsylvania by Apartment Therapy in 2022. (Peter Crimmins/WHYY)
Community

Philly AIDS Thrift makes biggest donation since its founding in 2005

Since opening in 2005, the quirky thrift store near South Street has given away its proceeds to AIDS-related causes. This year was its biggest ever.

3 years ago

A woman types on a laptop while on a train in New Jersey
Community

4-day workweek trial: Shorter hours, happier employees

A trial of a four-day workweek in Britain, billed as the world’s largest, has found that most employees are less stressed, burned out and have better work-life balance.

3 years ago

LGBTQ LOVE sign held up outside of Independence Hall
Community
Billy Penn

Philadelphia wants to train LGBTQ people to be board members for local organizations

Named after the late Philadelphia activist Michael Hinson, the city program offers free training with the goal of diversifying nonprofit leadership.

3 years ago

Steven Scott Bradley, CEO of Bradley and Bradley Associates. (Cherri Gregg/WHYY)
Community

Philadelphia-based insurance firm sold to major company, owner shifts focus to paying success forward

Throughout his career, Steven Scott Bradley sought to serve as an example, building relationships across racial barriers.

3 years ago

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A person stands at a podium.
Community

New Delaware alliance aims to improve economic outcomes for Latino-owned businesses

The new alliance will offer Latino business owners in Delaware leadership courses, marketing assistance, and other help to help grow their market share.

3 years ago

A view of Philly skyline lit up in green.
Community
Billy Penn

Comcast Center expedites crown lights upgrade to turn Eagles green for the first time ever

For the first time, Philadelphia’s two tallest buildings have joined the tradition of lighting up in support of local sports teams, contributing to an emerald-studded horizon.

3 years ago

Firefighters work the scene of a kitchen fire at Tequilas restaurant in Center City
Community

Tequilas restaurant in Center City ‘shut down until further notice’ after kitchen fire

The restaurant has been serving the Philadelphia community for more than three decades.

3 years ago

Nicole Styer, owner of the NRS Boutique in South Philadelphia, creates a corset for a client out of an Eagles Jersey to be sent to Arizona for the Super Bowl. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Arts & Entertainment

Calling all procrastinators: There’s still time to snag Eagles gear and cheer on the Birds in style

Whatever Eagles merch you’re looking for, Philly shops and makers have you covered.

3 years ago

Philadelphia's Chinatown neighborhood is seen at 10th and Cuthbert streets
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Opinion: Why the proposed 76ers arena is a false solution to dead zone on Market East

The proposed 76ers arena threatens to repeat the years of misguided development that created the dead zone on Market Street, writes Akira Drake Rodriguez.

3 years ago

Jeannine Cook (right) owner of Harriett's Bookshop in Fishtown, and her sister Jasmaine Cook, lead a procession on East Girard Avenue
Community
Billy Penn

Citywide specials and Harriett’s Bookshop star in Philly’s new tourism campaign

Leisure and business travel are expected to hit prepandemic levels by 2024.

3 years ago

Linn's cleaners in South Philadelphia has been keeping the Eagles looking fresh on game day for a decade or so, and this week is no different. (6abc)
Community

South Philadelphia cleaners responsible for keeping team’s jerseys game day ready

Joe Lattanzio and his brother Vince co-own the business on South 15th Street.

3 years ago

A group of people hold signs outside of the Delaware state legislature.
Politics & Policy

Latino groups in Delaware protest pilot program they say would limit their ability to get state contracts

Latino leaders and business owners gathered at the Legislative Hall in Dover this week to oppose a measure they fear would harm their businesses.

3 years ago

Developer Ken Weinstein inside the former Arguto Oilless Bearing Company and most recently a church building, that he plans to restore and turn into offices. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

A new phase of the Wayne Junction revitalization plan is underway

Construction is slated to start this week on Arguto Court, an adaptive reuse project featuring office space and a cafe.

3 years ago

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