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A band’s drummer keeps the beat at an outdoor craft festival in Ocean Grove, New Jersey.
Community

More than beaches: South Jersey summer festivals provide fun for tourists, dollars for small town economies

While beaches are a well-known summer draw to South Jersey, summer festivals give smaller communities a sense of pride and provide an economic boost.

4 days ago

Musical artist Jessie Murph performs on stage
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Philly Naked Bike Ride, Jessie Murph, Vegandale Fest and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Aug. 21-24: Art & Jazz Festival in Del., a free music festival in FDR Park and the Glenn Miller Orchestra in South Jersey are among the highlights.

4 days ago

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attendees at 2025's Fiesta Futbolera walking
Community

Fiesta Futbolera 2025 celebrates Philly’s soccer culture ahead of next year’s FIFA World Cup

People braved the summer heat to check out the second annual South Philly street festival hosted by the Philadelphia Union.

1 week ago

People cheer in a crowd at Mercer County's Fiesta Latina
Community

Fiesta Latina is returning to Mercer County, N.J. in September to celebrate Latino and Hispanic culture and heritage

The event features Latino performers, games and activities for children and a dozen food trucks offering Latino and Hispanic cuisine.

1 week ago

Philadelphia residents write questions they have about SEPTA funding
Politics & Policy

‘It’s extremely frustrating’: Pennsylvania leaders discuss budget hang-ups at Northeast Philly open house as SEPTA deadline expires

As the Pennsylvania legislature continues to haggle over a budget, SEPTA says it will move forward with cuts as planned.

2 weeks ago

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Singer Billy Idol performs at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Billy Idol, Art Under the Stars, the Philadelphia Folk Fest and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Aug. 14–17: Comedian Jim Gaffigan in Delaware, Jazz on the Ave. in North Philly and Collingswood Arts Fest in South Jersey are among the highlights.

2 weeks ago

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The 2025 Philly Bookstore Crawl passport
Billy Penn
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Philly’s Bookstore Crawl returns Aug. 23, bigger and better than ever

The event offers discounts, giveaways and book signings in and around the city. This year’s crawl will host a variety of authors and parties/events.

2 weeks ago

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Community

Spots filling up in Delaware County’s ‘first of its kind’ 10-mile race

Delaware County’s inaugural 10-mile race will take runners from Rose Tree Park in Media to Subaru Park in Chester.

2 weeks ago

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Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival
Arts & Entertainment

The annual Chinese Lantern Festival in Philadelphia is a symbol of summer in the city

Now in its eighth year, the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival has become a seasonal staple for locals and tourists alike.

2 weeks ago

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Community

In its 20th year, the Danny Rumph Classic honors a fallen basketball player with the chance to save lives

The Philadelphia-based tournament honors its namesake and sometimes attracts All-Star talent from the NBA.

2 weeks ago

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Willie Nelson performing
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Willie Nelson’s Outlaw Music Festival, Katy Perry, the African Culture Fest and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Aug. 7–10: Hometown Heroes Homey Awards in Delaware, a silent disco at Philly’s City Hall and Tommy James and The Shondells in South Jersey are among the highlights.

3 weeks ago

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People sitting and standing in Christy Rec Center
Community

Community leaders hold meeting at West Philly’s Christy Rec Center following shooting that hurt 6, including 5 children

The 17-year-old suspect turned himself in last Friday and is expected to be tried as an adult.

3 weeks ago

Simon Joseph at the BUBS counter
Community
Billy Penn

Kensington’s new cafe, board game and community space, BUBS, is a ‘living room for the neighborhood’

BUBS, open but still waiting on its food license, aims to be a spot for early morning coffee and conversation into the night.

3 weeks ago

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Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

The BlackStar Film Festival, performances from Goo Goo Dolls and The Weeknd and a corn fest in this week’s ‘Things to Do’

July 31 - Aug. 3: The Descendants in Delaware, First Friday events in Philly and a dragon boat race in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

4 weeks ago

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Members of Philly Mah-Jawn Mahjong Club
Community
Billy Penn

Philly Mah-Jawn Mahjong opens new clubhouse in Old City

The club’s membership has grown with the rise in popularity of the tabletop game across the nation.

4 weeks ago

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