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Urban Planning

South Philly’s Bellwether District has its first tenant. Here’s what to know about DrinkPAK

The canned drink manufacturer plans to create more than 170 long-term jobs at the former PES refinery site.

9 months ago

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Community

New Jersey food banks report rising demand for help this holiday season

Recent data finds more than 1 million Garden State residents are food insecure, including 270,000 children.

9 months ago

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SNAP EBT information sign is displayed at a gas station
Politics & Policy

What to know about the administration’s plan to withhold states’ money to manage SNAP food aid

The administration says it needs the data to help spot fraud in the nation's biggest food aid program.

10 months ago

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Courts & Law

Campbell’s fires executive who was recorded saying company’s products are for ‘poor people’

Campbell's said Wednesday it listened to a recording of Ballys meeting with Garza and fired Bally on Tuesday.

10 months ago

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Community

Adoptable pets celebrate Thanksgiving in Philly with their shelter families

VCA Charities donated turkey, pumpkin, green beans and rice to dogs and cats waiting for adoption.

10 months ago

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Community

Chester County debuts ‘As Seen in’ stamp to make it easier for shoppers to buy local food

The “As Seen in the Chester County’s Farm Guide” stamp comes as grocery prices have increased in part due to international tariffs.

10 months ago

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Courts & Law

Campbell’s defends food after alleged racist, profanity-laced tirade by company executive

A recording of the rant is part of a wrongful termination lawsuit that was filed in Michigan against the company.

10 months ago

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Community

What Philly’s new Michelin stars mean for the city’s food scene

Local food critic Jon Deutsch dives into Philadelphia’s fine dining scene with WHYY’s “Morning Edition” host Jennifer Lynn.

10 months ago

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Studio 2 co-host Avi Wolfman-Arent (left) next to Provenance chef Nicholas Bazik (right)
Studio 2
Lifestyle

Studio 2 Extra: Provenance chef Nicholas Bazik on Michelin star

The newly crowned Michelin-starred chef and owner of Provenance in Philadelphia’s Society Hill neighborhood talks with Studio 2 co-host Avi Wolfman-Arent.

Air Date: November 21, 2025 12:00 pm

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The Pulse
Health

What Science Says About How Much Our Food Choices Matter

Ahead of Thanksgiving, we take a look at new nutrition research, and what we should — and shouldn’t — be eating.

Air Date: November 21, 2025

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Her Place Supper Club co-owner and chef Amada Shulman
Community
Billy Penn

3 Philly restaurants received Michelin Stars last night. What does it mean?

Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance are officially Michelin-starred restaurants. Billy Penn dives into what it means for Philadelphia.

10 months ago

SNAP EBT information sign is displayed at a gas station
Community

What to know about expanded work requirements about to kick in for SNAP

SNAP food benefits are flowing again after a pause during the federal government shutdown. But the clock is about to start on a policy that imposes work requirements.

10 months ago

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Community

Thanksgiving in Philadelphia: How to get free food or help with donations

Even with SNAP benefits restored, some Philly families will struggle to afford a Thanksgiving dinner.

10 months ago

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Billy Penn
Community
Billy Penn

Which Philly restaurants will earn a Michelin star? We’ll find out next week

Philly will host the Michelin Guide’s event next Tuesday, which will unveil winners here and in NYC, Boston and Chicago.

10 months ago

A sign with SNAP EBT information is posted on a store window
Politics & Policy

States scramble to send full SNAP food benefits to millions of people after government shutdown ends

The U.S. Department of Agriculture, which runs the program, said that funds could be available “upon the government reopening, within 24 hours for most states.”

10 months ago

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