
Neighborhoods
Bucks County Book Festival draws hundreds of readers, authors to main event
The seventh annual Bucks County Book Festival drew crowds with author panels, book signings and a celebration of community, creativity and the joy of reading.
4 days ago
Listen 1:06As Philadelphia looks to ‘cap’ Vine Street Expressway, it seeks Chinatown community feedback
The project is hosting pop-up events to share design options for a park that aims to restore and reconnect the neighborhood.
1 week ago
Germantown aims to hit a high note with a jazz festival this weekend
The Philly neighborhood’s historic jazz scene has dwindled over the years. Enthusiasts hope the inaugural three-day event will infuse life back into the community.
2 weeks ago
Neighbors outraged over Nazi flag flying outside of Montgomery County home
Neighbors say they first noticed the flag along Meng Road about two weeks ago and contacted Lower Frederick Township to see if anything could be done.
2 months ago
Residents say twice-weekly pickups aren’t fixing Philly’s trash problem
The mayor’s pilot program adding another trash day in Center City and South Philly was meant to reduce litter — but some residents say the problem has only gotten worse.
4 months ago
Kennett Square rings in the new year by dropping a 700-pound sparkling mushroom
This year marks the 12th iteration of the mushroom drop for the Chester County town.
4 months ago
With Book Bike, Free Library takes reading to the public
Innovative program meets potential readers where they are — in their neighborhoods, at games, etc.
4 months ago
Black Visioning Group celebrates 4th anniversary with art, performances
The collective, which supports Philly’s Black queer and trans communities, is holding an event this weekend.
5 months ago
After protesters removed from chambers, Philly Council votes 12-5 to approve Sixers’ arena proposal
The controversial development is now on track to open in Center City in 2031.
5 months ago
Listen 1:07Philly’s biggest and weirdest stories of 2024
From standout political and cultural moments, to off-the-wall antics that could only happen in Philly, we’re talking about the top local news stories of the year.
Air Date: December 19, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 52:43The full City Council body is expected to take a second and final vote on the bills on Dec. 19.
5 months ago
Philly strong: Life lessons from the City of Brotherly Love
We put a spotlight on a few of the people in the Philadelphia area who have found a way to thrive against the odds. We also hear from listeners about finding inner peace.
Air Date: November 21, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:17‘Do not take it lightly’: Lawnside residents meet, discuss response to racist graffiti incident
Lawnside residents shared their concerns and discussed how they can respond to protect members of the historic Black borough from racist attacks.
6 months ago
Listen 1:06‘This is a moment to dream’: 24th annual Peoplehood Parade marches through West Philly
“Bringing people together through arts and cultural practices is as old as humanity,” organizer Jennifer Turnbull said.
6 months ago
Judge orders Bucks County to extend mail ballot deadline following Trump legal challenge
Bucks County voters can now request mail ballots and access on-demand mail voting at the county’s three voter services offices until close of business Friday.
6 months ago
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