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Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Broad Street Run, Sing Us Home Festival and ‘Romeo & Juliet’ ballet in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

April 30 to May 3: An emo tribute in Delaware, a Meat Loaf musical in Philly and a Kentucky Derby wine fest in South Jersey lead this weekend’s events.

1 month ago

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Dave Hause performing
Arts & Entertainment

The Menzingers and The Mountain Goats to headline Sing Us Home Festival in Manayunk this weekend

The festival, the brainchild of Philadelphia’s own Dave Hause, serves as a homecoming for the musician, who grew up in the Roxborough-Manayunk area.

1 month ago

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soccer fans at a bar
Community
Billy Penn

Some Philly restaurants are prepping to add a mandatory 20% service charge during the World Cup

The Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association said businesses should consider a 20% hospitality fee as international tourism ramps up this summer.

1 month ago

Broad Street Race participants are pictured running in the rain
Community
Billy Penn

Your guide to the 2026 Broad Street Run

Philly is home to the nation’s largest 10-mile race, and its is bound to be a party this year. Here’s how (and where) you can watch this Sunday’s race.

1 month ago

A mail ballot for Philadelphia's May 20, 2025 primary election
Politics & Policy
Billy Penn

Dozens of Philly mail ballots have flaws. Here’s how to find out if yours has problems

Mail voters can check the list of “undeliverable” ballots. Also, the deadline to register to vote is Monday.

1 month ago

Pennsylvania Sen. Sharif Street and Pennsylvania state Rep. Chris Rabb
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

3rd Congressional District Democratic primary debate

State Rep. Chris Rabb and State Sen. Sharif Street debated the issues and each made their case for why Philly voters should send them to Congress.

Air Date: April 29, 2026 12:00 pm

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LGBTQ Heroes paint day at club Voyeur
Community
Billy Penn

Five queer Philadelphians are getting their due with a lush, floral mural in the heart of the Gayborhood

Artist Santiago Galeas talks honoring LGBTQ+ trailblazers through community outreach.

1 month ago

Mayor Cherelle Parker cuts the ribbon
Urban Planning

Philadelphia Parking Authority unveils renovated Filbert Street bus station

The $5 million renovated facility boasts shiny floors, bathrooms and a seating area for 189 passengers.

1 month ago

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Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson
Community

Phillies fire manager Rob Thomson after losing 11 of 12 games, name Don Mattingly interim skipper

Rob Thomson went 355-270 and led a Philadelphia team loaded with high-priced talent that included Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber and Trea Turner to consecutive division titles.

1 month ago

Runners participate in the 2023 Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run, a 10-miler through the heart of Philadelphia
Community
Billy Penn

Philly weekly events calendar: April 27 to May 3

May Day activities, budget town halls, night markets, outdoor festivals, wedding strolls and more are on tap this week in Philly.

1 month ago

A view from the outside of the historic Glen Foerd mansion.
Community
Billy Penn

Mother’s Day is almost here — discover Philly events to celebrate

From craft bazaars to dumpling making, we’ve put together a list of fun activities to honor the women who raised you.

1 month ago

Trucks parked in bike lane on Spurce Street
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

Lawsuit stalls bike lane upgrade, but Philadelphia pushes ahead on loading zones

More truck loading zones, “smart” zones, and rideshare-only spots could be on the way.

1 month ago

Homes on North 50th Street in West Philadelphia.
Community
Billy Penn

Need help fixing your house? Here’s your guide to home repair resources in Philly

Whether you’re looking for senior, income-friendly resources or general repair programs, here’s your overview of Philly home repair resources.

1 month ago

Anthony Roth Costanzo stands on the stage at the Academy of Music
Arts & Entertainment

Opera Philadelphia’s upcoming season will feature a comedy about a president who defies electoral defeat to become a dictator

George and Ira Gershwin’s “Let ‘Em Eat Cake” flopped on Broadway in 1933. Opera Philadelphia will revive it for the midterm election season.

1 month ago

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Students walking on Penn's campus
Science

Straight ‘F’s: Philadelphia region’s air quality ranking worsens in annual lung health report

The American Lung Association says the Philly area is among the worst in the country for levels of a pollutant that can cause lung and heart issues.

1 month ago

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