
Philadelphia
Hurts, Eagles pound Giants early, coast to NFC title game
Top-seeded Philadelphia will host the NFC championship game next Sunday against either Dallas or San Francisco.
3 years ago
Lifeguards wanted: Philly waiving application, certification fees for young candidates
Philadelphia could not open all of its pools last summer due to a lifeguard shortage. The city hopes to avoid that fate this year.
3 years ago
This result is a silver lining that could revitalize the block, gallery owner Julia Zagar said.
3 years ago
Eagles set to take on Giants in NFL Divisional Round
Saturday night is the first game of the playoffs for the Eagles, as they fight to bring home the championship trophy.
3 years ago
The Bird Dog truck will roll up to the Eagles tailgate before the Giants playoff game
Fans at the Linc in advance of Eagles-Giants will have a chance to snag free “Bird Dogs” to help power their playoff tailgate.
3 years ago
School District of Philadelphia sues city over new inspection law which could close some schools
The district’s lawsuit argues the city doesn’t have the authority to close schools and that the law itself is vague and undeveloped.
3 years ago
‘What is Philly without the Geator?’ A city mourns the loss of an icon
Generations of Philadelphians fell under the infectious spell of their indefatigable champion of oldies, Jerry Blavat.
3 years ago
What do the Sixers owners own? A lot, with a downtown arena and NFL team on the wish list
A rundown of the extensive portfolio of Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment.
3 years ago
The idea of a formal commission is backed by activists, Council members, and at least one mayoral candidate.
3 years ago
Cobbs Creek Golf Course zoning exemption gets commission approval despite opposition
Residents fear the zoning overlay could worsen flooding downstream of the golf course, but a state official and a developer’s contractor say that’s not likely.
3 years ago
Tinsel Takes Flight: Philly’s holiday pop-up bar redecorates for Birds fans
The jingling bells, string lights, Santas and snowmen have been replaced by a Birds' fan oasis that's sure to excite your feelings of nostalgia.
3 years ago
Despite the Carousel House shutting down, the program is finding ways to thrive.
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Kimmel Center evicts Philly POPS over unpaid debts
The Kimmel Center will no longer host the POPS as a tenant as it tries to raise money to pay off its debts.
3 years ago
9 Democratic Philadelphia mayoral candidates attend gun violence forum
The race for mayor is a crowded field, including five former Philadelphia City Council members.
3 years ago
Legendary Philadelphia disc jockey Jerry Blavat dies at 82
The legendary disc jockey known as "The Geator with the Heater" and "The Boss with the Hot Sauce" has died at 82.
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