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Meet the Philadelphia Eagles New First Round Draft Pick, Makai Lemon
The Philadelphia Eagles picked up eight new players during the 2026 NFL Draft. The first of the Eagles’ draft picks was Makai Lemon, whom the Birds selected with the No. 20 overall pick, writes Nick Kariuki for Billy Penn at WHYY. It wasn’t a simple pick, however. The Eagles traded up three spots with the…
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From Detroit-Style to Neapolitan: Philadelphia’s Best Pizza Spots, According to Philly Mag
Philadelphia has a long history when it comes to pizza, allowing the city to stand proudly as one of the best pizza cities in America, write Jason Sheehan, Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé, and Sarah Maiellano for Philadelphia Magazine. Circles + Squares in Kensington stands out for its square, thick-crusted Detroit-style pan pizza. La Rosa Pizza is a…
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Meet the Philly Native Who Mapped 1,000+ of Philadelphia’s Best Restaurants
Philadelphia is known for many things — from its history as the birthplace of America to its many landmarks. However, another distinction Philadelphia holds is that of one of the top food destinations in the nation. With thousands and thousands of restaurants to choose from, it can be hard to sort out where to go.…
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How to Sign Up for Philadelphia Water Department’s Quarterly Construction Newsletter
Every quarter, Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) shares updates on upcoming or ongoing water, sewer, and green infrastructure projects in Philadelphia City Council. Here’s How It Works: This month, PWD sent out 10 district-specific newsletters covering key projects across the city. Each newsletter gives a brief overview of the City Council District areas and which ZIP…
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This Philly Creative Launched a Social Networking Club for Creatives to Connect With One Another
While working at Triple Bottom Brewing in Spring Garden, Philadelphia graphic designer Deja Lewis often felt isolated, alone, and lost. This was due, in part, to being the only employee there in a fully creative role. However, thankfully a friend and fellow graphic designer gave her an idea to grow the very community she was…
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Greater Philadelphia Will Be Among Hottest Housing Markets for 2026, Zillow Predicts
Greater Philadelphia ranks in the top ten hottest housing markets for 2026, according to Zillow’s recently released annual forecast, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The analysis evaluates the nation’s 50 most populous metro areas using an index based on projected home value appreciation, time homes spent on the market last year, the…
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Stateside Unveils Super Lyte, New Vodka-Based Sports Drink-Style Cocktail
Philadelphia-based vodka maker Stateside is rolling out its first new release since the debut of its hugely popular Surfside brand four years ago, with Super Lyte, a canned cocktail inspired by sports drinks, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The vodka-based, ready-to-drink canned cocktail is a non-carbonated beverage, with 4.5 percent alcohol by…
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Here Are Some of the Best Philly Spots to Grab a Tasty Hoagie
While Philadelphia is more synonymous with cheesesteaks, the hoagie is just as important as one of the city’s iconic sandwiches, offering tasty options to satisfy every palate, write Michael Klein, Craig LaBan, Jenn Ladd, Kiki Aranita, and Matt Buchanan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Antonio’s Deli in South Philadelphia is best known for its veggie hoagie…
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Three Philadelphia Scientists Win 2026 Breakthrough Prize for FDA-Approved Gene Therapy Development
Three Philadelphia scientists were recently named the winners of the 2026 Breakthrough Prize for their work in developing the first FDA-approved gene therapy for a genetic disease, writes Kayla Yup for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The three scientists’ names are Katherine High, and married couple Jean Bennett and Albert Maguire. High, is the CEO of RhyGaze,…
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Meet the Creative Duo Behind Some of Philadelphia’s Most Iconic Restaurant Signs
For decades, Gibbs Connors and Christian Cantiello have been hand-painting the iconic signs that define Philadelphia’s restaurant scene, from the Borromini sign to the La Colombe lettering and beyond, writes Adam Clair for The Philadelphia Inquirer. After graduating from the Pratt Institute, Connors moved to Philadelphia in 1989 and quickly secured a steady job at…
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Richard Lazer, Port of Philadelphia’s Next CEO and Executive Director, Eyeing Further Growth
Richard Lazer, who has served as executive director of the Philadelphia Parking Authority since 2022, has been unanimously selected as the next CEO and executive director of the Port of Philadelphia, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. He will be the successor to Jeff Theobald, who is set to retire from the role…
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From Pupusas to Peking Duck: 8 Dishes You Have to Try at Reading Terminal Market
Reading Terminal Market is known for its onslaught of food options at its several dozen eateries, and some of the market’s most delicious dishes are Philly classics, writes Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme for Philadelphia Magazine. If you’re up to try pupusas from El Merkury, you can get the cheesesteak pupusa or the classic bean and cheese as…
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Skip the State Store: Philadelphia’s Independent Bottle Shops Are Stocking Wines Worth Seeking Out
Philadelphia’s retail wine scene has undergone a renaissance since 2016, when Act 39 — which allowed businesses other than Fine Wine & Good Spirits to sell wine to go — was passed. Since then, a number of strong, vibrant, and diverse bottle shops have started popping up throughout the region, writes Sande Friedman for The…
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Northeast Philadelphia Native Elijah Jeudy Eyes NFL Dream Ahead of 2026 Draft
Elijah Jeudy, a Northeast Philadelphia native, is on the brink of realizing his professional football dream as the 2026 NFL Draft fast approaches. The defensive lineman and draft prospect’s journey started at the age of five, when he began Pop Warner until he was 9. He then moved up to Little League. From there, Jeudy…
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Here Are Some of the Best Steakhouses in Philadelphia
If you are in the mood for a nice, juicy steak — whether a ribeye, filet, porterhouse, and anything in between — Pennsylvania has more than a handful of top-tier steakhouses to choose from, writes Clara Easton for Decor Hint. Philadelphia has its shared of great steakhouses, as well. For starters, there’s Fogo de Chão,…
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She Starts Every Morning Caring for Her Mom. Then She Goes Off to Run Philly’s Most Ambitious Restaurant Group
As founder of the High Street Hospitality Group, Ellen Yin is one of the busiest women in Philadelphia’s food industry, writes Chloé Pantazi-Wolber for Philadelphia Magazine. The James Beard Award-winning restaurateur maintains a schedule filled with meetings, business dinners, and networking events that frequently run late into the evening. This is unsurprising, as she manages…
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Philadelphia Water Department 2025 Customer Survey Results
Last summer, the Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) – in partnership with ImpactED at the University of Pennsylvania – conducted the 10th annual PWD customer survey. The survey explored Philadelphia residents’ attitudes, knowledge, and behaviors around PWD’s core services. This survey is one piece of a decade of research that has helped PWD inform how it…
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New Philadelphia Coalition Forms to Advocate for Making Land Acquisition Process Easier
Last fall, a new coalition of local neighbors called the was formed to advocate for the benefits of side yard stewards and making the land acquisition process easier, writes Sophia Schmidt for WHYY. A months-long ordeal culminated with the group’s official platform launch on Saturday, April 18. For several years, many have shared concerns about…
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