Philadelphia
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How To Take in Philadelphia’s History and Culture Within Two Days
While Philadelphia has a rich history, diverse culture, and vibrant ambiance that can be explored for months, you can still soak up plenty in just 48 hours, writes Carolina Malis for Style. To enjoy views of the beautiful skyline, stay at the opulent Four Seasons Hotel at Comcast Center. You can start your dining journey…
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Pilot Program Helps Philadelphians Become First-Time Homeowners, Pay Off Student Debt
Since October, the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency has been testing the waters of a grant and loan program that helps aspiring homeowners with down payments and closing costs. However, the Revitalizing Neighborhoods and Increasing Homeownership pilot program sets itself apart by also helping with student loans, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. For people…
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Former City Councilman Wants Everyone To Know That Crime is Down in Philadelphia
When he talks to others about Philadelphia, former City Councilmember Allan Domb often hears people talk about the level of crime. While the crime rate saw a huge spike during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the numbers have gone down and it’s something Domb believes should be celebrated, he writes for Philadelphia Magazine. “After…
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Philly’s Most Prolific Cheesesteak Taste-tester Has Tried Over 1,000 Cheesesteaks in Region, and Has More On the Horizon
Jim Pappas, the most prolific cheesesteak taste-tester in Philadelphia, has visited over 1,000 cheesesteak shops throughout the region, writes Ali Mohsen for Billy Penn at WHYY. In 2018, Pappas began his self-assigned mission to try 1,000 cheesesteaks across the region. He received media coverage for his various milestones, including his final conquest in 2022. But…
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Philadelphia Tastemakers Share How Visitors Can Best Experience the City Today
Most visitors come to Philadelphia with history in mind, but several Philadelphia tastemakers want them to know that there is much more the city has to offer today, writes Joseph Hernandez for AFAR. Chef Chutatip “Nok” Suntaranon of the restaurant Kalaya, who used to run a restaurant in Bangkok, Thailand, before moving to the United…
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The Wall Street Journal Explores How One Philadelphia Woman Used Her Work Commute to Plan Her Wedding
People can have mixed feelings about their commutes to and from work, writes Ray A. Smith for The Wall Street Journal. While some may dread a long commute, others find more use of the time to do productive things instead of scrolling apps or social media. A key reason is that it allows some commuters…
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2 Philadelphia Bridges to Be Renovated Thanks to Federal Grant Money
Two bridges over the Wissahickon Creek in Northwest Philadelphia will be rebuilt to help them withstand the pressures of traffic and climate-driven increased flooding thanks to federal grant money, writes Sophia Schmidt for WHYY. The grant is being awarded through a nationwide program aimed at fortifying roads and bridges against the impacts of human-caused climate…
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Celebrate Your Next Birthday with Cake From One of These Amazing Philadelphia Bakeries
If you are looking for something to make your birthday stand out, there are plenty of amazing bakeries in Philadelphia that offer an array of made-to-order, customizable cakes that are guaranteed to impress and satisfy even the pickiest sweet tooth, writes Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. New June Bakery in Fairmount/Brewerytown prepares delicious three-layered…
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Surfside, the Philadelphia-based Canned Cocktail Brand, Expands and Adds New Flavors
The Philadelphia-based canned cocktail brand, Surfside, is expanding across the United States and adding several new flavors, writes Franki Rudnesky for PhillyVoice. Surfside has expanded its distribution to 48 states. To put it into perspective, the brand was available in only seven states at the beginning of 2023. To commemorate the upcoming summer season, Surfside…
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Philadelphia School District Planning To Pilot Year-Round Classes At 20 Schools This Fall
Philadelphia School District Superintendent Tony Watlington and Mayor Cherelle Parker are taking the next steps in the vision of having year-round schooling, writes Mike DeNardo for KYW Newsradio. Watlington announced during the recent school budget hearings in City Council that 20 schools are being selected for a pilot of year-round classes starting this fall. The…
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Philadelphia Startup Spinnr Hopes to Help You Make Friends With Help From AI
Jason Sherman, CEO and co-founder of Philadelphia-based startup Spinnr, wants to help you find friends with AI’s help, writes Ryan Mulligan for PHL Inno. Spinnr, which is one of the ventures within the company, is a social networking app that makes it possible for people to meet and make friends through short videos. Vengo AI…
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This Philly-based Addiction Recovery Group Finds Inspiration From Taylor Swift Songs
Julianne Griffin is the founder of Blank Space Recovery, a recovery mentor service that hosts a virtual support group for Taylor Swift fans overcoming addiction, writes Beatrice Forman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Since it was founded in January, the group, Swift Steps, has blossomed to nearly 640 members on Facebook. They meet virtually four times…
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These Philly Food Spots Are Perfect For a Mother’s Day Brunch
If you want to treat your mother to a nice brunch this Mother’s Day, Philadelphia has plenty of amazing restaurants where you can enjoy both delicious food and a great atmosphere, writes Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé for Philadelphia Magazine. Fiore Fine Foods in Kensington does some of the best breakfast sandwiches in the city. There is much…
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WSJ: Regulators Seize Philadelphia Bank, Republic First, and Sell It to Fulton Bank
In the latest development in what has been a tumultuous several months for Republic First, regulators have seized the bank and sold it to fellow regional lender Fulton Financial, write Gina Heeb, Lauren Thomas, and Justin Baer for The Wall Street Journal. The bank was closed by the Pennsylvania state regulator and sold after an…
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More Jobs Could Be Coming to Philadelphia Thanks to New Deal With Korean Shipbuilder
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, the world’s largest shipbuilder, has partnered with Philly Shipyard to seek U.S. government shipbuilding and maintenance contracts, writes Joseph N. DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Korean company signed an agreement with Philly Shipyard, which employs nearly 1,000 at the former Philadelphia Navy Yard site, to “explore a potential business relationship”…
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Philly Lags Behind in Middle-Wage Jobs, But A Sense of Optimism Still Remains
A recent Pew Charitable Trust study found that Philadelphia has fewer middle-wage jobs — which pay between $18 and $27 an hour — than its peer cities, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY. In 2019, the density of middle-wage jobs in Philadelphia was 758 out of 1,000 working-age residents, according to U.S. Census data crunched by…
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These Are Some of the New Restaurants Coming to Philadelphia in 2024
Philadelphia will soon see a large influx of new restaurants add their unique flavors to the local food scene, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Philadelphia area is expected to see at least 75 new restaurants in 2024. Baby’s Kusina & Market, a Filipino-inspired concept of Tam and Raquel Dang, will be upgrading…
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Eagles Draft Jeremiah Trotter Jr. 26 Years After Drafting Father, Team Executives Tear Up During Call
The Philadelphia Eagles witnessed a full circle moment during the fifth round of the 2024 NFL Draft when the franchise drafted Clemson University linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr., writes Tim Capurso for Sports Illustrated. The pick comes 26 years after the Eagles drafted his father, linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Sr. in the third round of the 1998…
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