Tag: Billy Penn at WHYY

There are more than 280 SEPTA stations throughout the region, and Temple University senior Rose Cohen has made it her mission to visit and rank…

Instead of welcoming condos, Greensgrow Farms in Kensington could once again have a garden center as part of the New Kensington Community Development Corporation’s…

While walking home from the grocery store with friends on a recent Monday evening, Suzanne Sheer spotted a piano her neighbor had discarded on the…

Alexis Nutini opened his South Philadelphia print shop in 2018 as a tribute to his roots, writes Némesis Mora for Billy Penn at WHYY…

Rachael Grobman became a teacher because of her dedication to helping children reach their highest potential.

While she currently teaches at an independent school on…

In 1964, Philadelphia Phillies endured a collapse of epic proportions that led to the dawn of a concept called “Negadelphia,” defined as a Philadelphia sports…

The Cobbs Creek Park Ambassadors are a dedicated group of volunteers who are diligently working on keeping litter at bay in the park, writes Sarah…

Philadelphia-trained judo star Maria Liana Mutia, a two-time Pan American champion and two-time world medalist, is aiming for gold at the 2024…

The former home of once-segregated Engine Company No. 11 is now owned by Waters Memorial African Methodist Episcopal Church, and Rev. Stephanie Atkins hopes…

If the long-discussed plans to improve the Benjamin Franklin Parkway become a reality, tourists who are trying to see the Rocky statue may no…

Pho Skyline, a new Vietnamese cuisine restaurant has opened in the Italian Market of South Philadelphia, writes Ali Mohsen for Billy Penn at WHYY.

The…

The Dive and Watkins Drinkery, two long-running South Philadelphia bars are up for sale as owner Jonn Klein aims to retire by the end…

For over 20 years, Philadelphia couple Audrey and June Donaldson have been teaching various partner-style dances nationwide, but the Philly Bop is notably special…

With his telescope and the help of a clear night, Brendan Happe is offering passersby on South Street a glimpse into space, writes Matt Guilhem…

1424 South Street is now home to a new cozy family-owned Cuban spot called Avenida 7 Café, writes Ali Mohsen for Billy Penn at…

Black N Brew has been a staple at its Passyunk location for 17 years; however, after its owners learned that the building’s landlord has…

Philadelphia is a significantly different city than it was 75 years ago, with a smarter and more diverse population but fewer residents overall, writes Meir…

For 134 years, the historic Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church has sat at Sixth and Lombard streets in Society Hill, and it was recently…