PhillyVoice
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SEPTA Brings More Countdown Clocks To Its Subway Stations
Countdown clocks were recently installed at 30th Street and Girard stations as part of SEPTA’s device testing initiative, writes Michaela Althouse for PhillyVoice. SEPTA debuted…
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Medium Rare, Steakhouse Chain With Six Locations, Coming to Fishtown
Fishtown will soon have a new steakhouse as Medium Rare will be making its Philadelphia debut in late 2024, writes John Paul Titlow for PhillyVoice.…
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Wissahickon Brewing Company Eyes Opening Second Taproom in Olde Kensington
Already with one location in East Falls, Wissahickon Brewing Company is opening a new taproom in Olde Kensington, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. The new…
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Francisville Mini Golf Bar Libertee Grounds Expands With Second Philly-Themed Course
Libertee Grounds, the Philadelphia bar known for its indoor mini golf and hyperlocal beers, has expanded its Francisville location, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. Amenities…
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New World Cafe Live Board Chair Paralee Knight Wants to Increase Awareness, Inclusivity of Philadelphia’s Music Scene
Paralee Knight becomes the new board chair of World Cafe Live this month, succeeding Lori Landew in the role, writes Michaela Althouse for PhillyVoice. World…
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Thunderbird Salvage Makes Its Second Location at Frankford Avenue Permanent
Since it opened in Kensington in 2017, Thunderbird Salvage has been a go-to destination for locals looking for affordable, second-hand items and now its second…
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Koch’s Deli to Relocate From University City to Near Independence Mall After 57 Years
Since 1966, Koch’s Deli has been a staple of University City, but after 57 years in operation, it will be relocating, writes John Paul Titlow…
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Could the American Flag Mural On Historic Northern Liberties Warehouse Be On the Move?
The buildings that comprise the former Philadelphia Warehousing & Cold Storage complex in Northern Liberties are being renovated. As a result, the American flag mural…
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30th Street Subway Station To Be Renamed After Drexel University in New Naming Rights Deal
As part of a new naming rights agreement with Drexel University, 30th Street Station will soon be renamed “Drexel Station at 30th Street,” writes Chris…
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Philadelphia To Celebrate Kwanzaa With First-Ever Kinara Display At City Hall
For the first time in the city’s history, a kinara will be displayed outside Philadelphia City Hall in celebration of Kwanzaa, writes Michaela Althouse for…
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Philadelphia is the Nation’s First Officially Designated Sensory-Inclusive City
Philadelphia is gaining recognition for its efforts to being more welcoming to people with sensory sensitivities as it’s been named the first U.S. city to…
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Villanova University Takes Down Kennedy Hall for New Library
Villanova University is demolishing one of its buildings next year to make room for a new $150 million library building, writes Michael Tanenbaum for the…
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East Passyunk Clothing Shop, South Fellini, Produces New Holiday Anthem
The owners of South Fellini have written and recorded a new holiday anthem, writes Kristin Hunt for Phillyvoice. The song is titled, “If You Give…
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The LED Lights at Philadelphia’s Boathouse Row Will Remain Dark Through Early 2024
The bright LED lights that have illuminated Boathouse Row in Philadelphia since 2005 will remain dark for longer than anticipated, writes John Paul Titlow for…
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Franklin Institute Announces the IMAX Theater Will Permanently Close, Citing Finances Among Determining Factors
Nearly 4 years after shutting down at the start of the pandemic, the Franklin Institute has announced that the IMAX Theater will close permanently, writes…
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Philadelphia Prepares to Celebrate First-Ever ‘Rocky Day,’ Featuring a Visit From Sylvester Stallone
Sunday, December 3, will mark the first-ever “Rocky Day” in Philadelphia, writes Kristin Hunt for Phillyvoice. To mark the occasion, Sylvester Stallone — the notable…



























