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The Philadelphia Phoenix of the Ultimate Frisbee Association, has unveiled the city’s newest mascot, Birdy McBirdface, writes Nick Kariuki for Billy Penn at WHYY…
Over his 25-year career as a baker and corporate chef, if Carlos Aparicio has always been most proud of his ability to fuse flour…
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…
Drexel University launched the first art therapy graduate program in the world 50 years ago this year.
To celebrate its milestone anniversary, Drexel is hosting…
Newly opened La Sera Italiana on South Street is the fulfillment of a longstanding dream of a young chef, writes Ali Mohsen for Billy Penn…
The Philadelphia Surge, a local pro ultimate frisbee team for women and nonbinary athletes, wrapped up its inaugural season by dominating the Premier Ultimate League…
Algorithm Vegan Grill has scaled back its operations to food truck services after closing its Queen Village brick-and-mortar location, writes Ali Mohsen for…
A new restaurant/bar that sets itself apart from others as also a dog park, will soon open its doors in Brewerytown, writes Ali Mohsen…
A new cafe in Fishtown, Encanto Kicks & Coffee, offers its customers a convenient combination of caffeinated beverages and footwear, writes Ali Mohsen for Billy…
Victoria Lindchan is a former farmer who recently launched Earthside Provisions, a meal pickup and delivery service based out of an East Falls kitchen, writes…
The city of Philadelphia has earned a reputation for being one of the best sports cities in the country, and while debates remain about where…
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…
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