South Philadelphia
South Philadelphia, or “South Philly,” is a vibrant and diverse neighborhood known for its rich immigrant history, particularly Italian-American heritage.
It boasts iconic landmarks like the Italian Market, passionate sports culture, and a dynamic food scene, reflecting a blend of old-world charm and modern urban life.
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Sprouts Farmers Market To Open 2 New Philadelphia Stores in June
As part of its latest expansion plans in Philadelphia, Sprouts Farmers Market is planning to open two new stores in the city set to open…
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South Philly’s Ladder 11 is Back in Service After 15 Years
A decade-and-a-half after being deactivated, Ladder 11 in South Philadelphia now back in service, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC 10 Philadelphia. This year also marks…
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Philadelphia Lawmakers Push For State Tax Reform That Would Allow Higher Tax Rates on Wealthier Households, Commercial Buildings
Philadelphia lawmakers are pushing for a state tax reform that would allow the city to levy higher tax rates on wealthier households and commercial buildings,…
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Philadelphia’s First Hawaiian Restaurant Will Transport You To the Aloha State
Mahalo Hawaiian BBQ, Philadelphia’s first Hawaiian restaurant, will make you feel like you are in the Aloha State, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29. The…
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Center City Pretzel Reopens 18 Months After Fire
A year-and-a-half after a devastating fire forced it to shut down, Center City Pretzel has finally reopened to its pretzel-loving customers, writes Maggie Kent for…
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A Northwest Philly Developer Envisions Bringing More Office and Maker Spaces to Nicetown
Northwest Philadelphia developer Ken Weinstein sees an appetite for small working spaces in the city’s neighborhoods. It’s for that reason that he wants to convert…
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An Ordinary Life for Broomall Couple Includes an 81-Year Marriage
Broomall couple Anna and Albert Squilla say they live ordinary lives, yet they are testimony to a long life and a marriage of 81 years,…
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Phillies Are Partnering With Comcast Spectacor in $2.5B South Philadelphia Sports Complex Transformation Efforts
Comcast Spectacor is getting a new partner in its efforts to transform the South Philadelphia Sports Complex in the Philadelphia Phillies, writes Tom Dougherty for…
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Free Grocery Delivery Program Celebrates 4 Years of Serving Latino Immigrant Families in Philadelphia
At the start of the pandemic, two local community organizations partnered to deliver free groceries to immigrant families in Philadelphia, writes Nate File for The…
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South Philadelphia’s Historic SS United States Could Be Repurposed As a Hotel in Manhattan
After 30 years of sitting dormant and mostly unused, the SS United States on South Philadelphia’s Delaware River waterfront has a proposal for its long-term…
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These Are Spots in Philadelphia Offering Great Sicilian Food, According to Author of ‘The Sicilian Inheritance’
There are plenty of spots in Philadelphia that serve great Sicilian food, and to make sure she knew which ones are truly the best, one…
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David Traub’s City of Homes’ Emphasizes Importance of Home Ownership in Philadelphia
A book by architect David S. Traub, Philadelphia: City of Homes, emphasizes the importance of home ownership and this has distinguished the City of Brotherly…
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This South Philly Artist Uses Printmaking As His Muse and Shares His Techniques With Others
Alexis Nutini opened his South Philadelphia print shop in 2018 as a tribute to his roots, writes Némesis Mora for Billy Penn at WHYY. Since…
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Inside Federal Donuts & Chicken’s Newest and Largest Location in South Philadelphia
Federal Donuts & Chicken recently opened its newest location in South Philadelphia, and it’s the largest to date, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. …
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Here Are 2 Philly Pretzel Spots You Should Have On Your Bucket List
Pretzels are one of the most iconic foods in Pennsylvania, as the state’s annual consumption is roughly six times higher than the national average, writes…
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Dr. Jacqueline Bailey-Davis Shares Her Journey to Becoming Norristown’s First Female Police Chief
Dr. Jacqueline Bailey-Davis made history when she was appointed Norristown’s Police Chief in January. She is the first woman to lead the police department there,…
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Comcast Spectacor Has A $2.5 Billion Master Plan For the South Philadelphia Sports Complex
Comcast Spectacor executives have unveiled a new $2.5 billion plan to transform the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, writes Emily Rose Grassi and Siobhan McGirl for…
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Juana Tamale Owner Jennifer Zavala To Introduce ‘Dollar Dog Nights’ After the Phillies Get Rid Of It
After the Philadelphia Phillies announced that it was canceling its ‘Dollar Dog Nights,’ one South Philadelphia restaurant owner and chef took the reins to debut…
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