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Toomey Might Answer Your Phone Call Today

There’s a chance – albeit a microscopically-thin one – that U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey might pick up the phone and answer you today. 

Foobooz

Sneak Preview: COOK’s May Schedule

It’s that time again, folks. COOK is putting tickets for its May classes up for sale, and you’re getting a special, early look. So whether […]

City Life

Philadelphia Monsignor Charged With Stealing More Than $500K

It’s not every day that a person charged with a federal crime picks up the phone, so Wednesday was a bit unusual in that regard. […]

Property

Westside Story: New Apartments on the (Cutting) Edge of Phoenixville

Another old industrial community with strong bones hereabouts is Phoenixville. This former steel mill town has lately seen a surge of interest in its charming, […]

City Life

Is the Ex-Owner of Philly’s Hottest Swim Club Selling Fake Memberships?

Monarch Swim Club is not your average swimming pool. At just over four feet deep, the seasonal pool at the Piazza in Northern Liberties doesn’t […]

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Where the Hell Is Circles Thai Founder Alex Boonphaya?

Last week, we learned of a most unfortunate situation at Circles Thai in Northern Liberties that is best summed up with this one phrase from […]

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Rendell Endorses Joe Khan in Philly DA Race

Former Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell has endorsed Joe Khan in the race for Philadelphia district attorney. 

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Third Street Habit Will Close Its Doors in May

Third Street Habit owner January Bartle announced earlier this week that the beloved Old City store will close its doors forever in May. 

City Life

Pa. House GOP Passes its Own State Budget Bill

In response to Gov. Tom Wolf‘s $32.3 billion budget proposal in February, state House Republicans have passed a budget bill that calls for $800 million less in […]

City Life

WATCH: Police Say This Was an Attempted Child Abduction on Locust Street

The Philadelphia Police Department is asking for the public’s help to identify the parents of a small child seen in a video taken inside the […]

Foobooz

11 Reasons Why Spring Is the Best Season for Restaurants

Spring is the best. Of all the seasons to be an enthusiastic eater living in this city, it is absolutely in the top four. I […]

Property

Faded Glory in Mt. Airy for $700K

Perhaps one reason those who compare Philadelphia to Detroit miss the mark is because this city has many neighborhoods that, while they have seen better […]

City Life

You Can Get Ben & Jerry’s For Free Today

Rejoice: today is a good day. Why? Because you can get free Ben & Jerry’s. That’s right, ice cream lovers. If you find yourself already missing […]

Property

Trinity Tuesday: A Regal Retreat in Queen Village for $229.9K

This week’s featured trinity is one of those rarities: An affordable home in a gated community. Now, don’t get ahead of yourself: your friends who […]

City Life

South Jersey Teen Says He Planned to Kill Pope Francis During Visit

A South Jersey 17-year-old has admitted to plotting to kill Pope Francis during the 2015 papal visit.