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Police Officer Shot in West Philly Sunday Night
Update: Some additional information has to come to light about an incident that ended with a cop getting shot on Sunday. According to law enforcement […]
Poor Relationships Gave Hinkie Little Margin For Error
“Optics”. It’s been a popular word when discussing the Sixers of late. In truth, it’s been a popular topic of conversation when discussing the Sixers […]
SEPTA Starts Big Concourse Renovation Monday
SEPTA is sprucing up part of the underground concourse. And, starting Monday, two sections near City Hall will be closed for renovations for about a […]
SEPTA Gives a Firm Date for the Soft Launch of Its Key Program
SEPTA made the latest announcement regarding the long — and we do mean long — anticipated SEPTA Key program today, revealing the date that its limited rollout of […]
Food Truck Fest Kicks Off Spring at Taproom on 19th
On Saturday, April 16th, Taproom on 19th and the Philly Mobile Food Association combine to celebrate spring with Tappin’ The Trucks, Brews n’ Bites Block Party. […]
The Dirt: What To Get At The Farmers Market This Weekend
Birdsong, sunshine and flowers blooming? Get ready for the Disney version of Spring, because here it comes. Rittenhouse is back up to its full complement […]
The Gallery Is Covered in Dust and Debris
The escalators to the second floor of The Gallery don’t work anymore, but they’re still functional as stairs. “Thank you for the convenience,” I thought, […]
Shuck Fest 2016 Is Coming
What was once a simple shucking contest and excuse to suck down a couple dozen oysters on a spring afternoon has, this year, become a […]
Concert Review: Bleached Burns Bright at Johnny Brenda’s
Southern California took over Johnny Brenda’s Thursday under the guidance of raucous punkers Bleached. Led by sisters Jennifer and Jessica Clavin, along with Micayla Grace and […]
Cheu Noodle Bar Adds Happy Hour, Lunch Combos
Cheu Noodle Bar’s Shawn Darragh checks in with some news from Cheu. The Washington Square West noodle heaven is now offering happy hour and lunch […]
Can the Flyers Come Back After a Disappointing Game 1?
Things did not go well for the Flyers in their first playoff game last night, a a 2-0 shutout loss to the Washington Capitals. It’s […]
Two Beer Gardens Debut This Weekend
The first two beer gardens of the season open this weekend. Today, Michael Schulson’s Independence Beer Garden softly opens at 6th and Market and tomorrow […]
Scenes From Yesterday’s “Day of Action” Demonstration in Center City
Several coalitions joined together on Thursday — Fight for 15’s national Day of Action — to not only demand a $15 minimum wage, but to also protest local issues like […]
Four Philly Projects Named 2016 Knight Cities Challenge Winners
The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation announced the winners of the 2016 Knight Cities Challenge April 12, and this year’s 37 winners include […]