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Philadelphia lawyer and activist Michael Coard, who is an opponent of the Philadelphia Parking Authority and its red-light camera program. He explains how to dispute a red-light camera ticket in Philadelphia.
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Hate Philly’s Red-Light Cameras? Michael Coard Is Here for the Fight

The activist and lawyer says that the PPA, which runs the traffic camera program, is a “street thug.”

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Forget the interminable attachment of “French” to “country” — rooms loaded with studiously distressed armoires and flowerpots, yards of Provencal-style fabric, ceramic roosters galore. Happily, a new understanding of la mode ­française is dawning, one that’s less defined by a curse of the quaints.

Forget the interminable attachment of “French” to “country” — rooms loaded with studiously distressed armoires and flowerpots, yards of Provencal-style fabric, ceramic roosters galore. Happily, […]

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Roasted Tomato SoupServes 4 1 32 oz. can whole peeled plum tomatoes1 Tbsp. granulated sugar 1 Tbsp. olive oil ½ Spanish onion, diced 3 cloves […]

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Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.

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The very first time my husband and I looked at the house, I knew we were in trouble. We loved everything about the big old Victorian twin in Montco: the stately white-pillared porch, the high ceilings, the sunny dining room, the enormous kitchen.

The very first time my husband and I looked at the house, I knew we were in trouble. We loved everything about the big old […]

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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

Sure, Philly gave America democracy. But, from bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

We launched a petition to urge the Mayor and City Council to make May 21st a day to honor the brave former slave who escaped from George Washington — because no one tells Philadelphia to keep the truth to ourselves.