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To Stave Off Gentrification, Kensington Becomes Its Own Landlord

How one special sliver of the city is redefining what smart neighborhood development can look like in Philadelphia … and far beyond.


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New Documentary Boys to Fame Tells the Most Tender Eagles Story You’ve Probably Never Heard

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The Man at the Forefront of the Battle Over Philly’s Slavery Memorial Tells All

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Inside the Philadelphia Art Museum’s Epic Meltdown

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Prop 8 Recap

What happened in the courtroom.

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Police Release Video Of Convenience Store Robbery

Philly Police describe the scene above: On March 21, 2013, at 10:44am, an unknown male entered the Good & Plenty mini Market located at 1201 […]

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New Jersey Residents Think Presidential Candidate Chris Christie Would Make A Better Governor

AP reports that the latest survey from Quinnipiac University Polling Institute shows that N.J. Gov. Chris Christie has really high approval ratings from the state’s voters—better […]

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If Philly Had More Trees, There Would Be Less Crime

A new study from Temple University suggests Philadelphia’s crime rate might be lowered if only somebody could be bothered to plant a few more bushes […]

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Controversy in Corning

Porn star Conner Habib told to stay away.

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WATCH: Philly Sports Fans Need An Angel

The Cheesesteak, an up-and-coming comedy site here in Philadelphia, offers this bit of genius: This is what happens when all four of your major pro […]


Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope

Inside Pennsbury High’s Legendary Prom: The Most Epic School Dance in America

Inside Pennsbury High’s Legendary Prom: The Most Epic School Dance in America

A six-figure budget. Hundreds of helpers. Giant art installations. A tentacled kraken. This prom is like no other.


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Phillies’ AAA Team Offers Urine-Powered Video Gaming

Via Yahoo, here is an announcement from the Lehigh Valley IronPigs, alerting the world to their new “urinal gaming system”: (Allentown, PA) – Coca-Cola Park […]

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Young Republicans: Marriage Is Just for People-Breeding

Today, the Supreme Court began hearing arguments in back-to-back cases challenging California’s Prop 8 and the federal Defense of Marriage Act, or DOMA. I support […]

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PHOTOS: Inside Lew Katz’s Son’s $1.5 Million Palm Beach Wedding

The New York Times’ dry notation about Drew Katz’s (son of Inquirer owner Lew Katz) wedding, held at the Breakers in Palm Beach, definitely did not include […]

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The Following Recap: Couples Night!

It was couples night on The Following, as a number of duos were introduced, pulled together, or ripped apart—and in one case, set us up for […]

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Philly Catholics March Against Gay Marriage

Members of the Philadelphia Archdiocese loaded up five buses this morning, heading to the U.S. Supreme Court to protest gay marriage—the topic of case hearings […]

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How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

Beloved Galapagos tortoises Mommy and Abrazzo became first-time parents — and gave their species a ray of hope.

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

Fifty years after founding their legendary Philadelphia International Records, Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, with friends and collaborators from Thom Bell to John Oates to Patti LaBelle, look back on the musical partnership that came to define the city.


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Police Worried About Old City Party Buses

The Inquirer reports that Police Capt. Brian Korn wants to put some Old City party bus freaks on a leash, saying the alcohol-fueled bus rides […]

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Today’s Prop 8 Case

Ways to be a part of the action.

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United States Is Pretty Close To Scrap

After years of bringing a bit of character the skyline near Ikea, it appears the SS United States is finally running out of time. AP […]

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Prince Harry To Visit Victims Of Hurricane Sandy

AP reports that Prince Harry—the naughtier, more-0ften naked brother—will visit New Jersey soon to tour areas hit hard by Hurricane Sandy. He’ll also raise money […]

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