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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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VIDEO: Miley + the Roots = The Brady Bunch

Trust us.

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Showdown: Alan Butkovitz Vs. L&I

Who’s winning the battle? And what’s the controller after?

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Comcast: Watch TV on Twitter Please

Kabletown doing experiments with social media.

No Date Set on PA Marriage Case

Judge says he needs time to weigh other options.

America’s Best Cities for Hipsters. Tired of all these goddamn evil hipsters, defined as anyone who has interests or wears glasses*, ruining every aspect of your existence? Then you’ll be pleased to know Philly does not appear on this 20-city list. Which you probably haven't heard of. * Source: Internet comment sections
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Poll: Congress Now Less Popular than Hipsters

One giant leap for skinny jeans-wearing beanpoles and urban woodsmen.

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Booker’s Opponent Says “Dead Bodies” Floating In Newark Waters

The “greatest debate” in recent memory?!


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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Jersey’s Dune Debate Took Too Long

Why was Christie’s executive order necessary to protect the Shore?

LGBT Six-Word Memoir of the Day: Chris Bartlett

William Way Center’s Executive Director tells his mini bio with jazz hands.

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UPDATE: Tacony-Palmyra Bridge Reopens

Drawbridge had been stuck open for 11 hours.

Nor’easter Coming for Jersey Shore

Hey look, Sandy’s one year anniversary is coming up.

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The Most Non-Sensical Headline Of The Day…

…Goes to the Daily News!

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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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Shock Video: This Guy Beat Up a Blind Man

Meet the worst person on earth.

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JoBros Cancel Upper Darby Appearance

And rest of tour. Band may be breaking up.

Nerlens Noel Buys “I Hate Sidney Crosby” T-Shirt

Sixers first-rounder making the right moves.

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Coming to a Mall Near You: Atheist Churches

Bring on the godless.

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