People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
After a quarter century at Haverford High, 2026’s National Teacher of the Year Leon Smith shares what he’s learned about connection, critical thinking, and helping young people see what they’re capable of.
Congrats, Darrin Gayles and Staci Yandle.
Won’t rethink his plan to divest himself of ownership in Philly’s major newspapers.
The state tells consumers to dispose of it immediately.
Songbird 2 Finale, Drag Wars 4 begins, a Craigslist dating experiment and more.
Rosalyn McPherson takes the helm from longtime leader Patricia Coulter.
Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year
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.
Comcast may soon be the major sponsor of the Nationwide Series of races.
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.
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.
