People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
Sandra Shachar Scotch-taped a sign to the area surrounding the President’s House, where the Trump administration controversially replaced a slavery exhibit. She’s been threatened with arrest if she does it again.
30 Great Philly Nonprofits to Give to This Year
The pandemic reinforced just how powerful the simple act of giving can be. These are a few of our favorite causes.
My Three Big Lessons From Our First Month of Marriage
After dating the love of my life for more than seven years, I was convinced marriage wouldn’t hit that differently. I couldn’t have been more wrong.
Chef Marcie Turney on Flipping Burgers, Adopting Babies and Future of Her Restaurant Empire
The restaurateur behind Gayborhood hotspots like Bud & Marilyn’s and Little Nonna’s opens up about learning to cook, the first time she met her wife, and the last cheesesteak she ever had.
How the Pandemic Brought Campbell’s Soup Back From the Brink
As a nation, we had moved on from Campbell’s. Then, last year, a bowl of Tomato and a grilled cheese sammy started sounding mighty comforting. Is this the beginning of a new chapter for Philadelphia’s favorite soup?
A New Book Traces the Rocky, Riveting History of Big East Hoops
Newtown’s Dana O’Neil gets the inside scoop on everything from Villanova’s wild 1985 Cinderella run to Allen Iverson’s mom’s plea to Georgetown coach John Thompson Jr. to take a chance on her kid.
5 Ways the Johnny Doc/Bobby Henon Verdict Will Shake Up Philly Politics
Our politics-as-usual took a big hit on Monday when Dougherty, the powerful labor leader, and Henon, the City Councilmember, were found guilty on most charges of conspiracy.
Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope
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.
Lower Merion Students Push to Rename New Middle School for Late Principal Sean Hughes
But school district policy currently prohibits naming buildings after individuals.
The Utterly Ridiculous History of Corrupt (and Allegedly Corrupt) Philly Politicians
Bobby Henon is just the latest in a long line of local pols accused of misdeeds, mischief-making, and assorted misbehaviors. From rum runners to bribe-takers, here are 21 of our, um, favorites.
My Dog Is My Life, and One Day, He’ll Be Gone
For 13 years, Joey has been my best buddy. In dog years, he’s old enough to be my dad. What will I do without him?
Philly Dems Failed Miserably Last Week. 3 Things They Must Fix Before Next Year’s Midterms
Turnout was dismal in an election with big implications for the courts and bigger implications for 2022 . If Democrats want to retain any of the power they gained last year, they’d better start shaking the table, now.
ThinkFest2021: William Hite and and Guy Generals Talk Educating Philly
Tune into ThinkFest on Thursday, November 11th at noon, for our discussion with William Hite and Guy Generals.
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.
ThinkFest 2021: Ala Stanford Talks COVID-19 Plan
Tune into ThinkFest on Thursday, November 11th, at 4 p.m., for our discussion with Ala Stanford.
For Years, People Said There Were No Lenape Left in Pennsylvania. This Group Begs to Differ.
The Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania is fighting for governmental recognition — despite pushback from other Lenape tribes — raising big questions about who gets to call themselves Native and how the state views its history.
Betting on Philadelphia
On November 8th, two of the biggest figures in the region’s business world will discuss what makes Philadelphia such a good place for venture capital activity. David […]
ThinkFest 2021: Screenwriter Brad Ingelsby Talks Philadelphia on Film
Tune into ThinkFest on Tuesday, November 9th at 4 p.m. for our discussion with Brad Ingelsby.
