People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
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.
I Don’t Know Who Anybody Is Anymore. And I Don’t Care
In Sandy Hingston’s final (?) column, she bids farewell as only she can.
The Philadelphian’s Guide to Adopting, Pampering and Traveling With Your Pet
Whether you’re looking to adopt a four-legged friend or simply searching for a new way to pamper your pet, we’ve got you (and your bestie) covered.
Where and How to Adopt Your Pet in Philly
Where to look, and what to consider before you bring home a critter
This Philly Animal Shelter’s Elaborate Photo Shoots Lead to Snapshot-Worthy Adoptions
Themed sessions at ACCT Philly are capturing the hearts of potential pet parents.
Philly Today: What the Hell Is Going on With This New Mascot for America’s 250th Birthday?
Plus, Lidia Bastianich helps Marc Vetri raise $385,000 in one night.
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.
Philly Today: Police Pull Strange Move After Rittenhouse Lululemon Theft
Plus, the return of Amy Gutmann.
Philly Today: Is This the Death of the Carnival?
Violence and rowdy behavior lead to carnival cancelations.
Inside the Epic Search for Philly’s Next Tuba Master
The ultra-exclusive Curtis Institute of Music accepts only one tuba student at a time.
Guy Raises $46,000 to Annoy University of Pennsylvania Protesters
The plan involved a mariachi band.
Philly Today: Inside the Major Staffing Shakeup at WMMR
Employees at the historic Philadelphia rock-and-roll station are downright nervous.
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.
Philly Today: Mom Finds Loaded Gun at Queen Village Playground
She had hoped it was a toy gun. It wasn’t.
Philly Today: Sounds Like Year-Round School Really Is Coming to Philadelphia
Plus, Michael Smerconish gets canceled, both figuratively and literally.
Horseshoe Crabs Are About to Have an Orgy on Delaware Bay Beaches. Here’s What’s Threatening It
It’s a breathtaking wildlife bacchanal that only happens here, and some pretty major forces (climate change, Big Pharma) are conspiring against it. Can science save this symbiotic spectacle?
