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.
All you need to start making plans for next year.
A Love Letter to Our Long-Term Shore Landlords
Hingston: We only see Chuck and Jane a couple of weeks a year, but …
She and her husband had been part of ownership since 1981.
No, we’re not running out of local celebrities to do this.
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.
Maria Walsh opens up about her sexuality.
Says Philly “has the capacity” to “host two pretty special events.”
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.
Hometown Little Leaguers are feeling the love.
Mathis: Did bad reporting really keep a bad cop on the streets?
“An internal investigation is underway,” they promise.
Here’s the publisher’s explanation.
