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Philadelphia lawyer and activist Michael Coard, who is an opponent of the Philadelphia Parking Authority and its red-light camera program. He explains how to dispute a red-light camera ticket in Philadelphia.
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Hate Philly’s Red-Light Cameras? Michael Coard Is Here for the Fight

The activist and lawyer says that the PPA, which runs the traffic camera program, is a “street thug.”


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Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

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Are You Philly’s Best Parallel Parker? Now’s Your Chance to Prove It

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Celeb Scoop: Naked Jada Pinkett Smith Sings in Music Video

Bradley Cooper and ScarJo? The Jenkintown native and his He’s Just Not That Into You mistress, Scarlett Johansson, have been spotted on a few dates […]

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Perez Hilton Hates Adam Carolla

The comedian needs new material

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Wham! May Reunite

What we’d do to see George and Andrew

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Jury Hung on All But One Count in Priest Abuse Trial

The jury that has been deliberating—and asking, like, 30 questions—over the course of 12 days is reportedly hung on all but one count in the […]

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Do Bisexuals Drink More?

A new study says so

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Toll Brothers Announces Deals in Brooklyn, NY and Orange County, CA

Local development company Toll Brothers has recently announced its plans for major projects on both the East Coast and the West Coast of the United […]


Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

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.


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16 Injured in Germantown Dump Truck/SEPTA Bus Accident

Authorities say that 15 passengers and the driver of a SEPTA bus were injured Wednesday morning when the bus was rear-ended by a dump truck. […]

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Pedobear Shows Up at Sandusky Trial

Someone dressed in a Pedobear costume showed up at the Centre County Courthouse in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania today for the trial of former Penn State coach […]

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Donovan McNabb in One-Man Show! (Why Not?)

We were recently treated with the wonderful (?) news that Mike Tyson would be gracing us with a one-man Broadway show. What’s more, is that […]

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Local Supermarket Chain to Get Big Chance With Former Newtown Genuardi’s

Earlier this year, Safeway Inc. announced it would be selling off the 27 Genuardi’s locations in the area. Originally, Langhorne’s McCaffrey’s looked set to land […]

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How Facebook Killed Party Etiquette

Growing up, I was taught—probably like you were—that it was best be a little discreet about one’s social engagements. It wasn’t just about preserving an […]

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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

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.

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

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.


Obama Campaign Releases New, Negative Ad in PA

The folks at Politics PA have broken down a new ad released by Obama for America. The ad attacks Republican candidate Mitt Romney for his […]

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Chris Christie Compare Democrats to Vampires

Somebody may have seen Twilight one time too many. At a town hall event in Cedar Grove, New Jersey on Tuesday, Governor Chris Christie compared […]

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State House to Vote on Bill Giving Mayor More Control of PHA

On Wednesday, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives will vote on a bill that—if passed—would give Mayor Nutter more control over who is named to the […]

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Avalon Laws Protect Idiots, Punish Homeowners

What is the biggest threat to our security? a) Al Qaeda b) Illegal immigration c) Joe Biden’s mouth d) Gas grills on decks Gas grills, […]

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