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Philly’s Neighborhood Pharmacies Might Just Save Us. Can We Save Them?

Independent drugstores are filling the gaps left by struggling chains, even as financial pressures put their own futures in jeopardy.


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Mayor Parker’s FY27 Budget, By the Numbers

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Is Philly’s Next Hot Neighborhood … the Navy Yard?

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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 […]

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 […]


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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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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Why Is One of Philly’s Greatest Educators Being Ignored?

The birth of Edward Wesley Robinson Jr. on April 24, 1918 in Philadelphia laid the foundation for the birth of African consciousness—and the academic excellence […]

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Raising Your Kids to Follow Two MLB Teams

My family lives in a multifaith household. We’re all Jewish, but my wife is a Philadelphia native and Phillies fan while I grew up in […]

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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.


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Morning Scoop: Kenny Chesney Has Basically Taken Over Wildwood

Wildwood Preps for Chesney. Kenny Chesney-themed drink specials, a four-story stage, $75 “VIP” tickets to stand 2,000 feet away at the Splash Zone Waterpark, and […]

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Will Sandusky Case Change Men’s Locker Rooms?

Those of you who remember the fabulous TV program that ran from 1978-81, The White Shadow, know that many episodes included scenes in which Carver […]

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Dottie Sandusky Stumbles on Mike McQueary Question

Sporting a cool-mint-green sweater and matching shirt, Dottie Sandusky—nicknamed “The Sarge” by her six adopted kids for being strict—clutched her handbag as she took the […]

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One Philadelphian’s Quest to Stop Hating Soccer

Over the years, my life in the big city has turned me into a latte-sipping, pinko-yuppie hipster. But there is one thing I share with […]

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