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

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Read nasal spray labels — and listen to them.Using some over-the-counter sprays like Afrin past the three-day recommended time period may cause nasal linings to […]

From the city to the suburbs, we rounded up the super-fun programs that will keep ’em off the couch all summer long

CHECK OUT THE TOP 15 DAY CAMPS FOR HEALTHY KIDS HERE FOR MORE COOL CAMPS, SEE "HAPPY CAMPERS" FROM THE APRIL ISSUE HERE    

Recession-proof fun and food at Chris’

We get tons of emails from restaurants and clubs about their so-called "deals," but this one really takes the prize. At Chris’ Jazz Cafe on […]

Food Investigator: Fish You Won’t Want to Passover

The typical seder spread — with matzoh ball soup, tender brisket, and chocolate macaroons — is nothing short of delicious. But gefilte fish, a Passover […]

Cupmakes Make-Your-Own Cupcake Bakery

Mounded with frosting and cute as can be, cupcakes bring out the kid in us. This May, partners Christopher Rice and Richard Talens will open […]

New Restaurants in Philadelphia Spring 2009

It doesn’t seem like anything can keep Philadelphians from launching new eateries (see our report from last week on the U-City restaurant craze). We are […]

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.

The First Year: How to Deal With the Grizzly Bear in Your Bed

Now that you’ve unpacked those honeymoon bags, climbing into your brand new marital bed can reveal some discomfiting truths about your partner’s sleeping habits: Ahem, […]

Ask the Expert: Do I Have To Treat My Guests To Parking

Question: We’re having our reception at a big, fancy hotel in Center City — are we obligated to pay for our guests’ parking? Answer: No, […]

Elizabeth Ayerle, owner of Fresh Ayer, dishes on her latest find

WHO: Elizabeth Ayerle OWNS: Fresh Ayer MOST RECENT PURCHASE I’M LOVING: Spare Soles DISCOVERED AT: Fresh Ayer WHY I’M OBSESSED: They are portable roll-up flats […]

Street Style: Here Comes The Sun

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE SLIDESHOW SEE LAST WEEK’S STREET STYLE HERE Happy Friday!A little rainier than I tend to like my weeks, but at […]

Philly Mag veteran Carol Saline on PTC’s latest

Act One: Peter sits on the sofa reading. His wife Ann enters from the kitchen and says, “We should talk.” Eventually, they do — about […]

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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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A beloved bartender and the former chef at Lolita give Rittenhouse a New American spot that won’t break the bank

This Center City restaurant quietly opened almost two months ago right under our noses, but owner Laurentiu Muras already has a stable of regulars who […]

Thanks to the big cheese at PhillyCarShare, something’s cooking on South Street — and it could be you

Eli Massar, executive director of PhillyCarShare, is translating that organization’s brilliant concept to a brand-new rent-by-the-hour commercial kitchen called Philly Kitchen Share. The space can […]

From food-friendly bars to high-quality quick-service spots and even top-shelf chains, they’re growing restaurants on the streets of Penn — and beyond

With all the restaurants planning to open in the next few months, it doesn’t seem like the economy hasn’t had quite the jarring effect on […]

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