People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
On the 50th anniversary of Rocky, the never-before-told story of the crazed, chaotic, and clandestine filming of the city’s most famous movie.
Wanted: Riders to Test PATCO’s Fare Integration With SEPTA
The Delaware River Port Authority is seeking 50 commuters to troubleshoot the new joint fare system before it (hopefully) launches in August.
Police Investigating Possible Arson at Montco School
Officials believe someone set fire to a shed near the Center School.
Forget Starbucks Training Day: Here’s How We’ll Really Tackle Racial Bias
The coffee giant is hosting sensitivity trainings. This is what it — and all other companies — should be doing instead.
Avoid Parts of Ridge Avenue and Kelly Drive This Week
Some lanes will be closed for repair projects — here’s when.
Wildwood Police Investigating Video of Officer Punching Woman
The video went viral this Memorial Day weekend.
The Badass Days of Boring Bob Casey
He was the U.S. senator nobody noticed. Then came Donald Trump.
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.
Will the Soda Tax Be Jim Kenney’s Waterloo?
There’s a lot riding on the challenge to the levy, including, perhaps, the mayor’s legacy.
Best Thing: Mail Service Is Gonna Stink!
Junk mail? More like skunk mail, amirite?
Gov. Wolf Announces $180M “Resurface PA” Roadwork Initiative
PennDOT is already hard at work repairing potholes and other roadway flaws exacerbated by this past winter’s weather.
Appeals Court Upholds Transgender Bathroom Policy at Pa. School
The ruling is a win for transgender students in the Boyertown School District.
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.
FBI, ATF Join Investigation of Mysterious Bucks County Explosions
Federal authorities are assisting in the Pennsylvania State Police probe of several unexplained late-night blasts over the past month.
PUC Judge Shuts Down Sunoco Mariner East Pipeline
The judge ruled that it poses a “grave risk” to public safety.
Free Tolls Along the A.C. Expressway Tomorrow for Lucky Shoregoers
Chickie’s and Pete’s will cover the tab for all motorists at the Egg Harbor exit for one hour on Friday to kick off Memorial Day Weekend.
