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To Stave Off Gentrification, Kensington Becomes Its Own Landlord

How one special sliver of the city is redefining what smart neighborhood development can look like in Philadelphia … and far beyond.


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New Documentary Boys to Fame Tells the Most Tender Eagles Story You’ve Probably Never Heard

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The Man at the Forefront of the Battle Over Philly’s Slavery Memorial Tells All

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Inside the Philadelphia Art Museum’s Epic Meltdown

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The front and backs of the special cat-filled jerseys that the Phillies minor league team the Lakewood BlueClaws will wear this Saturday.
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A Phillies Minor League Team Is Going to Wear Cat-Covered Jerseys on Saturday

Aww!

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Pete Rose Sues Man Who Got Him Banned from Baseball

The suit centers on comments about statutory rape.

The Company That Built SEPTA’s Faulty Railcars Wants Another Contract

Hyundai Rotem hopes to manufacture new trains for SEPTA. Is that a bad idea?

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Outside Shuttered Casino, Clinton Assails Trump’s Record in A.C.

“What he did here in Atlantic City is exactly what he’ll do if he becomes president.”

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Brace Yourself: It’s About to Get Dangerously Hot in Philly

A three-day excessive heat warning has been issued for the region.

Buses, subways and trolleys will roll again starting this morning
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Woman Arrested for Macing SEPTA Bus Driver

It’s not a good week for SEPTA.


Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope

Inside Pennsbury High’s Legendary Prom: The Most Epic School Dance in America

Inside Pennsbury High’s Legendary Prom: The Most Epic School Dance in America

A six-figure budget. Hundreds of helpers. Giant art installations. A tentacled kraken. This prom is like no other.


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These Public Pools in Philly Just Got Colorful Makeovers

Fresh paint, beach chairs and umbrellas are sprucing up pools around the city.

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Chaput: Unwed and Gay Couples Shouldn’t Receive Communion

The Archdiocese’s new rules contrast with the teachings of Pope Francis.

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Why You Should Go To This Celebration of Philly’s Vibrant Salsa Scene

Free dance lessons, live music and more!

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SEPTA: Regional Rail Delays May Be Worse Wednesday

The transit agency is encouraging rail riders to find alternate ways to commute. Again.

Activist-Turned-Congressman Pushes for Equality Act

Plus more national LGBTQ news.

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How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

Beloved Galapagos tortoises Mommy and Abrazzo became first-time parents — and gave their species a ray of hope.

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

Fifty years after founding their legendary Philadelphia International Records, Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, with friends and collaborators from Thom Bell to John Oates to Patti LaBelle, look back on the musical partnership that came to define the city.


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Man Found Shot in Pennypack Park

The 21-year-old man was in stable condition.

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Mayor Kenney Officially Ends Ban On Serving Food in Public Parks

Organizations that feed the homeless had sued over the ban.

The Regional Rail Fiasco Proves How Good SEPTA Really Is

No, seriously.

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Head of Philly’s 4th of July Explains What the Hell Happened Last Night

Welcome America’s Jeff Guaracino responds to criticisms.

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