People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
After a quarter century at Haverford High, 2026’s National Teacher of the Year Leon Smith shares what he’s learned about connection, critical thinking, and helping young people see what they’re capable of.
It honors her father, Donald Fey, who died in October.
Hingston: The nation’s greatest-ever rags-to-riches story took place right here.
“As some of you may have already heard, Big Soda isn’t thrilled.”
This weekend’s events include First Friday, charity, and service.
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.
The new mayor sets aside money for a Vision Zero plan, labor contracts and more. But there’s no extra cash for the school district.
The Scoop: Frontier Airlines has applied to start a once-a-week flight.
Prosecutors say Judge Joseph O’Neill denied being asked to fix a case.
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.
A Council email said you had to be on the “official list” to attend the new mayor’s speech. Was it a mistake?
Norovirus is sweeping the nation. And so is… mumps?
After this year’s Oscars, it’s time to demand more.
“We’re Leading in a Category We Don’t Want to be Leading”
Why Bob Casey is pushing for a pretty huge increase in anti-heroin funding.
