People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
’Tis the season for Jeff Bezos masks and angry pumpkins.
Philly’s Own Kate Flannery Reflects on The Office, 10 Years Later
We sat down at South Street dive bar Bob & Barbara’s with the woman who played Meredith.
Cherelle Parker Wants Mandated Year-Round Schooling In Philadelphia
“Our children are no longer working the farms in the summertime,” she argues. Plus, Helen Gym picks up a not-uncontroversial endorsement.
I Was at Game 5 in Boston, and It Was Pure Sixers Joy
Philly fans got loud in Boston as the Sixers beat the Celtics in Game 5.
Philly Today: Brace Yourselves… Bernie Sanders Is Coming to Philly
And AOC is joining him. Plus, Allan Domb and the world’s largest cannoli.
Bankruptcy May Loom for Philly’s Biggest Kickstarter Ever
The South Philly company behind the Kapsul (formerly Noria) “smart” air conditioner is a spectacular failure.
Philly Today: Helen Gym Campaign Not Very Happy With Steve Keeley Tweet
Plus, Mayor Kenney disses Allan Domb’s endorsement.
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.
If Philly Had Ranked-Choice Voting, Here’s What I’d Do
With so many strong candidates, it can be hard to choose just one. Which is why Philadelphia should let voters rank the candidates. Here’s how I’d vote if we did.
Philly’s Biotech Scene Needs More Local Money — Now
Some observers worry that a recent rush of outside investment could mean our big discoveries won’t stay here.
Philly Today: Turn Off Your Damn Cell Phones, Yannick Begs of You
Plus, inside the most expensive race for mayor in Philly’s history.
Holy Shot Clock, Batman! Sixers Win It by One!
In overtime. The refs reviewed it, but the crowd knew right away. Back to Boston we go!
A Grim Return Home for the Sixers in Game 3 vs. the Celts
James Harden’s chill streak continued, things got physical, and it was an unhappy birthday for P.J.
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.
Philly Today: Jeff Brown Likely Displeased With Brand New Helen Gym Poll
Plus, Rebecca Rhynhart gets her first attack ad.
Philly Today: What’s With the Texas Ads on the Backs of SEPTA Buses?
Plus, will Mayor Kenney make an endorsement? And would any of the candidates actually want it?
Sixers Are Colder Than a Rita’s in Game 2 vs. Celtics
They never promised us a rose Garden, did they?
And the Philly Region’s Award-Winning 2023 Commencement Speakers Are…
Plus, trash unions trash Jeff Brown. And Bernie Sanders just endorsed… yeah.
