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.
Says a new study.
A scary goose mascot, a band, TV crews, the mayor — and free coffee all day.
The candidate says the “white dude who works in the building trades” isn’t getting enough attention.
Otterbein: The state only requires bare-bones sex education. That’s not enough.
Tonight at Penn.
UberPITCH matches venture capitalists and entrepreneurs in black cars.
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.
No, he’s not so silly to wonder about Aaron Hernandez’s future in the NFL.
Joseph Iacovino was one of two workers injured in Monday acccident.
“Stop killing my sisters.”
Sixers did their part and lost last night — just like they did 63 other nights this season. They’re still likely to get just one draft pick.
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.
We’re giving away a pair worth $225.
Opponents says the legislation was passed improperly.
486 students have opted out of standardized testing this year. Only 20 did last year.
