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Exploring Sound Healing at Shared Wellness
Sound healing, practiced for centuries, is gaining recognition for its deep effects on the body and mind. Shared Wellness is fortunate to have Nikki Hildebrand on its clinical team. After learning about sound healing in Nepal, Nikki became certified through The School of Mindfulness and Sound, bringing this powerful practice to the Wellness Center. In…
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Where to Find Philadelphia’s Best Hoagies
While Philadelphia is best known for cheesesteaks, hoagies — with their endless variations — are a close second in the city’s sandwich hierarchy, writes Robert DiGiacomo for Food & Wine. There is no shortage of eateries crafting excellent hoagies across Philadelphia. However, a few rise above the rest. Farina Di Vita in Queen Village uses…
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Popular Mount Airy Restaurant to Close in September After Decade in Business
Jansen, one of Mount Airy’s top rated restaurants, will be saying goodbye in late September, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. David Jansen, the restaurant’s chef-owner, pointed to economics as one of the factors in his decision to close the restaurant. “I’ve had 10 great years there, but I could never really generate the…
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Brand New Concert Mini-Series Coming to Doylestown
Concert promoter Joe Montone and his Stage United nonprofit organization are joining forces with Doylestown for a new concert mini-series, Concerts at the Commons, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Concerts at the Commons will feature an exciting lineup of bands, delicious food trucks, and local craft beer — perfect for satisfying every appetite. The…
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As Founder and CEO of Two Philadelphia Companies, Jenny Rafeh is All About Service to Others
Moving to a new country and uprooting all you know can be a difficult ordeal for anyone, particularly during your teen years. That was the situation Jenny Rafeh found herself in. Twenty-seven years ago at 14, Rafeh and her family left Venezuela — where her parents previously immigrated to from Syria — and moved to…
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Americans Rank New Hope Among Top 15 Prettiest Small Towns in Nation
Americans recently selected their fifteen prettiest small towns in the United States, and New Hope proudly secured a spot on the list, writes Zobia Shazi for the Have Clothes Will Travel. The charming Bucks County town, nestled on the tranquil banks of the Delaware River, enchants visitors with its beautiful architecture and rich artistic heritage.…
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Philadelphia’s New Apartments Are Among the Smallest in the Nation, According to New Report
As the average size of new apartments are continuing to expand nationwide, some cities such as Philadelphia are an exception. Philadelphia has the 10th smallest average new apartment size in the nation, according to a new report by RentCafe. The report found that new Philadelphia apartments are an average of 759-square-feet, which is significantly lower…
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Chalfont Couple Follows Growing Trend, Begins Raising Backyard Chickens
Michael Demby and Jessica Musicus recently started raising chickens at their Chalfont home, joining a growing trend across the Philadelphia region, writes Beccah Hendrickson for 6abc. The couple built a chicken coop last year in an effort to live more sustainably, especially after the price of a dozen eggs doubled compared to a year ago.…
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Peirce College Announces Patty Jackson As 2025 Commencement Ceremony Keynote Speaker
Peirce College is honored and excited to announce that Patty Jackson, WDAS radio personality and Philadelphia legend, will be the keynote speaker for the 2025 Peirce College Commencement Ceremony! Jackson will address graduates at the College’s 160th Commencement Ceremony, to be held at the Miller Theater in Center City Philadelphia. A proud South Philadelphia native,…
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Philadelphia’s Navy Yard Earns Gold Star in Sustainable Development for Walkable Streets, Energy Efficiency
Philadelphia’s Navy Yard redevelopment has won a gold star, thanks to its energy-efficient, sustainable, and walkable design, writes Sophia Schmidt for WHYY. About a quarter of the former naval shipyard received the LEED Gold for Neighborhood Development certification. According to developers, it is the largest project nationwide to receive the designation. “Philadelphia deserves to be…
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Synthetic Dye Ban Puts Philadelphia’s Classic Treats at Risk
With the Department of Health and Human Services, led by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., moving to phase out eight petroleum-based artificial food dyes, several iconic Philadelphia treats may be at risk, writes Emily Bloch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The aim is to eliminate artificial colors from the nation’s food supply by the end of next…
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This South Philadelphia Pizzeria is Earning High Praise for Having Some of the Best Cheesesteaks in the City
Philadelphia has several iconic food staples, with cheesesteaks being one of them. With so many different shops to choose from for a delicious cheesesteak, one pizzeria in South Philadelphia stands out having earned a near cult-like following, writes Ceara Milligan for Mashed. That would be Angelo’s Pizzeria. In just over 5 years, the pizza shop…
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New Britain Borough Council Approves Liquor License Transfer for New Italian Restaurant
The New Britain Borough Council has approved the intermunicipal transfer of a liquor license to HG Coal Fired Pizza, the new Italian restaurant that is set to open soon on East Butler Avenue, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The beer and wine-only license, previously assigned to HG Bucks County Bagels in Warminster, will be…
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Philadelphia’s Many Vibrant, Diverse Neighborhoods Also Provide Many Unique Offerings
Philadelphia is home to a vibrant and culturally diverse mix of neighborhoods, with each offering something for everyone, write the Editors for Philadelphia Style. Avenue of the Arts is a true haven for art lovers, opera aficionados, and theatergoers. It is home to numerous art centers and galleries, but there is also so much more,…
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Jalen Hurts Now a Married Man, Weds Longtime Girlfriend Bry Burrows in Private Ceremony
Jalen Hurts continues to reach different milestones in both his professional and personal life, the latest one being that he is now a married man, writes Tionah Lee for E! Online. Hurts and his longtime girlfriend, Bry Burrows, officially tied the knot during a recent private wedding ceremony. The wedding comes seven months after the…
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Philadelphia Fed President Harker Pushes Back On Idea That College is Only Path to Economic Prosperity
Philadelphia Fed President Patrick Harker, who once served as a university president himself, has pushed back on the idea that college is the sole path to economic prosperity, writes Nicole Goodkind for Barron’s. “Now I’m going to say something completely inappropriate,” said Harker during the Economic Mobility Summit, hosted by the Federal Reserve Bank of…
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Philadelphia’s Poverty Declines While Violent Crime, Unemployment Show Improvements
According to The Pew Charitable Trusts’ 2025 State of the City report, poverty and violent crime in Philadelphia are declining, while unemployment rates are falling and educational outcomes are improving, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY. Pew researchers found that the city’s economy is overall stronger than it was during the pandemic five years ago, although…
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New Analysis Reveals How Much Penn Owns in University City Real Estate
The University of Pennsylvania trustees own more than $3.3 billion in real estate in University City, three times more than any other educational institution in the region, writes Emily Scolnick for The Daily Pennsylvanian. According to an analysis of city property records by The Daily Pennsylvanian, Penn’s real estate holdings in Philadelphia include numerous campus…
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