• Celebrating 25 Years of the Philadelphia Navy Yard, and Cheers to Many More

    Celebrating 25 Years of the Philadelphia Navy Yard, and Cheers to Many More

    This year marks 25 years of the Philadelphia Navy Yard and the growth that has been seen in the past quarter-century has laid the ground work for the future, writes Jack Tomczuk for Metro Philadelphia. For the leaders behind the effort to redevelop the area, the future includes turning the Navy Yard into Philadelphia’s newest…

  • Beloved Fishtown Dance Bar Set to Reopen After Three Years

    Beloved Fishtown Dance Bar Set to Reopen After Three Years

    Three years after The Barbary in Fishtown shut its doors, the popular dance bar is set to officially reopen on Thursday, March 27, writes Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The announcement was made in an Instagram post earlier this week. The Barbary is known for its amazing dance parties and matinee punk shows, and…

  • Two Bucks County Routes Among 20+ Must-Try Scenic Bike Trails in Philadelphia Region

    Two Bucks County Routes Among 20+ Must-Try Scenic Bike Trails in Philadelphia Region

    Two Bucks County routes are among the 20+ must-try bike trails in the Philadelphia region that are sure to satisfy all your biking needs, according to Philadelphia Magazine. For cyclists looking for a long ride with lots of changing scenery, the Delaware Canal Towpath is the route to take. Here, you can enjoy breathtaking, ever-changing…

  • Philadelphia Region’s Population Growth Driven by International Migration

    Philadelphia Region’s Population Growth Driven by International Migration

    The population in the Philadelphia metropolitan area increased by over 49,500 last year, primarily fueled by international migration, write Alex Fitzpatrick and Isaac Avilucea for AXIOS. Immigrants have been the main driver of the region’s growth since 2020. Greater Philadelphia recorded a 1.4 percent increase in population from 2020 to 2024, according to the U.S.…

  • Italian Restaurant and Bar to Replace Former New Hope Star Diner in Solebury

    Italian Restaurant and Bar to Replace Former New Hope Star Diner in Solebury

    A new Italian restaurant and bar, set to be opened by cousins Frank Picone and Anthony Adragna, will take the place of the former New Hope Star Diner in Solebury, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The Solebury Township Board of Supervisors recently approved the transfer of a liquor license from the closed TGI Friday…

  • Joann Fabrics Stores Are Closing; Here Are the Best Local Alternatives in Philly

    Joann Fabrics Stores Are Closing; Here Are the Best Local Alternatives in Philly

    The announced closure of all 800 Joann Fabrics stores was a blow to crafters and sewers across the nation, but Philadelphia offers plenty of alternatives to take its place, writes Rita Giordano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Approved Textiles is a relative newcomer to Philadelphia’s Fabric Row. It specializes in supporting “slow fashion” by offering sustainably…

  • Looking For the Best Seafood in Philly? Try These Spots

    Looking For the Best Seafood in Philly? Try These Spots

    While Philadelphia has had a relatively tumultuous relationship with seafood over the years, the city isn’t short on delicious seafood restaurants that are sure to fulfill your appetite, write Jason Sheehan and Kae Lani Palmisano for Philadelphia Magazine. At Alice in Bella Vista, you can start off with Barnegat Bay Oysters with cucumber aguachile, grilled…

  • Shared Wellness Opens Doors to the Community With Groundbreaking of New Center in Warrington

    Shared Wellness Opens Doors to the Community With Groundbreaking of New Center in Warrington

    In the ever-evolving landscape of mental health and wellness, Shared Wellness, a service provider in Warrington currently supporting people with intellectual disabilities and their families, has embarked on a transformative journey to become a trauma-informed organization. This commitment led to the creation of the Shared Wellness Community Center in 2023. Building on this success, Shared…

  • Check Out the New Additions to Citizens Bank Park’s Menu

    Check Out the New Additions to Citizens Bank Park’s Menu

    When you go to a Philadelphia Phillies game this upcoming season, you’ll likely notice a number of new menu items being offered at Citizens Bank Park, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Aramark Sports + Entertainment, the concessionaire for Citizens Bank Park, announced a number of these additions, such as a new sandwich…

  • JFK’s Assassination Has Led to Decades of Conspiracy Theories, Including From Former Philly Lawyer

    JFK’s Assassination Has Led to Decades of Conspiracy Theories, Including From Former Philly Lawyer

    Since President John F. Kennedy was assassinated on Nov. 22, 1963, many have questioned that legitimacy of the Warren Commission’s investigation and subsequent report. Among those critics was former Philadelphia lawyer Vincent Salandria, who became one of the first public critics of the Commission, writes Nick Vadala for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In October 1964, Salandria…

  • Bucks County Community College’s Career Services to Host Community Job Fair April 3

    Bucks County Community College’s Career Services to Host Community Job Fair April 3

    Bucks County Community College, which has been helping people find their passion for more than 60 years, invites the public to a free Community Job Fair on Thursday, April 3 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Nearly three dozen employers ready to hire will be represented in the Linksz Pavilion on the Newtown Campus, located at 275 Swamp Road, Newtown, PA…

  • West Philadelphia Church That Unknowingly Sold Rare Tiffany Windows Heads for Court-Ordered Sale

    West Philadelphia Church That Unknowingly Sold Rare Tiffany Windows Heads for Court-Ordered Sale

    The West Philadelphia church that unknowingly sold off valuable Tiffany windows for a fraction of their worth is now facing a court-ordered sale, as the bank takes action to collect on the over $2 million currently owed by the congregation, write Zoe Greenberg and Ryan W. Briggs for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The listing, describing the…

  • Central Bucks Senior Activity Center Keeps Seniors Moving with Chair Volleyball

    Central Bucks Senior Activity Center Keeps Seniors Moving with Chair Volleyball

    The Central Bucks Senior Activity Center in Doylestown, which provides programs to entertain, stimulate, and educate seniors, recently added a new sport: chair volleyball, reports Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. Audrey Jefferson, 82, president of the Central Bucks Senior Activity Center, credits the sport for keeping her moving and alive. Jefferson first learned about chair volleyball…

  • Burgers Enjoying Moment in Philadelphia As More Chefs Craft Unique Versions of Classic Food Item

    Burgers Enjoying Moment in Philadelphia As More Chefs Craft Unique Versions of Classic Food Item

    Burgers are enjoying a moment in Philadelphia, with local chefs from even the most upscale restaurants crafting elevated takes on the popular American classic, writes Kae Lani Palmisano for Philadelphia Magazine. “One of the cool things about this proliferation of burgers is that it’s sort of a lens to filter your own cuisine and culinary…

  • Drexel Law School Now Ranks in Top 100 for Bar Exam Pass Rate

    Drexel Law School Now Ranks in Top 100 for Bar Exam Pass Rate

    Drexel University’s Kline School of Law jumped 30 spots to rank No. 79 in bar passage percentage among all ABA-accredited law schools nationwide, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Eighty-five percent of Drexel Law graduates passed state bar exams last year, the highest gain among law schools in the Philadelphia region. According to…

  • Wall Street Journal: As Economic Uncertainty Set In, Quakertown Family Tightens Belt to Survive

    Wall Street Journal: As Economic Uncertainty Set In, Quakertown Family Tightens Belt to Survive

    Concerns about the economy have caused consumer confidence to drop, leading some local families to tighten their belts just to get by, write Rachel Louise Ensign, Natasha Khan, and Ruth Simon for The Wall Street Journal. According to the Wall Street Journal, Ellen and Craig Miller, who live in Quakertown, have dialed back hosting friends…

  • Union League of Philadelphia Seeing Unprecedented Growth, Eyeing Further Potential Acquisitions

    Union League of Philadelphia Seeing Unprecedented Growth, Eyeing Further Potential Acquisitions

    The Union League of Philadelphia is experiencing unprecedented growth, marking its most significant expansion in the last decade and more of its 160-year history, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The exclusive members-only private club, long a haunt for top business leaders in the region, launched its expansion in 2014 with the opening…

  • Moviegoers Flocking Back to Local Classic Theaters, Challenging Rumors of Death of Moviegoing

    Moviegoers Flocking Back to Local Classic Theaters, Challenging Rumors of Death of Moviegoing

    According to brick-and-mortar classic theater owners in the Philadelphia region, the death of going to the movies has been greatly exaggerated, writes Kevin Riordan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “Everybody’s always talking doom and gloom, but our attendance was up last year,” said Chris Collier, executive director of Renew Theaters in Doylestown. Renew Theaters is a…