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WSJ: ‘Peyton’s Places’ Documents the History, Reputation of Eagles Fans
Philadelphia Eagles fans are notorious for a number of reasons, and some were documented during the season four finale of “Peyton’s Places,” writes John Anderson for The Wall Street Journal. Perhaps the most well-known incident from Eagles fans is “The Santa Game.” In December 1968, the Eagles won a game that cost them the No.…
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Here Are Some of the Best Brunch Spots in Philadelphia
Brunch has always been one of the most favorite meals for many Philadelphians, so it is no wonder that the city has plenty of excellent spots where you can enjoy a great one, write Jason Sheehan and Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé for the Philadelphia Magazine. Middle Child Clubhouse in Fishtown has been transformed into one of the…
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Philadelphia is the Nation’s First Officially Designated Sensory-Inclusive City
Philadelphia is gaining recognition for its efforts to being more welcoming to people with sensory sensitivities as it’s been named the first U.S. city to become certified as sensory-inclusive, writes Chris Compendio for Phillyvoice. According to city data, an estimated 17 percent of Philadelphia’s population has a disability. That is more than any other major…
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Learn ‘History of the Holocaust’ with New Spring Course at Bucks County Community College
Bucks County Community College, which has been responding to residents’ educational needs since its founding nearly sixty years ago, introduces History of the Holocaust, a three-credit course offered for the first time in the spring semester. In addition, later in the spring, the College is hosting a panel discussion with the author of the book, Life…
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Wall Street Journal: University of Pennsylvania Ranks as the Top Large School in the Northeast
The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2024 Best Colleges in the U.S. ranking list is out, and the University of Pennsylvania ranked as the top large school in the Northeast, writes Gerard Yates for The Wall Street Journal. For the rankings, a school is considered large if they have 10,000 or more undergraduate students. Penn ranked…
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Philadelphia-based La Colombe Acquired By Chobani in $900 Million Deal
Chobani, the Greek yogurt and oat milk maker, has acquired Philadelphia-based La Colombe, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The $900 million deal comes eight years after its founder became a majority stakeholder in the coffee brand. “We’ve already made an investment in the coffee category with our creamers and are excited about…
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The Lore of Cheesesteaks Has Something To Do With Cooper Sharp Cheese
Danny DiGiampietro, owner of Angelo’s Pizzeria in South Philadelphia, admits that Cooper Sharp cheese is a pain to work with, but its positives are hard to ignore, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “You put it on the slicer and it sticks to everything. When you stack it up, if it’s not cold enough,…
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Philadelphia Eagles Have the Second Most Loyal Fans in the NFL, According to Recent Study
Bookmaker review site Smart Betting Guide recently released a study that highlighted the most loyal fanbases in the NFL, and the Philadelphia Eagles ranked second in the league. The researchers analyzed eight metrics, such as social media followers, engagement and average likes, the average home, away and total attendance, and the average money spent on…
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Years After Leaving the Eagles, Malcolm Jenkins Continues Trying to Leave His Mark on Philly
It may have been almost four years since Malcolm Jenkins last put on a Philadelphia Eagles uniform, but his impact continues to be felt throughout the city, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY. Beyond his former career as an NFL safety, Jenkins is also an author, business owner, philanthropist, and father. In Philadelphia, he opened a…
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South Philly Musician, Suzanne Sheer, Goes Viral for Playing Abandoned Piano on Broad Street
While walking home from the grocery store with friends on a recent Monday evening, Suzanne Sheer spotted a piano her neighbor had discarded on the sidewalk along Broad Street and decided to play it, writes Heather J. Chin for Billy Penn at WHYY. On the piano, she played an original song titled, “Pop Star,” set…
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Celebrate the Magic of Christmas with the Joyful Sounds of Keith Spencer and Friends in Concert
The Zlock Performing Arts Center at Bucks County Community College is set to present a unique performance of holiday music with Bucks County’s own Keith Spencer and his friends within this original holiday special concert, Friday, December 15 with performances at 2 PM and 7:30 PM. Embrace the festive spirit and immerse yourself in the…
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3 Philadelphia Restaurants Land on Esquire’s ‘Best New Restaurants in America’ List
When going to different dining establishments across the country, one can find that radical authenticity has seen a major surge, reports Kevin Sintumuang for Esquire. After a staff of Esquire reporters made visits to various restaurants in the U.S. — each unique in its own way — the team put together the 41st edition of…
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A Philadelphia Woman ‘Adopted’ a Small Island in Front of Boathouse Row, and It’s Now Named the ‘Isle of Jean’
A small island in the Schuylkill that can be seen when strolling along the path behind the Fairmount Water Works has been adopted by a local woman and now has an official name: Isle of Jean, writes Nick Jaramillo for Billy Penn at WHYY. The island, which can be approached on a small boardwalk, became…
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Philadelphia’s ‘Narcan Batman’ is On a Mission Reduce Overdose Deaths
Ryan Sager often monitors the streets of Kensington on a mission to save those battling addiction from overdose deaths, writes Megan Palin for the New York Post. The Kensington neighborhood in Philadelphia has been among the most drug-addled in the nation and has become the largest open-air drug market on the East Coast. Sager finds…
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WSJ: As Inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament Reaches the Quarterfinals, Two Broadcasters With Philly Roots Collaborate
During the offseason, it was announced that the NBA would be introducing its first-ever In-Season Tournament, and the turn to December means the start of the quarterfinal round, writes Robert O’Connell for The Wall Street Journal. To turn the tournament into more of a spectacle, the NBA will have two competing networks — TNT and…
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U.S. Mint in Philadelphia Hosts Ceremonial Strike For New Harriet Tubman Commemorative Coin
The U.S. Mint in Philadelphia recently hosted a ceremonial strike for the 2024 Harriet Tubman commemorative coin, writes Racquel Williams for KYW Newsradio. The coin celebrates the bicentennial of Tubman’s birth and memorializes the activist who guided numerous enslaved individuals to freedom. “It’s about time that this Moses of our people is recognized in such…
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Bucks County Community College Cited as Top Two-Year Institution in Pennsylvania for Supporting Student Transfer Success
A recent U.S. Department of Education report highlighting the top two- and four-year colleges and universities supporting student transfer was released earlier this month with groundbreaking data. Nearly 40% of students transfer at some point during their collegiate journey, and they lose more than 40% of their credits on average when they transfer from one…
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The Comcast Center Has Sights on Becoming a Culinary Hub, and 5 James Beard Award Winners Are Leading the Charge
The Comcast Center in Center City features a nice selection of restaurants, and it’s part of a grand vision for the corporation, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The roster of restaurateurs responsible for the food establishments features five James Beard Award winners. They are Greg Vernick of Vernick Coffee Bar and Vernick…
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