Philadelphia
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Here Are Some of the Most Delicious, Popular Dishes Reading Terminal Market Has to Offer
Reading Terminal Market is known for its onslaught of food options at its several dozen eateries, and some of the market’s most delicious dishes are Philly classics, writes Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme for Philadelphia Magazine. If you’re up to try pupusas from El Merkury, you can get the cheesesteak pupusa or the classic bean and cheese as…
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Philadelphia Flyers Great Brian Propp Releases New, Inspirational Memoir
Brian Propp, a Philadelphia Flyers great, has released a new memoir highlighting his resilience amid his stroke recovery, writes Dave Uram for KYW Newsradio. The book is titled, Angel on My Wing: A Story of Faith, Determination and Courage. “My story is about faith and a little bit hockey and my stroke and how I…
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Meet the Woman Who Created a ‘Traveling Queer Bar’ to Bring LGBTQ, Non-Binary Folks in Philly Region Together
Rebecca Kenton was in her 30s when she began questioning her identify and searching for her lesbian community. She came out after being in a heterosexual marriage with two young children. However, after years of finding that the community was more “cliquish,” making it difficult to connect, Kenton decided to build what she sought, writes…
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Phillies Catcher Garrett Stubbs Marries Evyn Murray in Los Cabos Wedding
Philadelphia Phillies catcher Garrett Stubbs recently exchanged vows with his longtime love Evyn Murray in a romantic wedding in Mexico, writes Ashlyn Robinette for People. The wedding took place at Solaz, a luxury Collection Resort in Los Cabos. “It was exactly what we envisioned from the beginning. A roller coaster of emotions,” Murray said. “At…
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The Best Airbnbs in Philadelphia, According to Condé Nast Traveler
If you’re looking for an Airbnb in Philadelphia, you are bound to find one whether it’s in a historic row home or spread out across a modern apartment, writes Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme for Condé Nast Traveler. Old City is a nice option if you’re looking for an Airbnb. There, you can find one of Philly’s classic…
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WSJ: Philadelphia Eagles Overtake Lead as NFL’s Most Valuable Franchise
The Philadelphia Eagles now have the highest known valuation for any sports franchise in the United States at $8.3 billion, writes Andrew Beaton for The Wall Street Journal. This increased value comes after Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie sold 8 percent of the franchise to two buyers. The sales come against the backdrop of big-name firms…
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Five Below Charts New Course, Returning to Its Roots Upon Appointing New CEO
Five Below has appointed a new CEO, effective December 16, and with an “organizational refocus” are eyeing the beginnings of a turnaround, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. After appointing Winnie Park as its new CEO, Five Below founder and executive chairman Thomas Vellios said the company is moving forward with a “refreshed…
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Philadelphia Eagles To Sell Two Minority Stakes, Team’s Valuation Rises to $8.1 Billion
The Philadelphia Eagles have agreed to sell two minority stakes in the team with deals that value the franchise at over $8.1 billion, writes Ben Fischer for Sports Business Journal. Assuming NFL owners approved the transactions, the new investors will hold 8 percent of the club. Specifically, the family trust of Ed Peskowitz, founder of…
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The Philadelphia Editor Who Made Thanksgiving a National Tradition
Did you know one woman’s determination turned Thanksgiving into a beloved national holiday? Sarah Josepha Hale, a trailblazing editor in 19th-century Philadelphia, convinced Abraham Lincoln to unite the nation with an annual day of gratitude. Here is the story of how Hale’s visionary campaign shaped the Thanksgiving tradition we cherish today as shared by Rund…
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General Recreation Playground Revamp Opens at Fox Chase Recreation Center
General Recreation Inc. in Newtown Square provided improvements to playground areas at Fox Chase Recreation Center. Philadelphia City Councilman Brian O’Neill and Department of Parks and Commissioner Susan Slawson recently cut a ribbon to celebrate the improvements, writes Tom Waring for PA Times. The 18-month project was completed in phases. The $2.5 million project includes…
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A Narrative History of Philadelphia – Balancing Legacy and Shortcomings in New Book
Philadelphia: A Narrative History, a book by Paul Kahan is a trove of knowledge about the city, but it spends all too much time focusing on its failures, writes D.G. Hart for The Wall Street Journal. The book carries a tone of persistent scolding, while offering a relentless commentary on the city’s shortcomings. The encyclopedic…
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What Impact Has Philadelphia’s Soda Tax Had on Public Health? New Study Provides Some Answers
University of Pennsylvania researcher Christina Roberto did not expect to find much of a health impact when she set out to study Philadelphia’s soda tax, writes Aubrey Whelan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “We know that it is really hard to shift a person’s weight and keep that weight off, and it’s a really tall order…
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Learn How Philadelphia Neighborhoods Earned Their Names
Philadelphia is a historic city of neighborhoods. Each one has a story as to how they earned their names, and a Reddit page has compiled a list of those stories. Bartram Village is named in honor of famous botanist, John Bartram, who lived in the nearby area. Bella Vista is Italian for “Beautiful Sight,” and…
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Frontier Airlines Brings ‘Ultimate Game of Hide and Seek’ to Philadelphia Travelers
For its latest giveaway, Frontier Airlines took to the streets of Philadelphia to hide five green piggy banks with a $1,000 flight voucher and membership in the carrier’s Discount Den, writes Analisa Romano for the Philadelphia Business Journal. “It’s the ultimate game of hide and seek for travelers in the Philadelphia area,” said the carrier. …
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Philadelphia School District Expands New Therapeutic Program to 12 Local Schools After Successful Pilot
The Philadelphia School District recently launched a new therapeutic pilot program at Fox Chase Farm for students and thanks to its success, the pilot program is being expanded to 12 schools this academic year, writes Kristen A. Graham for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The program, called Equine-Assisted Social Emotional Learning Support, helps students learn about social…
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Norwegian Cruise Line to Make Philadelphia Its New Homeport in 2026
In 2026, Norwegian Cruise Line will become the first cruise line to sail from Philadelphia in years, writes Alison Fox for Travel + Leisure. That year, the cruise line will sail to Bermuda, Canada, and New England. The Norwegian Jewel kicks off its voyages on April 16, 2026, offering seven- to nine-day trips to Bermuda.…
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9 Philadelphia Neighborhoods Named Among Best Places to Live in Pennsylvania
Stacker has compiled a list of the 30 best places to live in Pennsylvania, and nearly one-third of the neighborhoods are located in Philadelphia, according to the publication. The ranking was compiled using data from Niche, which ranks places to live based on factors including cost of living, schools, health care, recreation, and weather. The…
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2 Acclaimed Philadelphia Restaurants Announce Expansion Plans Throughout City
Two of Philadelphia’s hottest restaurants — Honeysuckle Provisions and Friday Saturday Sunday — have announced plans to expand, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Omar Tate and Cybille St. Aude-Tate, owners of Honeysuckle Provisions, recently shuttered their West Philadelphia Afrocentric cafe and grocery store after exactly two years in operation to open a…
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