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Speedy Ortiz
Arts & Entertainment

Sing Us Home Festival looks to create ‘a lot of memories with a lot of people’ May 2-4 in Manayunk

Festival headliners including Frank Turner, The Bouncing Souls, and event organizer Dave Hause will play alongside AJJ and Tim McIlrath.

2 weeks ago

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Britain's Prince Edward
Education

Prince Edward to visit Philadelphia to dedicate historic bell, honor students

As a working royal, the prince promotes the benefits of non-formal education, and works to support the arts, heritage and conservation.

2 weeks ago

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Shipping containers at the Port of Philadelphia
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania exporters brace for the cost of retaliatory tariffs during Trump’s trade war

Retaliatory tariffs are hurting some Pennsylvania exporters trying to sell American products abroad during Donald Trump’s trade war.

2 weeks ago

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Aerial shot of Traffic circle at Lansdowne Drive and Avenue of the Republic in Philadelphia
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

How to drive Philly’s newest roundabout

Don't worry, it’s not a Jersey traffic circle!

2 weeks ago

Hikers crossing the Wissahickon creek
Community

Montgomery County launches 10th annual ‘Trail Challenge’

Participants can win prizes for visiting 18 participating parks and trails before Dec. 1.

2 weeks ago

Joseph Gidjunis wide shot
Arts & Entertainment

Philly filmmakers’ ‘Grown Up Dad’ documentary series gets full season on PBS

The show about fathering started as a pilot last year. This weekend, the filmmakers are teasing the first season, which starts in June, at Bryn Mawr College.

2 weeks ago

An artist rendering of a building at 3838 Market Street in Philadelphia
Urban Planning

Philly life sciences slowdown leaves big lots empty — and residents awaiting a new grocery store

Economic challenges are leaving projects on hold as developers struggle to secure tenants and financing.

2 weeks ago

A Philadelphia school bus
Education

Philly Board of Education meeting: Parents and students testify about deteriorating buildings, teacher shortage

The Thursday meeting saw calls for more library funding, addressing the district's staffing shortages and deteriorating buildings.

3 weeks ago

Jihaad Campbell poses after being chosen by the Philadelphia Eagles with the 31st overall pick during the first round of the NFL football draft
Community
Billy Penn

Eagles trade up for Camden native Jihaad Campbell in the NFL Draft’s first round

The former Alabama linebacker was thrilled to be coming home to the Super Bowl champions. Howie Roseman called the pick a “no-brainer.”

3 weeks ago

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Studio 2
Community

Studio 2 Extra: Haircuts for the homeless

Empowering Cuts is a nonprofit that serves up free haircuts ...

Air Date: April 25, 2025 11:00 am

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Mural of Pope Francis and child on the facade of Saint Malachy School
Community

Pope Francis mural in North Philadelphia offers chance to reflect on ‘all he brought to the world’ following his death

“When people look at this mural right now, they see family, they see union, they see compassion,” mural designer Cesar Viveros said.

3 weeks ago

Listen 1:22
Jazz critic Francis Davis
Arts & Entertainment

Francis Davis critiqued jazz as a ‘force for understanding who we are’

The renowned Philadelphia writer and spouse of “Fresh Air” radio host Terry Gross died April 14 at the age of 78.

3 weeks ago

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Citizens Bank Park
Community
Billy Penn

‘Warmth’ has entered the chat! Your guide to getting outdoors

Spring is finally here! We compiled a by-no-means-comprehensive list of upcoming events and outdoor spots you could visit.

3 weeks ago

Basketball league
Community
Billy Penn

Free basketball league in Kensington offers alternative to violence

A successful first season provided exercise and a social outlet for adult men under 40. A summer session is planned.

3 weeks ago

Germantown Jazz Festival musicians playing
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Germantown aims to hit a high note with a jazz festival this weekend

The Philly neighborhood’s historic jazz scene has dwindled over the years. Enthusiasts hope the inaugural three-day event will infuse life back into the community.

3 weeks ago

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