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Back to SearchWhy These Philly Parks Got 1-Star Reviews
Philly is giving its neighborhood parks some TLC this weekend with the start of Love Your Park Week. Running from May 9 through 17, this annual celeb…
5 months, 2 weeks ago
'Why Are We Closing Schools That Work?' Councilmember Critiques District Schools Plan
A heated Philadelphia School Board meeting ended in a 6-3 vote, which approved a $3 billion facilities plan that would close 17 schools and renovate …
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Why Philly's Sidewalks Suck
It seems like a crack in the sidewalk or broken curb should be an easy fix. However, in Philly these issues get complicated because it isn't the city…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
School Board Prez Defends School Closures, Despite ‘Problematic’ Rollout
Despite an extraordinary and emotional confrontation with City Council last week, the Philadelphia School Board voted 6-3 to approve a $3 billion fac…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Congressional Candidate No-Show, Car-Free Idea for Passyunk Avenue & Eating off the Please Touch Museum’s Floor
It’s the Friday news roundup. We’re talking about this week’s congressional debate – and which candidate was a no-show. Plus, the strange origin of s…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Your Guide to May 2026 in Philly
May kicks off festival season in the city. From music to food, we couldn’t be more excited to check out the festivals Philly is offering this month. …
5 months, 3 weeks ago
School District Needs Money, Cyclists Want Protection & Philly Says No to ICE
The school district is broke, and the mayor has a controversial plan to solve the problem. Meanwhile the Center City bike lane saga continues. And wh…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Move Over Happy Hour: Why Philly’s Doing Aperitivo Hour
Nightlife seems to be getting earlier in Philly, and that’s given rise to a new trend – aperitivo hour. Think small plates, small bites, and low-ABV …
5 months, 4 weeks ago
How Gaza Became the Biggest Issue in Philly’s Congressional Race
A congressman representing about half of our city is retiring, so Philly is getting the rare chance to fill an open seat with a new congressional rep…
5 months, 4 weeks ago
'Your City Could Be Better': Meet Nashville's Rogue Bench Builders — Presented By City Cast Philly
Are DIY urban projects the key to improving the infrastructure in cities like Philly? The grassroots group To Nashville, With Love has built and inst…
6 months ago