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Bella Vista
Located in South Philadelphia, Bella Vista—Italian for "beautiful sight"—is renowned for its rich cultural tapestry and vibrant community life.
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Hakim's Bookstore
Established in 1959, Hakim's Bookstore is Philadelphia's oldest Black-owned bookstore and a significant cultural landmark. Founded by Dawud Hakim, who was inspired to share knowledge about Black history, the store has been a beacon for African American literature and education.
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Elfreth's Alley
Elfreth's Alley is a must-visit historic street in Philadelphia, renowned as the oldest continuously inhabited residential street in the United States. Established in 1703, this charming cobblestone alleyway is lined with 32 houses built between 1703 and 1836, showcasing Georgian and Federal-style architecture.
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philadelphia NEWS
10 Trendy Landscaping Ideas to Transform Your Philadelphia Yard in 2024
10 Trendy Landscaping Ideas to Transform Your Philadelphia Yard in 2024 Introduction Transforming your Philadelphia yard in 2024 requires a strategic approach rooted in sustainability, innovation, and aesthetics. These trends...
Philadelphia Eagles Fan Tom Trampe Battling Serious Illness
Philadelphia, January 14, 2026 Tom ‘Chomp’ Trampe, a well-known Philadelphia Eagles supporter, is currently undergoing treatment for leukemia after emergency brain surgery. He is expected to stay hospitalized for one to...
20-Year-Old Suspect Apprehended by SWAT Team in Philadelphia
Philadelphia, January 14, 2026 The Pennsylvania State Police SWAT team has arrested 20-year-old Ziyker Washington in Philadelphia, related to a murder case in Norristown. Washington was wanted for his alleged involvement...
Philadelphia Police Search for Blue Jeep in Tow Truck Shooting
Philadelphia, January 14, 2026 Authorities in Philadelphia are actively searching for a blue Jeep connected to a shooting involving a tow truck from December. The police are urging the community to...
Pedestrian Hits SEPTA Bus with Brick on I-76
Philadelphia, January 14, 2026 In a concerning incident in Philadelphia, a pedestrian shattered the windshield of a SEPTA bus using a brick while it was in operation on I-76. This event...
Police Seek Public’s Help in Homicide Investigation
Philadelphia, January 14, 2026 Philadelphia police have released information about a suspect vehicle linked to a homicide investigation. The navy blue Jeep Grand Cherokee, involved in a shooting on December 22,...
Disturbing Incident in Manayunk Involves Home Intruder
Manayunk, Philadelphia, January 14, 2026 Philadelphia police are investigating a troubling incident in Manayunk after a woman discovered an unknown man exposing himself inside her home while she was asleep. The...
Fire Breaks Out in Atlantic City High-Rise Condo
Atlantic City, New Jersey, January 14, 2026 A fire erupted in a high-rise condo building in Atlantic City, New Jersey, injuring a police officer who was responding to the blaze. Emergency...
Philly Bierfest: A Celebration of Craft Beer and Community
Philadelphia, PA, January 14, 2026 The 13th annual Philly Bierfest celebrates Pennsylvania’s brewing heritage at the German Society of Pennsylvania. Attendees can sample over 20 local breweries, enjoy live entertainment, and...
SCHOOL NEWS
Cadence Brecker Leads School Basketball Rebounding in Great Lakes Region
Rochester, NY, January 15, 2026 Cadence Brecker, a senior at Harley Allendale Columbia, stands out in the Great Lakes region for her tremendous ability to grab rebounds, averaging 15.6 per game....
Coventry Christian High School Boys Extend Winning Streak
Pottstown, PA, January 15, 2026 Coventry Christian High School’s boys’ basketball team achieved a remarkable 61-33 victory over The Christian Academy, marking their tenth consecutive win. The undefeated squad has demonstrated...
Lawrenceville Girls School Basketball Dominates Wayne City-Cisne
Philadelphia, January 13, 2026 The Lawrenceville girls’ basketball team showcased their skill and determination, defeating Wayne City-Cisne with an impressive score of 59-24. This victory highlights the strength of the Lawrenceville...
Germantown Academy’s Girls Basketball Team Wins Against Bishop Eustace
Fort Washington, PA, January 12, 2026 In a thrilling matchup, Germantown Academy’s girls basketball team secured a decisive victory over Bishop Eustace Prep with a final score of 52-41. The game...
Marshfield School Basketball Team Leads in WVC
Wilkes-Barre, PA, January 12, 2026 The Marshfield boys’ basketball team is dominating the Wyoming Valley Conference with a perfect undefeated record. As playoffs approach, the team’s impressive performance, characterized by strong...
Scranton Prep Boys’ Basketball Secures Top State Ranking
Scranton, January 12, 2026 Scranton Preparatory School’s boys’ basketball team has achieved the number one ranking in the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) Class 4A, highlighting their competitive spirit and commitment....
Kimberton Waldorf School Basketball Team Battles Solebury Spartans
Kimberton, Pennsylvania, January 11, 2026 In a challenging matchup, the Kimberton Waldorf Bulls faced the Solebury Spartans, resulting in a hard-fought loss. The game showcased the competitive spirit of high school...
Neumann-Goretti Wins Burger King Basketball Classic
Erie, Pennsylvania, January 11, 2026 Neumann-Goretti triumphed at the Burger King Basketball Classic, a premier high school boys’ basketball tournament held in Erie, Pennsylvania. The event showcased elite teams and fierce...
Iowa High School Athletes Celebrate NFL All-Pro Achievements
Iowa, January 11, 2026 Cooper DeJean and Jack Campbell, former high school stars from Iowa, have been named to the 2025 Associated Press NFL All-Pro Team. DeJean plays as a defensive...
SCHOOL NEWS
Cadence Brecker Leads School Basketball Rebounding in Great Lakes Region
Rochester, NY, January 15, 2026 Cadence Brecker, a senior at Harley Allendale Columbia, stands out in the Great Lakes region for her tremendous ability to grab rebounds, averaging 15.6 per game....
Coventry Christian High School Boys Extend Winning Streak
Pottstown, PA, January 15, 2026 Coventry Christian High School’s boys’ basketball team achieved a remarkable 61-33 victory over The Christian Academy, marking their tenth consecutive win. The undefeated squad has demonstrated...
Lawrenceville Girls School Basketball Dominates Wayne City-Cisne
Philadelphia, January 13, 2026 The Lawrenceville girls’ basketball team showcased their skill and determination, defeating Wayne City-Cisne with an impressive score of 59-24. This victory highlights the strength of the Lawrenceville...
Germantown Academy’s Girls Basketball Team Wins Against Bishop Eustace
Fort Washington, PA, January 12, 2026 In a thrilling matchup, Germantown Academy’s girls basketball team secured a decisive victory over Bishop Eustace Prep with a final score of 52-41. The game...
Marshfield School Basketball Team Leads in WVC
Wilkes-Barre, PA, January 12, 2026 The Marshfield boys’ basketball team is dominating the Wyoming Valley Conference with a perfect undefeated record. As playoffs approach, the team’s impressive performance, characterized by strong...
Scranton Prep Boys’ Basketball Secures Top State Ranking
Scranton, January 12, 2026 Scranton Preparatory School’s boys’ basketball team has achieved the number one ranking in the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) Class 4A, highlighting their competitive spirit and commitment....
Kimberton Waldorf School Basketball Team Battles Solebury Spartans
Kimberton, Pennsylvania, January 11, 2026 In a challenging matchup, the Kimberton Waldorf Bulls faced the Solebury Spartans, resulting in a hard-fought loss. The game showcased the competitive spirit of high school...
Neumann-Goretti Wins Burger King Basketball Classic
Erie, Pennsylvania, January 11, 2026 Neumann-Goretti triumphed at the Burger King Basketball Classic, a premier high school boys’ basketball tournament held in Erie, Pennsylvania. The event showcased elite teams and fierce...
Iowa High School Athletes Celebrate NFL All-Pro Achievements
Iowa, January 11, 2026 Cooper DeJean and Jack Campbell, former high school stars from Iowa, have been named to the 2025 Associated Press NFL All-Pro Team. DeJean plays as a defensive...
University NEWS
Penn-Affiliated Groups Move to Intervene in EEOC Antisemitism Lawsuit
News Summary Multiple groups associated with the University of Pennsylvania have filed a motion to join an ongoing federal lawsuit related to workplace antisemitism. The lawsuit, initiated by the EEOC,...
Federal Judge Allows Antitrust Lawsuit Against Elite Universities
News Summary A federal judge has ruled that Cornell, Georgetown, and the University of Pennsylvania must face a class-action antitrust lawsuit. The suit alleges these universities conspired to suppress financial...
Penn Graduate Student Union Sets Strike Deadline Amid Negotiations
News Summary The Graduate Employees Together — University of Pennsylvania (GET-UP) has announced an indefinite strike deadline of February 17 if contract negotiations remain stalled. With over 3,700 graduate student...
University of Pennsylvania Jewish Groups Seek to Limit EEOC Probe
News Summary Jewish students and faculty at the University of Pennsylvania are requesting to narrow the scope of an ongoing antisemitism investigation by the EEOC. This inquiry arose from complaints...
UPenn Faculty Condemn Trump Administration’s Demand for Jewish Lists
News Summary Faculty at the University of Pennsylvania have strongly condemned the Trump administration’s request for a list of Jewish members, viewing it as an invasion of privacy and an...
Honoring the Legacy of Frank Goodman at Penn Carey Law
News Summary The University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School pays tribute to Professor Emeritus Frank Goodman, whose extensive career and teachings have profoundly impacted legal education. Remembered for his dedication...
Philadelphia Announces Research Grants to Expand Health Care Access
News Summary The University of Pennsylvania’s Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics has unveiled its 2026 Expanding Access to Health Care Research Grants aimed at enhancing health care accessibility. These...
Philadelphia Introduces High-Tech Beanie to Aid NICU Babies
News Summary A high-tech beanie called the Sonura Beanie is being tested at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania to improve neonatal care. Designed by bioengineering graduates, the beanie...
University of Pennsylvania Launches Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Symposium
News Summary The University of Pennsylvania has commenced its Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Symposium on Social Change, featuring a series of events aimed at honoring Dr. King’s legacy....
University NEWS
Penn-Affiliated Groups Move to Intervene in EEOC Antisemitism Lawsuit
News Summary Multiple groups associated with the University of Pennsylvania have filed a motion to join an ongoing federal lawsuit related to workplace antisemitism. The lawsuit, initiated by the EEOC,...
Federal Judge Allows Antitrust Lawsuit Against Elite Universities
News Summary A federal judge has ruled that Cornell, Georgetown, and the University of Pennsylvania must face a class-action antitrust lawsuit. The suit alleges these universities conspired to suppress financial...
Penn Graduate Student Union Sets Strike Deadline Amid Negotiations
News Summary The Graduate Employees Together — University of Pennsylvania (GET-UP) has announced an indefinite strike deadline of February 17 if contract negotiations remain stalled. With over 3,700 graduate student...
University of Pennsylvania Jewish Groups Seek to Limit EEOC Probe
News Summary Jewish students and faculty at the University of Pennsylvania are requesting to narrow the scope of an ongoing antisemitism investigation by the EEOC. This inquiry arose from complaints...
UPenn Faculty Condemn Trump Administration’s Demand for Jewish Lists
News Summary Faculty at the University of Pennsylvania have strongly condemned the Trump administration’s request for a list of Jewish members, viewing it as an invasion of privacy and an...
Honoring the Legacy of Frank Goodman at Penn Carey Law
News Summary The University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School pays tribute to Professor Emeritus Frank Goodman, whose extensive career and teachings have profoundly impacted legal education. Remembered for his dedication...
Philadelphia Announces Research Grants to Expand Health Care Access
News Summary The University of Pennsylvania’s Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics has unveiled its 2026 Expanding Access to Health Care Research Grants aimed at enhancing health care accessibility. These...
Philadelphia Introduces High-Tech Beanie to Aid NICU Babies
News Summary A high-tech beanie called the Sonura Beanie is being tested at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania to improve neonatal care. Designed by bioengineering graduates, the beanie...
University of Pennsylvania Launches Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Symposium
News Summary The University of Pennsylvania has commenced its Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Symposium on Social Change, featuring a series of events aimed at honoring Dr. King’s legacy....
Pennsylvania NEWS
Pennsylvania Unemployment Rate Sees Small Increase in June 2025
News Summary In June 2025, Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate rose to 4.0%, slightly above the previous year but still below the national average. Despite this uptick, the state added 4,200 nonfarm...
Pennsylvania’s Unemployment Rate Rises to 4.0% in June 2025
News Summary In June 2025, Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate increased slightly to 4.0%, remaining below the national average. The labor force decreased, with a rise in unemployment by 2,000 individuals. However,...
Hollywood Casino York Reports Nearly 30% Revenue Growth
News Summary In June 2025, Hollywood Casino York saw a nearly 30% revenue increase compared to June 2024, reporting over $10.8 million in earnings. This growth was driven by a...
Pennsylvania Gaming Revenue Hits Record $6.39 Billion
News Summary Pennsylvania has achieved a historic milestone in gaming, with total revenue reaching $6.39 billion for the 2024-25 fiscal year, marking an 8% increase from the previous year. This...
Pennsylvania Gaming Revenue Reaches Record $6.39 Billion
News Summary Pennsylvania’s gaming revenue hit a record $6.39 billion for the fiscal year 2024-25, reflecting a $502 million increase from the previous year. This growth was primarily driven by...
Winners Announced for 2025 Best Places to Work in Western Pennsylvania
News Summary The winners of the 2025 Best Places to Work in Western Pennsylvania have been revealed, based on employee satisfaction surveys conducted by Quantum Workplace. This eagerly awaited list...
Pennsylvania Remains in Top 20 States for Business Amidst Rankings Changes
News Summary Pennsylvania holds the 17th position in CNBC’s ‘America’s Top States for Business 2025’ report, maintaining its rank from 2024 but slipping two spots since 2023. While it excels...
2025 Women in Tech Awards Finalists Announced
News Summary The Technology Council of Central Pennsylvania has revealed the finalists for the 2025 Women in Tech Awards, honoring women’s contributions to the tech sector. The awards ceremony will...
Montgomery County Raises Minimum Wage to $20.52 Per Hour
News Summary Montgomery County, Pennsylvania has raised its minimum wage to $20.52, significantly surpassing the previous rate of $16.51. This historic increase aims to improve living standards and attract talent,...
NATIONAL/US NEWS
Pennsylvania Unemployment Rate Sees Small Increase in June 2025
News Summary In June 2025, Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate rose to 4.0%, slightly above the previous year but still below the national average. Despite this uptick, the state added 4,200 nonfarm...
Pennsylvania’s Unemployment Rate Rises to 4.0% in June 2025
News Summary In June 2025, Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate increased slightly to 4.0%, remaining below the national average. The labor force decreased, with a rise in unemployment by 2,000 individuals. However,...
Hollywood Casino York Reports Nearly 30% Revenue Growth
News Summary In June 2025, Hollywood Casino York saw a nearly 30% revenue increase compared to June 2024, reporting over $10.8 million in earnings. This growth was driven by a...
Pennsylvania Gaming Revenue Hits Record $6.39 Billion
News Summary Pennsylvania has achieved a historic milestone in gaming, with total revenue reaching $6.39 billion for the 2024-25 fiscal year, marking an 8% increase from the previous year. This...
Pennsylvania Gaming Revenue Reaches Record $6.39 Billion
News Summary Pennsylvania’s gaming revenue hit a record $6.39 billion for the fiscal year 2024-25, reflecting a $502 million increase from the previous year. This growth was primarily driven by...
Winners Announced for 2025 Best Places to Work in Western Pennsylvania
News Summary The winners of the 2025 Best Places to Work in Western Pennsylvania have been revealed, based on employee satisfaction surveys conducted by Quantum Workplace. This eagerly awaited list...
Pennsylvania Remains in Top 20 States for Business Amidst Rankings Changes
News Summary Pennsylvania holds the 17th position in CNBC’s ‘America’s Top States for Business 2025’ report, maintaining its rank from 2024 but slipping two spots since 2023. While it excels...
2025 Women in Tech Awards Finalists Announced
News Summary The Technology Council of Central Pennsylvania has revealed the finalists for the 2025 Women in Tech Awards, honoring women’s contributions to the tech sector. The awards ceremony will...
Montgomery County Raises Minimum Wage to $20.52 Per Hour
News Summary Montgomery County, Pennsylvania has raised its minimum wage to $20.52, significantly surpassing the previous rate of $16.51. This historic increase aims to improve living standards and attract talent,...
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