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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
Investigation Underway into Three Delaware County Police Officers
Delaware County, February 12, 2026 An investigation is currently ongoing involving three police officers in Delaware County, with sources indicating that the inquiry has unfolded in the last 48 hours. The...
Fatal Stabbing in Philadelphia Under Investigation
Philadelphia, February 12, 2026 A man was fatally stabbed in Philadelphia Wednesday morning, prompting a police investigation into the incident. Meanwhile, coastal areas like the Jersey Shore and Cape May are...
Woman Arrested for Assault and Robbery at SEPTA Bus Stop
Philadelphia, February 12, 2026 A Philadelphia woman has been arrested in connection with the robbery and assault of a 66-year-old woman at a SEPTA bus stop in the Oxford Circle neighborhood....
Shooting Incident in Lower Chichester Township
Lower Chichester Township, February 12, 2026 Two individuals were hospitalized following a shooting in Lower Chichester Township, Delaware County, on Wednesday night. Police are currently investigating the incident, and further details...
Transforming Your Philadelphia Backyard into a Vibrant and Functional Outdoor Space
Transforming Your Philadelphia Backyard into a Vibrant and Functional Outdoor Space Philadelphia’s diverse climate and historic landscape present unique opportunities for backyard transformation. Whether you seek a peaceful retreat, a...
Philadelphia Man Charged in Dunkin’ Donuts Burglaries
Berks County, Pennsylvania, February 11, 2026 A man from Philadelphia has been arrested in connection with several burglaries at Dunkin’ Donuts locations across Berks County, Pennsylvania. Louis Myers Jr.has been charged...
Concerns Rise Over AI-Generated Images in Radnor Schools
Radnor Township, February 11, 2026 Parents in Radnor Township School District expressed strong concerns over the sharing of inappropriate, non-consensual AI-generated images among students. This alarming incident first came to light...
Three Minors Arrested in Upper Merion Township Shooting Incident
Upper Merion Township, February 11, 2026 Three minors have been arrested in Upper Merion Township, Montgomery County, after police reported a shooting incident linked to an attempted car theft. The minors...
Investigation Continues in Nancy Guthrie Disappearance
Rio Rico, Arizona, February 11, 2026 Authorities are investigating the disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, mother of news anchor Savannah Guthrie. A man was detained for questioning in Rio Rico, Arizona,...
SCHOOL NEWS
High School Basketball Teams Compete in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania, February 11, 2026 Pennsylvania high school basketball is showcasing thrilling competition as boys’ and girls’ teams gear up for upcoming championships. Recent games featured strong performances from various teams, including...
Ponder High School Community Mourns a Fallen Star Athlete
Ponder, Texas, February 11, 2026 The Ponder High School community is in mourning after the tragic loss of Caden Nowicki, a senior linebacker, who passed away following a sledding accident. Nowicki’s...
Philadelphia School Dominates Basketball with Six Wins
Philadelphia, PA, February 10, 2026 Philadelphia Electrical and Technology Charter continues to showcase its dominance in high school basketball by extending its winning streak to six games. The team secured a...
KJ Coles and Ava Kopetskie Lead School Athletic Achievements
Allentown, Pennsylvania, February 9, 2026 Allentown, Pennsylvania recently honored exceptional talent in high school basketball with KJ Coles from Parkland High School and Ava Kopetskie from Liberty High School named MVPs...
Faith Christian Academy Secures Fourth Consecutive PIAA 2A Wrestling Title
Johnstown, Pennsylvania, February 8, 2026 Faith Christian Academy has achieved a remarkable milestone by winning their fourth consecutive PIAA 2A Team Wrestling Championship with a decisive victory over Bishop McCort. This...
Bishop McCort High School Wrestling Team Secures Runner-Up Finish
Johnstown, Pennsylvania, February 8, 2026 Bishop McCort High School’s wrestling team achieved a remarkable runner-up finish at the PIAA Class AA State Wrestling Championships in Hershey, Pennsylvania. With a total of...
Lehigh Valley School Boys’ Basketball Showcases Top Scorers
Allentown, PA, February 7, 2026 The conclusion of the Lehigh Valley boys’ basketball regular season highlights the achievements of top scorers from local schools. As playoff season approaches, the standout performances...
Samuel Fels School Team Dominates in Playoff Victory
Philadelphia, PA, February 6, 2026 The Samuel Fels High School girls basketball team achieved a significant victory against Carver High School of Engineering & Science in the Philadelphia Public League playoffs....
EPC Basketball Tournaments Open with Historic Play-In Game
Allentown, PA, February 4, 2026 The Eastern Pennsylvania Conference launches its basketball tournaments, featuring a groundbreaking play-in game for girls. Dieruff and Liberty will compete for a spot in the tournament,...
SCHOOL NEWS
High School Basketball Teams Compete in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania, February 11, 2026 Pennsylvania high school basketball is showcasing thrilling competition as boys’ and girls’ teams gear up for upcoming championships. Recent games featured strong performances from various teams, including...
Ponder High School Community Mourns a Fallen Star Athlete
Ponder, Texas, February 11, 2026 The Ponder High School community is in mourning after the tragic loss of Caden Nowicki, a senior linebacker, who passed away following a sledding accident. Nowicki’s...
Philadelphia School Dominates Basketball with Six Wins
Philadelphia, PA, February 10, 2026 Philadelphia Electrical and Technology Charter continues to showcase its dominance in high school basketball by extending its winning streak to six games. The team secured a...
KJ Coles and Ava Kopetskie Lead School Athletic Achievements
Allentown, Pennsylvania, February 9, 2026 Allentown, Pennsylvania recently honored exceptional talent in high school basketball with KJ Coles from Parkland High School and Ava Kopetskie from Liberty High School named MVPs...
Faith Christian Academy Secures Fourth Consecutive PIAA 2A Wrestling Title
Johnstown, Pennsylvania, February 8, 2026 Faith Christian Academy has achieved a remarkable milestone by winning their fourth consecutive PIAA 2A Team Wrestling Championship with a decisive victory over Bishop McCort. This...
Bishop McCort High School Wrestling Team Secures Runner-Up Finish
Johnstown, Pennsylvania, February 8, 2026 Bishop McCort High School’s wrestling team achieved a remarkable runner-up finish at the PIAA Class AA State Wrestling Championships in Hershey, Pennsylvania. With a total of...
Lehigh Valley School Boys’ Basketball Showcases Top Scorers
Allentown, PA, February 7, 2026 The conclusion of the Lehigh Valley boys’ basketball regular season highlights the achievements of top scorers from local schools. As playoff season approaches, the standout performances...
Samuel Fels School Team Dominates in Playoff Victory
Philadelphia, PA, February 6, 2026 The Samuel Fels High School girls basketball team achieved a significant victory against Carver High School of Engineering & Science in the Philadelphia Public League playoffs....
EPC Basketball Tournaments Open with Historic Play-In Game
Allentown, PA, February 4, 2026 The Eastern Pennsylvania Conference launches its basketball tournaments, featuring a groundbreaking play-in game for girls. Dieruff and Liberty will compete for a spot in the tournament,...
University NEWS
Cholesterol Crystals Identified as Triggers for Liver Diseases
News Summary Researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine have discovered that cholesterol crystals in the liver may act as a key trigger for certain liver diseases. This significant finding...
University of Pennsylvania Appeals Price-Fixing Trial Decision
News Summary The University of Pennsylvania has announced its appeal of a federal judge’s ruling that allows a multi-billion dollar price-fixing lawsuit to proceed to trial. This lawsuit alleges that...
University of Pennsylvania Updates Open Expression Guidelines
News Summary The University of Pennsylvania has revised its Open Expression Guidelines to better accommodate the evolving nature of student protests on campus. These updates aim to balance the right...
Ruth Ann Vleugels Appointed Chair of Dermatology at Penn Medicine
News Summary Dr. Ruth Ann Vleugels has been appointed as the new Chair of Dermatology at Penn Medicine. Known for her expertise in autoimmune connective tissue diseases, she will lead...
Penn Medicine Celebrates 60 Years of Organ Transplantation
News Summary Penn Medicine has reached a remarkable milestone, celebrating six decades of organ transplantation, significantly impacting countless lives. The institution reflected on its legacy of medical innovation and patient...
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Urge UPenn to Negotiate with Graduate Union
News Summary A group of Pennsylvania state representatives is pressing the University of Pennsylvania to negotiate a fair agreement with its graduate student union, GET-UP, as a strike deadline approaches....
Michael Hicks Advances Software Security at Penn
News Summary Michael Hicks, a leading figure at the University of Pennsylvania, is enhancing cybersecurity and software reliability through his extensive research. His contributions significantly impact the field, focusing on...
University of Pennsylvania Announces Solid Core Minor
News Summary The University of Pennsylvania’s satirical publication, Under the Button, has humorously announced a new ‘Solid Core minor’. This fictional academic program showcases a blend of ironic course titles...
University of Pennsylvania Increases Investment in Intuitive Machines
News Summary The University of Pennsylvania has boosted its investment in Intuitive Machines, acquiring 2.6 million shares and signaling confidence in the space exploration firm’s future. This purchase highlights Intuitive...
University NEWS
Cholesterol Crystals Identified as Triggers for Liver Diseases
News Summary Researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine have discovered that cholesterol crystals in the liver may act as a key trigger for certain liver diseases. This significant finding...
University of Pennsylvania Appeals Price-Fixing Trial Decision
News Summary The University of Pennsylvania has announced its appeal of a federal judge’s ruling that allows a multi-billion dollar price-fixing lawsuit to proceed to trial. This lawsuit alleges that...
University of Pennsylvania Updates Open Expression Guidelines
News Summary The University of Pennsylvania has revised its Open Expression Guidelines to better accommodate the evolving nature of student protests on campus. These updates aim to balance the right...
Ruth Ann Vleugels Appointed Chair of Dermatology at Penn Medicine
News Summary Dr. Ruth Ann Vleugels has been appointed as the new Chair of Dermatology at Penn Medicine. Known for her expertise in autoimmune connective tissue diseases, she will lead...
Penn Medicine Celebrates 60 Years of Organ Transplantation
News Summary Penn Medicine has reached a remarkable milestone, celebrating six decades of organ transplantation, significantly impacting countless lives. The institution reflected on its legacy of medical innovation and patient...
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Urge UPenn to Negotiate with Graduate Union
News Summary A group of Pennsylvania state representatives is pressing the University of Pennsylvania to negotiate a fair agreement with its graduate student union, GET-UP, as a strike deadline approaches....
Michael Hicks Advances Software Security at Penn
News Summary Michael Hicks, a leading figure at the University of Pennsylvania, is enhancing cybersecurity and software reliability through his extensive research. His contributions significantly impact the field, focusing on...
University of Pennsylvania Announces Solid Core Minor
News Summary The University of Pennsylvania’s satirical publication, Under the Button, has humorously announced a new ‘Solid Core minor’. This fictional academic program showcases a blend of ironic course titles...
University of Pennsylvania Increases Investment in Intuitive Machines
News Summary The University of Pennsylvania has boosted its investment in Intuitive Machines, acquiring 2.6 million shares and signaling confidence in the space exploration firm’s future. This purchase highlights Intuitive...
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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