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Philadelphia vs. Chris Christie: Basically everyone here blasts NJ governor’s Dallas Cowboys box visit

by Mark Dent December 15, 2014January 17, 2023

Mark Dent

Mark Dent is a reporter/curator at BillyPenn. He previously worked for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, where he covered the Jerry Sandusky scandal, Penn State football and the Penn State administration. His... More by Mark Dent

Philly’s military origin story has sea legs

The U.S. Navy and Marine Corps go hand in hand, and their founding is no different. Both were formed in the fall of 1775 as the nation began to come together in Philly.

by Violet Comber-Wilen

Stick around for Tattooed Mom’s international wheatpaste show this weekend

Tattooed Mom’s “Now I Wanna Sniff Some Glue 2” features art from more than 200 artists, amateurs and a wall for visitors to get creative.

by Julia Binswanger

Philly has a lot of rats. PETA says put them on birth control

After City Council declared a rat emergency in Northeast Philly, the animal rights group proposed contraception as an alternative to traps and poison.

by Davis Cuffe

Two Rittenhouse Hotel favorites to close amid major makeover

The Library Bar and Mary Cassatt Tea Room are closing as the luxury hotel prepares for a new steakhouse, cocktail bar and redesigned spaces.

by Davis Cuffe

Herr’s is hungry for your ideas. Which Philly dish deserves a chip?

Herr’s ‘Flavored by Philly’ contest wants your favorite local dish turned into a chip. Submit by Nov. 2, and revisit the flavors that won past contests.

by Nick Kariuki

Philly’s vegan scene still has plenty on its plate

While data shows fewer plant-based eateries around the U.S. in recent years, Philly’s vegan restaurants are still vibrant.

by Heather J. Chin

This female-led story deserves a spot in city’s 52 Weeks of Firsts

The first animal shelter in the United States was founded in Philadelphia by a group of women. Why aren’t we celebrating it?

by Julia Binswanger

Going nowhere fast: Philly ranks worst city for driving again

WalletHub study cites safety issues, traffic and poor infrastructure in ranking Philly last again among nation’s 100 largest cities.

by Davis Cuffe

Philly pups, rise up: How your corgi can race during the Eagles halftime show

Think your pup can make Saquon Barkley’s rushing look sluggish? A group working with the Birds wants to hear from you.

by Nick Kariuki

Philly holds many firsts for the nation’s library system

As the birthplace of the American Library Association, the first research library and the iconic Free Library of Philadelphia, Philly is an important space for library history.

by Violet Comber-Wilen

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