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There would be no U.S. Army without Philadelphia
This week the city celebrates how the world’s greatest military power began with a bunch of underdogs.
Beyond the postcard: Everyday life in Philadelphia’s oldest neighborhood
There’s much more to Society Hill than just the nation’s largest concentration of original 18th- and early 19th-century residential architecture.
“Franklin’s Key”: An homage to the mythos of Ben Franklin
Part sci-fi and part historical adventure, this play aims to be ‘a gateway drug’ to Pig Iron Theatre Company’s unique brand of experimental theater.
Red, white and blue started right here in Philly, where the American flag’s origin will be celebrated this week
The true origins of the first American flag are often debated – but many attribute its creation to Philly seamstress Betsy Ross
Food & Drink
What do freedom, liberty and unity taste like? For Herr’s, apparently cheese, barbecue and more cheese
After 100,000 votes in Herr’s Flavored by Philly: Taste of 250 contest, chip lovers have selected their top three curated concept flavors.
South Philly’s Morning Glory Diner: Homemade breakfasts with a spicy political topping
At the restaurant that “made brunch cool again,” mocking Trump and loving Democrats.
As SNAP cuts strain Philly food banks, neighbors step up to help fight hunger
Cuts in federal food assistance and a rise in the cost of living is putting new pressure on food banks across the city.
Don’t miss this century-old Chestnut Hill tavern and its famous cheesesteak with a twist
McNally’s Tavern and its Schmitters have become so iconic that some locals even stop by in their wedding dresses.
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