This cute boutique might be the least touristy, most Philly retail shop in Old City
Owned by a trio of women, Philadelphia Independents features local artisans and celebrates the city’s culture.
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There’s dozens of Juneteenth events to attend in Philly this year
It’s now an official city holiday (at least through the end of Kenney’s term) but residents have been celebrating Freedom Day for decades.
Philly Style Bagels expands, bringing ‘best in America’ bagels to Old City
The original Fishtown location is also now back in business.
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Independence Hall and Liberty Bell reopen after COVID shutdown
Capacity restrictions mean a better view, so if you haven’t been for a while, it might be worth a trip.
Shirt Corner is back! Philly icon reopens at original Old City storefront
After a devastating 2014 fire, the 80-year-old family biz is back on 3rd and Market.
With fancy entrances and glass skylights, SEPTA’s 5th Street Station is finally open
Planning and renovation on the Historic District El stop took the better part of four years.
Would a Sixers arena work on the Philly waterfront? Here’s how other cities fared
Downtown sports stadiums are on the rise across the U.S.
Coronavirus restaurant casualties: Old City’s Farmicia and Mad River Manayunk will not reopen, are closed forever
The situation appears tenuous for many, if not all, Philly restaurants and bars.
Love wins: Philly health care worker gets married at socially distant wedding
Deployed in a COVID wing, Jessica Heaven didn't want to wait.
When Philly abolitionists opened the first women’s medical school in the world
The college was run by woman deans for nearly a century.
RIP Amtrak flippy board: Commemorate the anniversary of 30th Street’s loss with a modern solution
Thanks to Oat Foundry, you can get up close and personal with a split-flap display in Old City.
Art Museum’s ‘Oval’ to become permanent park, many other Philly public spaces advance
From the Schuylkill Crossing to Graffiti Pier, there's lots of progress planned for this year.
Where to shop local in Philly on Small Business Saturday
13 destinations where your spending goes even further to support the community.
Why Philly’s robust Native American cultural center abruptly shut down
Before he was killed in a car crash, activist Kyle Shenandoah was working on resurrecting the indigenous peoples hub.
Is the best fried chicken brunch in Philly at a dance club?
Plus, an Indonesian hoagie, West African comfort and a breakfast sandwich worth seeking out.
Pusha T sneakers sold only in Philly and Norfolk disappear in under 3 hours
The all-white "Ozweego" was only available at the rapper's two shoe stores, one in Old City and another in Virginia.
Andre 3000 is playing his flute around Philly
The OutKast rapper has gained a rep as a roaming flautist.
Philadelphia historic landmark index: A guide to what’s worth your time
Just because Philly has great history doesn’t mean you should visit every site.