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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
Why some Philadelphians aren’t excited for America 250
With economic and political tension rising, not everyone is in the mood to celebrate America’s birthday this summer.
All aboard! America’s first steamboat for passengers and freight left from Philadelphia
The country’s first steamboat carried passengers and freight thousands of miles back and forth between Philly and Burlington, New Jersey, charting new territory for travel and trade
Philly asked, and you decided: Here’s the quote that will be on the Harriet Tubman statue
The civil rights icon will be featured on a statue at City Hall later this year – and one Philly artist’s quote will be inscribed on its base.
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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