Saturday

07-19-2025 Vol 2026

Category: Philadelphia

SEPTA Faces Major Cuts Amid Funding Crisis: Riders Express Concern

SEPTA Faces Major Cuts Amid Funding Crisis: Riders Express Concern

As SEPTA gears up for potential cuts to bus and train services next month, commuters across Philadelphia and its surrounding…
Severe Weather and Heat Threaten Philadelphia Region with Possible Flooding

Severe Weather and Heat Threaten Philadelphia Region with Possible Flooding

The greater Philadelphia region is bracing for a trifecta of severe weather threats as forecasters predict dangerous heat and powerful…
Severe Weather Disrupts Travel Across the U.S.: A Looming Crisis

Severe Weather Disrupts Travel Across the U.S.: A Looming Crisis

Across numerous metropolitan areas in the United States, ranging from New York City to Washington D.C., the nation is on…
Joan Shepp: A Family Legacy in Fashion Returns to Rittenhouse Square

Joan Shepp: A Family Legacy in Fashion Returns to Rittenhouse Square

The adage of not mixing business with family is often followed by many, but for Ellen and Joan Shepp, the…
Philadelphia Residents Embrace Zero-Waste Lifestyle Amid Trash Crisis

Philadelphia Residents Embrace Zero-Waste Lifestyle Amid Trash Crisis

In early July, Philadelphia grappled with a significant trash management crisis, leaving many residents uncertain about the best solutions for…
YIVO Celebrates 100 Years of Heritage Preservation with a Special Coffee Table Book

YIVO Celebrates 100 Years of Heritage Preservation with a Special Coffee Table Book

The YIVO Institute for Jewish Research, dedicated to the preservation of Jewish heritage, is marking a significant milestone in its…
Philly Youth Music Fest Celebrates Young Talent and Community Spirit

Philly Youth Music Fest Celebrates Young Talent and Community Spirit

The Dell Music Center in East Fairmount Park buzzed with excitement on Tuesday as approximately 1,000 children gathered for the…
New Federal Tax Law Brings Changes for Philadelphia Hospitality Workers and Independent Contractors

New Federal Tax Law Brings Changes for Philadelphia Hospitality Workers and Independent Contractors

In Philadelphia and surrounding regions, significant changes to tax regulations are set to impact workers in hospitality and leisure industries,…
Croatian Icon Joseph Mikulec’s Autograph Book Returns Home After Nearly a Century

Croatian Icon Joseph Mikulec’s Autograph Book Returns Home After Nearly a Century

Joseph Mikulec, a globetrotting figure born in 1878 in Oroslavje, Croatia, spent his life collecting signatures from people across the…
Philadelphia’s New Parking Reporting Tool and Other Local Developments

Philadelphia’s New Parking Reporting Tool and Other Local Developments

Philadelphia residents are facing a growing issue with poor parking practices in the city. Many drivers continue to obstruct bike…
Philly Fringe Festival Expands Amid Theater Industry Challenges

Philly Fringe Festival Expands Amid Theater Industry Challenges

The Philly Fringe Festival is set to make a significant comeback, showcasing a record 331 productions across 96 locations from…
Exciting Developments in Philadelphia: Park Transformations and Cultural Events

Exciting Developments in Philadelphia: Park Transformations and Cultural Events

Philadelphia is buzzing with activity this July, as significant park developments and vibrant cultural events take center stage. One of…