• Two Philadelphia Hotels Receive Michelin Guide Honors As Among Best in the U.S.

    Two Philadelphia Hotels Receive Michelin Guide Honors As Among Best in the U.S.

    The MICHELIN Guide announced top honors for top U.S. hotels in 2024, and two Philadelphia hotels were named to the list, according to the MICHELIN Guide. The two Philadelphia hotels are Guild House Philadelphia and The Rittenhouse Hotel, respectively. The Guild House Hotel is located inside a landmark 1855 rowhome inside Midtown Village. The boutique…

  • Philadelphia Red Cross Workers Head to Los Angeles to Assist Those Affected By Wildfires

    Philadelphia Red Cross Workers Head to Los Angeles to Assist Those Affected By Wildfires

    Disaster relief workers from the Red Cross in New Jersey and Pennsylvania have been deployed to assist the population that has been affected by the wildfires in Los Angeles, write Tim Jimenez and Mike Dougherty for KYW Newsradio. Two wildfires have claimed five lives so far and forced 130,000 people under evacuation warnings. “Just the…

  • ‘History of Philadelphia Sandwiches,’ Tells Story of City’s Iconic Sandwiches and People Behind Them

    ‘History of Philadelphia Sandwiches,’ Tells Story of City’s Iconic Sandwiches and People Behind Them

    Mike Madaio’s new book, A History of Philadelphia Sandwiches; Steaks, Hoagies, Iconic Eateries & More, explores the rich and flavorful history of the city’s most iconic sandwiches and the people behind them, writes Leigh Green for PA Eats. During his research into Philadelphia’s century-long sandwich history, Madaio uncovered countless fascinating facts that took the book…

  • Three Philadelphia Museums Named Among Pennsylvania’s Quirkiest

    Three Philadelphia Museums Named Among Pennsylvania’s Quirkiest

    Pennsylvania has no shortage of strange and fun museums, and there are three in Philadelphia that qualify as among the state’s quirkiest, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. The Mütter Museum has been a staple in Philadelphia since 1863. Over these 160-plus years, the museum has documented the advances in medicine and the sometimes-disturbing procedures…

  • Philadelphia Flyers Great Brian Propp Releases New, Inspirational Memoir

    Philadelphia Flyers Great Brian Propp Releases New, Inspirational Memoir

    Brian Propp, a Philadelphia Flyers great, has released a new memoir highlighting his resilience amid his stroke recovery, writes Dave Uram for KYW Newsradio. The book is titled, Angel on My Wing: A Story of Faith, Determination and Courage. “My story is about faith and a little bit hockey and my stroke and how I…

  • Here Are Some of the Most Delicious, Popular Dishes Reading Terminal Market Has to Offer

    Here Are Some of the Most Delicious, Popular Dishes Reading Terminal Market Has to Offer

    Reading Terminal Market is known for its onslaught of food options at its several dozen eateries, and some of the market’s most delicious dishes are Philly classics, writes Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme for Philadelphia Magazine. If you’re up to try pupusas from El Merkury, you can get the cheesesteak pupusa or the classic bean and cheese as…

  • The Best Airbnbs in Philadelphia, According to Condé Nast Traveler

    The Best Airbnbs in Philadelphia, According to Condé Nast Traveler

    If you’re looking for an Airbnb in Philadelphia, you are bound to find one whether it’s in a historic row home or spread out across a modern apartment, writes Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme for Condé Nast Traveler. Old City is a nice option if you’re looking for an Airbnb. There, you can find one of Philly’s classic…

  • WSJ: Philadelphia Eagles Overtake Lead as NFL’s Most Valuable Franchise

    WSJ: Philadelphia Eagles Overtake Lead as NFL’s Most Valuable Franchise

    The Philadelphia Eagles now have the highest known valuation for any sports franchise in the United States at $8.3 billion, writes Andrew Beaton for The Wall Street Journal. This increased value comes after Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie sold 8 percent of the franchise to two buyers. The sales come against the backdrop of big-name firms…

  • Philadelphia Offers Variety of Delicious Foods to Ship to Loved Ones as Holiday Gifts

    Philadelphia Offers Variety of Delicious Foods to Ship to Loved Ones as Holiday Gifts

    Philadelphia offers a variety of delicious foods that you can send to loved ones as holiday gifts that go beyond sweet treats, writes Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The pickle lover in your life will be fascinated by the fried pickle kits offered by Fishtown Pickle Project. The kits include their signature fresh pickles,…

  • Now Under New Ownership, Di Bruno Bros is Eyeing Expansion Throughout Philadelphia

    Now Under New Ownership, Di Bruno Bros is Eyeing Expansion Throughout Philadelphia

    Di Bruno Bros is now under the ownership of Brown’s Super Stores, who wants to maintain the local charm of the South Philadelphia-born specialty grocer, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. While doing so, Brown’s also plans to grow Di Bruno’s physical footprint throughout the region over the next decade. Its goal is…

  • These Philadelphia Eateries Make Inquirer Food Critic’s Top  Restaurants of 2024

    These Philadelphia Eateries Make Inquirer Food Critic’s Top Restaurants of 2024

    Philadelphia’s dining scene is thriving with many exceptional options, but these restaurants stand out the most in 2024 for their innovation, quality, and unique offerings, writes Craig LaBan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Mawn, a freewheeling “noodle shop with no rules,” is one of the toughest reservations in Bella Vista, and wider. Pietramala in Northern Liberties…

  • Philadelphia Eagles To Sell Two Minority Stakes, Team’s Valuation Rises to $8.1 Billion

    Philadelphia Eagles To Sell Two Minority Stakes, Team’s Valuation Rises to $8.1 Billion

    The Philadelphia Eagles have agreed to sell two minority stakes in the team with deals that value the franchise at over $8.1 billion, writes Ben Fischer for Sports Business Journal. Assuming NFL owners approved the transactions, the new investors will hold 8 percent of the club. Specifically, the family trust of Ed Peskowitz, founder of…

  • The Philadelphia Editor Who Made Thanksgiving a National Tradition

    The Philadelphia Editor Who Made Thanksgiving a National Tradition

    Did you know one woman’s determination turned Thanksgiving into a beloved national holiday? Sarah Josepha Hale, a trailblazing editor in 19th-century Philadelphia, convinced Abraham Lincoln to unite the nation with an annual day of gratitude. Here is the story of how Hale’s visionary campaign shaped the Thanksgiving tradition we cherish today as shared by Rund…

  • General Recreation Playground Revamp Opens at Fox Chase Recreation Center

    General Recreation Playground Revamp Opens at Fox Chase Recreation Center

    General Recreation Inc. in Newtown Square provided improvements to playground areas at Fox Chase Recreation Center. Philadelphia City Councilman Brian O’Neill and Department of Parks and Commissioner Susan Slawson recently cut a ribbon to celebrate the improvements, writes Tom Waring for PA Times. The 18-month project was completed in phases. The $2.5 million project includes…

  • What Impact Has Philadelphia’s Soda Tax Had on Public Health? New Study Provides Some Answers

    What Impact Has Philadelphia’s Soda Tax Had on Public Health? New Study Provides Some Answers

    University of Pennsylvania researcher Christina Roberto did not expect to find much of a health impact when she set out to study Philadelphia’s soda tax, writes Aubrey Whelan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “We know that it is really hard to shift a person’s weight and keep that weight off, and it’s a really tall order…

  • Learn How Philadelphia Neighborhoods Earned Their Names

    Learn How Philadelphia Neighborhoods Earned Their Names

    Philadelphia is a historic city of neighborhoods. Each one has a story as to how they earned their names, and a Reddit page has compiled a list of those stories. Bartram Village is named in honor of famous botanist, John Bartram, who lived in the nearby area. Bella Vista is Italian for “Beautiful Sight,” and…

  • Norwegian Cruise Line to Make Philadelphia Its New Homeport in 2026

    Norwegian Cruise Line to Make Philadelphia Its New Homeport in 2026

    In 2026, Norwegian Cruise Line will become the first cruise line to sail from Philadelphia in years, writes Alison Fox for Travel + Leisure. That year, the cruise line will sail to Bermuda, Canada, and New England. The Norwegian Jewel kicks off its voyages on April 16, 2026, offering seven- to nine-day trips to Bermuda.…

  • Community Conversation Series Continues, Highlights Philly’s Small Businesses

    Community Conversation Series Continues, Highlights Philly’s Small Businesses

    A community conversation series hosted by WHYY and the Free Library of Philadelphia recently highlighted the impact of Philadelphia’s small businesses, write Sandra Jones and Liv Barry for WHYY. The November 7 Bridging Blocks event brought together small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs alike. Fred Sutherland, former EVP and CFO of Aramark, expressed that the…