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November 9, 2015
The city referred to as the birthplace of America has won the distinction of becoming the first recognized World Heritage City in the United States. During their biennial conference in Arequipa, Peru, the Organization of World Heritage Cities voted to have Philadelphia join Cairo, Jerusalem, Paris, and other worldwide cities recognized for their contribution to the development of human culture. […]
November 5, 2015
With Jim Kenney’s election as mayor of Philadelphia, it’s likely that public education is going to be a primary focus of his leadership. During the campaign process Kenney spoke often of his commitment to both universal pre-kindergarten education and expanding funding to community colleges. While he was running, Kenney actively courted the Philadelphia teachers’ union, a powerful political force. He […]
November 4, 2015
Longtime City Council member Jim Kenney will be the next mayor of Philadelphia, as per a resounding victory in the polls yesterday. Kenney earned 85 percent of the vote, entirely sweeping away his closest opponent, Republican businesswoman Melissa Murray Bailey. Philadelphia hasn’t had a Republican mayor since 1952. Outgoing mayor Michael Nutter was restricted by term limits. Focuses of Kenney’s […]
November 3, 2015
Just Sold: $387,500 Why move to the suburbs when you can have it all in Center City in this 3bed/2bath home with DEEDED PARKING and ROOFDECK in the MEREDITH SCHOOL DISTRICT! This 4 story home is contained within Old Swedes Court, a peaceful, and secure community, with a beautifully landscaped common courtyard. Enter the property through the private entrance and […]
November 3, 2015
It’s Election Day, Philadelphia! Time to turn out to the polls and elect some of your new city officials. Certainly not the least among those votes that will be made today is for the city of Philadelphia’s mayor. Current mayor Michael Nutter, being term-limited, cannot run again. The heavily-favored front-runner for the mayoral office is Democrat Jim Kenney. He is […]
November 2, 2015
The Franklin Institute just unveiled its new SportsZone, a permanent exhibit that helps visitors investigate how our bodies perform when we play sports and how technology changes that performance. The SportsZone just opened this month at the Institute, and already looks to be a popular addition. It replaced the Sports Challenge exhibit, which was loved by visitors but beginning to […]
October 30, 2015
Who doesn’t love “the Wheel?” Whether you are old or young, it’s a safe bet that you’ve watched “Wheel of Fortune,” one of the most popular and beloved game shows on TV. You know the premise: three contestants spin the iconic wheel for a chance to guess the letters of a mystery phrase up on the board. It’s hosted by […]
October 29, 2015
Just Sold: $450,000 Great Triplex in Powelton Village. Close to University City and the Art Museum. Excellent rental market. All apartments have their own utilities (heat and air conditioning). First floor 2 bedroom with washer and dryer has access to private yard. Landlord pays common area electric. Common area has hardwood floors. All apartments have hardwood floors with tile in […]