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March 7, 2016

Historic Philly Mansion Gets Attention

CBS 3 Philly recently highlighted a gem of Philadelphia architecture. The piece focused on Laurel Hill Mansion in Fairmount Park. The house is beautiful and would be considered a treasure under any circumstances, but what makes it particularly special is the fact that its architect was a woman – something that was virtually unheard-of in the 18th century. Rebecca Rawle […]

March 4, 2016

Marvel Heroes Bring Star Power to Wizard World Convention

For all the proud, self-proclaimed nerds out there, the Wizard World convention is a dream come true. Fanboys (and fangirls too!) get the chance to hobnob with cast members from some of their favorite movies and TV shows at Q-and-A panels and photo opportunities, and the stars get the chance to interact with their fans. It’s a good time for […]

March 2, 2016

Uber Names Top Philly Brunch Spots

Brunch is definitely the trendiest meal of the day. Who doesn’t love sitting down with friends or loved ones on a weekend in the late morning or early afternoon for some chicken and waffles and a mimosa? (Or maybe a Bloody Mary is your drink of choice. It’s all good!) Ride-sharing service Uber recently released a list of the top […]

March 1, 2016

Kenney Proposes Soda Tax

Who doesn’t love a nice soda once in a while? Whether you call it soda, pop, Coke, or cola, the idea is the same – a sugary, carbonated beverage that Americans love and that dietitians blame for the uptick in obesity and diabetes across the country. Now, Mayor Jim Kenney has proposed a hefty tax on sugary drinks, one that […]

February 29, 2016

Philly News Briefs: 2/29/16

1.) Philadelphia has ranked in the national top ten for public transportation use, says a Smart Asset study. The study, entitled “The Best Cities for Public Transportation,” examined commute times, the amount of people using public transportation, and the average annual income of the people using it. The City of Brotherly Love ranked ninth on the listing of America’s top […]

February 25, 2016

Philadelphia Flower Show Brings Focus on National Parks

The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society will present this year’s Philadelphia Flower Show, starting March 5th. The country’s largest and longest-running horticultural display is sure to once again wow visitors with stunning displays of plants and flowers. This year, the Flower Show is celebrating the 100-year anniversary of the National Park Service by theming the show around national parks. The theme, “Explore […]

February 24, 2016

T+L: You, Too, Can Visit Philly Like a Celebrity

Travel + Leisure recently ran a story on “How to Visit Philadelphia Like a Movie Star.” We all know that Philadelphia is making a mark on the national map, what with the Pope’s September visit and the upcoming Democratic National Convention being held here this summer. But did you know that Philadelphia also features numerous ties to Hollywood? Not only […]

February 23, 2016

Philly News Briefs: 2/23/16

1.) Superstar country singer Carrie Underwood performed last night at the Wells Fargo Center. The show was said to be spectacular. Before Underwood hit the stage, however, she had a very special meet-and-greet with one lucky military family. The Martin family from Bucks County consists of parents John and Cara, as well as their two little girls. John has undertaken […]

February 22, 2016

Kanye West Offered Job by the PPD

Kanye West, famous as a rapper and for his status as Mr. Kim Kardashian, is known for his antics on social media. A few weeks ago he got into Twitter beef with Wiz Khalifa over their mutual ex, Amber Rose. He has also become embroiled in noxious debates with Taylor Swift and a host of others, both famous and otherwise. […]