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November 9, 2015

Philadelphia: America’s First World Heritage City

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

Kenney’s Election Stirs School Debate

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

Jim Kenney Wins Election, Will Be Philadelphia’s New Mayor

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

Election Day 2015: Philly to Elect New Mayor

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

Get in the SportsZone at the Franklin Institute

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

“Wheel of Fortune” Comes to Philadelphia

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

Philly Changed Pot Policy, Life Has Continued as Normal

Last year, the city of Philadelphia took a progressive step in the War Against Drugs. They started punishing citizens found with under 30 grams of pot with a $25 ticket instead of an arrest. Now that some time has elapsed since the policy went into effect, it’s possible to get some perspective on the matter. Interestingly, while you might think […]

October 28, 2015

Fire Damages Center City Landmark

Fire broke out early yesterday morning at the Fairmount Park Welcome Center, an iconic Center City landmark. Crews were busy yesterday sweeping up glass from approximately 20 windows shattered by firefighters. The Welcome Center, which is adjacent to LOVE Park, is considered an important city institution for greeting visitors to the city of Philadelphia. The Welcome Center, located at 16th […]

October 27, 2015

Philly News Briefs: 10/27/15

1.) Actor Richard Gere was on hand along with other representatives of the Dalai Lama to receive the medal intended for His Holiness. The Dalai Lama was supposed to come to the States himself to receive the medal, but announced last month that poor health would keep him from doing so. The Liberty Medal is presented on the basis of […]