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April 27, 2015

Philly Debates Fee For Plastic Bags

Plastic shopping bags can be a real nuisance. People get them with their purchase at the convenience store or supermarket, and too often they turn into litter – blowing down the street and getting stuck in trees. It’s both bad for the Earth and a blight on the looks of the city streets. Now, Councilman Mark Squilla has proposed a […]

April 24, 2015

Philly Bike Share Kicks Off!

Say hello to Indego, Philadelphia’s new bike share program! It took seven years for city officials to get it together, making the launch of the bike share a big event indeed. Things kicked off with a big celebration at Eakins Oval. There was a big, excited crowd, cheerleaders, and speeches from city officials including Mayor Michael Nutter. At the close […]

April 23, 2015

Eagles’ Schedule Changed For Pope’s Visit

The Philadelphia Eagles’ schedule for the 2015-2016 football season, just like that of every other NFL team, has already been set. The home games and away games have been worked out, and fans have seen the official schedule. For Eagles fans, however, something about this year’s schedule might seem puzzling: of the first four games this season, three of them […]

April 22, 2015

Feminist Signs Repel Streetside Catcalls in Philly

Is there anything more aggravating, as a woman, than being harassed on the street? Catcalls and inappropriate comments might be intended to flatter, but instead they tend to insult and bother the person at which they are directed. Now, however, catcallers in Philadelphia (and New York City) might pause a moment before opening their mouths. Official-looking “No Catcalling” and “No […]

April 21, 2015

The CENTERfold: Cliff Lee’s Ravishing Rittenhouse Square Condo

Today’s post focuses on none other than Philadelphia Phillie Cliff Lee’s posh Rittenhouse Square condo which hit the MLS yesterday with an asking price of 6.9 million. Cliff and his wife purchased the condo in January of 2011 for just under 5mil. It’s been a while since we looked into the CENTERfold, but trust me – this condo is worth […]

April 20, 2015

Tim Tebow to Join Eagles

Quarterback Tim Tebow will join the Philadelphia Eagles for at least one season, say sources. Tebow, who won the Heisman Trophy as a college player, hasn’t played in the NFL for the past three years. The dedicated Christian and former UF quarterback has been working as a commentator since 2012, but now it looks like Philly will be the team […]

April 17, 2015

Gallery Mall to Get Total Makeover

Dark, dingy, and half-empty, the Gallery at Market East is nobody’s idea of a great shopping mall. It currently features brick steps leading to an entrance below street level, and dim, unattractive concourses that look like throwbacks to the 70s and 80s. Overall, it is currently an ugly and unappealing excuse for a place to shop. All that is soon […]

April 16, 2015

Celebrating the 5th Philadelphia Science Festival

The 5th annual Philadelphia Science Festival is about to take place at the Franklin Institute. Celebrating the science that takes place all across this part of the state, the festival invites science fiends of all ages to get hands-on with events on science and technology. The festival is family-friendly and will delight both amateur and hardcore enthusiasts. Consisting of over […]

April 15, 2015

UberX Gives Millionth Ride in Philadelphia

UberX just celebrated a major milestone – it’s millionth ride provided in Philadelphia, where it launched service in October. The ride-sharing service is considered an illegal taxi operation by the Philadelphia Parking Authority. While UberX was awarded a conditional two-year contract to provide services throughout Pennsylvania, Philadelphia was specifically excluded from the deal. The city has combated UberX’s presence by […]