Your Philly New Year’s Eve guide: 38 ways to ring in 2026
Say goodbye to 2025 and hello to the milestone year any way you want — ice skating, dancing, dining, a concert, fireworks …
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Get out the vote: Why the Lower Schuylkill River should win Pa. River of the Year
From its name to its biodiversity, the river offers a range of fun and unique qualities to consider before you vote by Jan. 16.
Historic preservation bill is getting a rewrite after outcryÂ
Preservationists contend the legislation would lead to more demolitions of historic homes.
Year in Review: Philly’s biggest food stories of 2025
It was a year with a lot of highlights for the city’s dining scene. Here are 10 of them.
Philly preps for first-time New Year’s Eve concert, extra fireworks, and Mummers paradeÂ
Mayor describes expanded festivities — including a performance by LL Cool J — as the kickoff of 2026 celebrations.
A car parade of light: Philly’s Hanukkah tradition shines bright after recent tragedy
At Independence Mall, where the first large public menorah lighting took place in 1974, Philly’s Jewish community gathered again to celebrate “light over darkness.”
‘Meet me at the Troc’: New mural pays tribute to historic Chinatown theater
The Trocadero Theatre facade gets an artistic facelift from a 40-foot public art installation that celebrates its 150-year history while looking to the future.
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“You’re joining a family”: SquashSmarts invests in Philly students long term
The program provides athletic and academic support – and has delivered results for underserved youth in Philadelphia.
Explosion at Vicinity Energy plant knocks out hot water to UPenn
Employee union alleges maintenance neglect, lack of training by plant owner.
In West Mt. Airy, wrestling over whether to pursue historic designation
Preservationists want to protect the Pelham neighborhood’s historic homes, but some residents don’t trust the process.
What can older adults do to overcome isolation during winter?
From shorter days to colder weather, winter is tough on everyone, but especially seniors. Here’s what to do, and why it’s so important.
Federal bill would restore billions for Chinatown Stitch and other transportation projects
Congressman Brendan Boyle has co-sponsored a measure to reverse federal cuts.
What’s up with moving the Rocky statue? Here’s what we know
The city plans to return one of the statues outside the museum to Sylvester Stallone next year. A late twist changed which one it will be.
Demolition of the historic Painted Bride building kicks off
Eight years after its former owners announced a change, the building that hosts Isaiah Zagar’s famous mural is coming down.
Headlines of Yore
A 19th century Philly civic leader’s legacy includes this pop culture icon
C.C.A. Baldi was a major figure in Philadelphia’s Italian American community. His family would go on to lead in both politics and pop culture.
Food & Drink Scene
10 delicious, distinctly Philly sandwiches that aren’t the classic cheesesteak
We’ve compiled a list of tasty and unique sandwiches around the city to check out.
Neighborhoods
School District of Philadelphia asks residents for feedback on potential school closures
The School District of Philadelphia recently delayed the release of its recommendations on what schools should close. Now, it’s asking the community for help.