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  • Articles Tagged with "Philadelphia"

    Man’s bound body found in shallow grave after fire in Pa. building - pennlive.com

    pennlive.com • Crime • United States

    Firefighters in Philadelphia discovered a bound body in a shallow grave within a burning abandoned building, prompting a homicide investigation.

    Review: THE REAL THING

    inquirer.com • Theater • United States

    A review of Tom Stoppard's 'The Real Thing' at the Wilma Theater in Philadelphia highlights both the play's brilliance and the director's choices that impacted its overall effect.

    Medetomidine, a veterinary tranquilizer in Philadelphia's drug supply, is alarming doctors with its extreme withdrawal symptoms

    inquirer.com • Medicine • Philadelphia

    The veterinary tranquilizer medetomidine, increasingly used to lace illicit opioids in Philadelphia, is causing severe withdrawal symptoms requiring intensive care treatment.

    Dave Portnoy, Barstool Sports founder, retracts Auschwitz tour offer to customer in antisemitic sign incident | CNN

    cnn.com • News • United States

    Dave Portnoy retracted his offer of an Auschwitz tour to a customer involved in an antisemitic incident at a Barstool Sports bar in Philadelphia after the customer denied responsibility.

    Amputations are soaring as a tranq crisis takes hold in the Philadelphia region

    inquirer.com • Medicine • Philadelphia

    The increasing use of xylazine, a veterinary tranquilizer, in Philadelphia has led to a surge in amputations among opioid users due to severe, drug-related wounds.

    Academy at Palumbo is home three Gates Scholars

    inquirer.com • Education • Philadelphia

    The Academy at Palumbo High School in Philadelphia is celebrating its graduating class's remarkable achievements, including three Gates Scholars and numerous acceptances to Ivy League and other prestigious universities.

    Local Gates Scholar was propelled to success by the loss of his brothers

    inquirer.com • Education • United States

    George Lane, a Gates Scholar from Philadelphia, overcame personal tragedy to achieve academic excellence and community leadership.

    Philly sandwich spot is opening up in Myrtle Beach, SC | Myrtle Beach Sun News

    myrtlebeachonline.com • Food • South Carolina

    PrimoHoagies, a Philadelphia-based sandwich shop, is expanding to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, adding to its existing South Carolina locations.

    Maurice Quann was just a bystander in the July 4 Kingsessing shooting that took his life, police sources say

    inquirer.com • Crime • Philadelphia

    Nineteen-year-old Maurice Quann, an aspiring entrepreneur known for organizing parties for hundreds of Philadelphia youth, was tragically killed in a July 4th shooting, highlighting the devastating impact of gang violence on innocent bystanders.

    Philadelphia shooting: 2 killed, 9 injured in mass shooting at a park | CNN

    cnn.com • Crime • United States

    A mass shooting in Philadelphia's Fairmount Park resulted in two fatalities and nine injuries, prompting an ongoing investigation.

    Road closures this weekend for Roots Picnic, Philly Pride March and more

    inquirer.com • Events • Philadelphia

    Philadelphia will experience significant traffic disruptions due to several large-scale events, including the Roots Picnic, Philly Pride March, and Bike-A-Thon, causing numerous road closures throughout the weekend.

    Why does the Wells Fargo Building have its own zip code?

    inquirer.com • History • Philadelphia

    The Wells Fargo Building in Philadelphia has its own zip code due to its historical significance as a building with its own post office, dating back to the 1940s postal zone system.

    Philadelphia world fair for sesquicentennial debuted May 31, 1926

    inquirer.com • History • United States

    The 1926 Philadelphia Sesquicentennial Exposition, intended to commemorate the Declaration of Independence, fell short of expectations due to mismanagement, location issues, and poor weather.

    Maison Lotus review: This glamorous Main Line restaurant redo doesn't live up to the hype

    inquirer.com • Restaurant • Pennsylvania

    A review of Maison Lotus, a new French-Vietnamese restaurant in Wayne, Pennsylvania, finds its glamorous ambiance outweighs its inconsistent food quality.

    Fitler Square dispute over dog poop leads to harassment lawsuit

    inquirer.com • Lawsuit • Philadelphia

    A Philadelphia neighborhood dispute over dog waste escalated into a defamation and harassment lawsuit, exceeding $250,000 in damages.

    Philly VA employees return to the office with mixed feelings

    inquirer.com • Politics • United States

    The mandatory return to in-office work for Philadelphia VA employees has resulted in mixed reactions, with some happy to be back while others express concerns about the reasons and associated challenges.

    Roots Picnic Day 1 marked with long lines and frustration

    inquirer.com • Music • Philadelphia

    The first day of the Roots Picnic in Philadelphia was marred by significant delays and attendee frustration due to weather-related ground conditions.

    SEPTA riders share their commuting nightmares if cuts go through

    inquirer.com • Transportation • Philadelphia

    Proposed SEPTA cuts in Philadelphia are causing widespread concern among riders, who share their commuting nightmares and anxieties about the potential impact on their daily lives and job opportunities.

    Enduring power of ward endorsements on display in Philly DA race

    inquirer.com • Politics • Philadelphia

    Analysis of the Philadelphia District Attorney race reveals that ward endorsements significantly impact election results, providing candidates with a substantial boost despite questions surrounding their relevance in modern campaigning.

    Philly schools' 3-5-7-9 policy penalizes teachers for taking sick days

    inquirer.com • Education • Philadelphia

    Philadelphia's '3-5-7-9' policy penalizes teachers for using sick days, leading to concerns about teacher retention amidst a national teacher shortage.

    A member of this family has taught music in Philly schools for 74 years straight. Until now.

    inquirer.com • Education • Philadelphia

    The Kauriga family's 74-year legacy of music teaching in Philadelphia schools comes to an end with the retirement of Greg Kauriga, but the family's musical contributions continue.

    A $27 million reconstruction project is planned for Castor Avenue in Northeast Philly. Not all residents are on board.

    inquirer.com • Politics • Pennsylvania

    A $27 million Castor Avenue reconstruction project in Philadelphia faces opposition from local residents who filed a lawsuit against the project's implementation.

    Center City Sips bars Time, DBG, and Vintage withdraw over safety concerns

    inquirer.com • News • Philadelphia

    Three Philadelphia bars have withdrawn from Center City Sips due to safety concerns and overwhelming crowds spurred by a viral TikTok video.

    ‘Sprinkles’ v ‘jimmies’? An ice-cream related debate has Philadelphians melting down.

    inquirer.com • Food • Philadelphia

    A debate over the correct term for ice cream toppings, 'sprinkles' versus 'jimmies,' is dividing Philadelphians and revealing regional linguistic variations.

    Comparing homes for sale in three Philly-area towns for $550,000

    inquirer.com • RealEstate • New Jersey

    This article compares three homes for sale in the Philadelphia area, priced around $550,000, highlighting their features and suitability for different buyers.

    Police probe sex assaults pattern around Center City Philadelphia

    inquirer.com • Crime • Philadelphia

    Philadelphia police are investigating a series of sexual assaults in Center City, warning residents to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity.

    Hundreds of fish died in Tacony Creek. Illegal dumping is suspected.

    inquirer.com • Environment • Pennsylvania

    Hundreds of dead fish were discovered in Philadelphia's Tacony Creek, prompting suspicions of illegal chemical dumping into the waterway.

    Mike Missanelli out at the Fanatic

    inquirer.com • Radio • United States

    Radio host Mike Missanelli's second stint at Philadelphia's 97.5 The Fanatic ended abruptly, less than a year after his return.

    Ashley Biden filed for divorce from husband Howard Krein in Philadelphia

    inquirer.com • Politics • United States

    Ashley Biden, daughter of President Joe Biden, filed for divorce from her husband, Howard Krein, in Philadelphia.

    495-space parking garage is coming to University City

    inquirer.com • Development • Philadelphia

    A new 495-space parking garage is planned for University City in Philadelphia, sparking debate over its necessity in a transit-rich area.