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Two PECO Power Plants, Relics from Philadelphia’s Industrial Past, About to Become Hubs Once Again
Two relics from Philadelphia’s industrial past — the PECO power plant next to Penn Treaty Park and the F.A. Poth Brewery at 31st and Jefferson — are about to become thrumming hubs again after decades of standing vacant, writes Inga Saffron for The Philadelphia Inquirer. While both projects will include apartments, the final results will…
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Philadelphia is Home to the Oldest Photo Still in Existence
Philadelphia is notable for being a city of firsts, but one “first” distinction it has that may not be known by many is being the first city where someone took a photo, writes Avi Wolfman-Arent for Billy Penn at WHYY. The photo was taken in 1839 by Joseph Saxton, an engineer and watchmaker with an…
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Travel Guidebook Publisher Lonely Planet Ranks Philadelphia the Best City to Visit in the United States
If an influx of tourists start to flood Philadelphia in the coming months, it shouldn’t come as much of a surprise. Lonely Planet, the industry-leading travel guidebook publisher, released its “Best Destinations to Travel in 2024” list, and Philadelphia is the top-ranked U.S. city on the list, and fifth city overall on the top 10…
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Philadelphia Eagles’ Culture Key to Welcoming, Acclimating New Players
The Philadelphia Eagles have a way of making newcomers to the team feel welcome almost immediately, writes Reuben Frank for NBC Sports Philadelphia. Over his time as general manager, Howie Roseman has signed countless players and made numerous trades with the goal of upgrading the team. This season alone, Roseman has brought in Bradley Roby…
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Eastern State Penitentiary Ranked Second Most Haunted Place in the World
Eastern State Penitentiary is visited by thousands of tourists each year, and recently added a new distinction as the world’s second most haunted place in the world, writes Fionnuala Boyle for Irish Star. Recently, Planet Cruise analyzed TripAdvisor data to come up with the list, using search words such as “spooky,” “scary,” and “haunted.” Eastern…
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A Philadelphia Eagles Jacket Worn By Princess Diana Brings Satisfaction to Eagles Fans
During her time in the public eye, Princess Diana’s wardrobe had long been a popular topic of discussion, writes Janine Henni for People. Sports gear was something the Princess would incorporate into her wardrobe as a way to add a level of normalcy to her life. Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Princess Diana could be…
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At ROW Psychiatric Services, Rosemary Fordjour Aims to Give Patients Equitable Care in All Facets
If there are two things that Rosemary Fordjour can point to that stood out most to her growing up in Ghana, they are the sense of community and safety she felt. She recalls the many times she walked to and from school with her friends, the countless conversations, and the love for nature she developed…
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Are iPods ‘Vintage’ and ‘Retro?’ Urban Outfitters Thinks So
Urban Outfitters is beginning to sell some of the earlier iPod models and the terminology being used to describe them has people talking, writes Emily Bloch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In one listing for a fourth-generation iPod Classic from 2004, Urban Outfitters describes the device as a “genuine piece of vintage retro tech.” The iPod…
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A New Fiction Bookstore Has Opened in Chestnut Hill, Attracting ‘Nerds’ Of All Kinds
The opening of a new bookstore in Chestnut Hill is a celebration of Gralin Hughes Jr. and Sara Zia Ebrahimi Hughes’ love for comics and fiction, writes Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The couple, who have been married for a decade, recently opened the doors to ‘Multiverse,’ a new curated nerd space for fellow…
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Wall Street Journal: Philadelphia Fed President Wants to Stop Raising Interest Rates
Patrick Harker, Philadelphia Fed President, believes that the central bank should take its time before deciding the fate of interest rate increases, writes Nick Timiraos for the Wall Street Journal. “This is a time where we just sit for a little bit … let’s see how things evolve over the next few months,” said Harker. …
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In Final Interview, Phillies’ Great Dick Allen Put His Life, MLB Career into Perspective
Over his 15-year career in Major League Baseball, Dick Allen had his share of ups and down, both on and off the field, writes William Kashatus for Pennsylvania Heritage. His career accomplishments after his Major League debut with the Philadelphia Phillies in 1963 include winning the NL Rookie of the Year, being named to…
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Phillies Personnel Reveal Their Favorite Philadelphia Restaurants
The Philadelphia Phillies are just like the rest of us when it comes to their favorite Philly food spots, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. For pitchers Aaron Nola and Zack Wheeler, Philadelphia’s popular Italian restaurant Vetri Cucina is among their favorite restaurants. Wheeler is also a fan of the Asian-inspired bar restaurant Cheu…
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GQ: How Does Jalen Hurts Stay at the Top of His Game? It’s in His Mind and Body
Coming out on the losing end of the Super Bowl after an MVP-caliber season can be tough to get over, but Philadelphia Eagles’ quarterback Jalen Hurts has his ways, writes Christopher Cason for GQ. While Hurts didn’t achieve his ultimate goal last season, he has stayed true to himself and his preparation. “It’s all about…
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Vogue: As Phillies Make Second Straight NLCS, A Long-Time Fan Finds Inspiration
Megan Angelo was 9 years old when the Philadelphia Phillies took a trip to the 1993 World Series and it was an experience she’ll never forget, she writes for Vogue. Her young mind was enamored by the tough, rugged guys on the team, from Curt Schilling to Lenny Dykstra and Larry Bowa, and others. As…
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Forbes: These Billionaires All Have Ties to Philadelphia
The nation’s richest individuals collectively lost about $500 billion last year, but the elite are worth $4.5 trillion, writes Rob LaFranco and Chase Peterson-Withorn for Forbes. Forbes recently released its “400 Richest People In America” list. Pennsylvania was represented throughout the list with 10 entries on the list; some of which have ties to Philadelphia.…
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6 New Sprouts Farmers Market Locations are Coming to the Philadelphia Area
In 2018, Sprouts Farmers Market opened its first Philadelphia store and five years later is continuing to expand its presence, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Sprouts recently announced its plans to open at least six new stores over the next two years. Four of the six new stores will be in the…
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WSJ: 76ers Star Joel Embiid Decides to Join Team USA for the 2024 Olympics
As someone born in Cameroon and in possession of both American and French citizenship, Joel Embiid had his choice of the litter in regard to which country he’d like to represent at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, writes Robert O’Connell for The Wall Street Journal. Embiid ultimately announced that he would be joining Team…
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Center City Office Building Set to Become Apartment Complex
1701 Market Street in Center City Philadelphia will soon be converted from an office building to an apartment building, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. After months of negotiations, Alterra Property Group has officially acquired the building and has its sights on transforming its use. Once finalized, it would mark the largest office-to-residential…
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