South Philadelphia
South Philadelphia, or “South Philly,” is a vibrant and diverse neighborhood known for its rich immigrant history, particularly Italian-American heritage.
It boasts iconic landmarks like the Italian Market, passionate sports culture, and a dynamic food scene, reflecting a blend of old-world charm and modern urban life.
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Barstool Sports Founder Rates Lucatelli’s and Peppino’s Tomato Pies, Sparks Pizza Frenzy in Doylestown and Chalfont
David Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports and One Bite Pizza, has recently ignited a pizza craze in Bucks County following his visits to two…
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Philadelphia Historical Commission Announces Six New Designations, One Demolition
During its most recent meeting in October, the Philadelphia Historical Commission designated six new buildings to the local Register of Historic Places, writes Kimberly Haas…
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With the Homebuying Market As it is, Newlyweds are Creating ‘Home Funds’ to Aid in the Process
With home prices and mortgage interest rates seeing increases in recent years, homebuyers are finding alternative ways to help purchase their homes, writes Michaelle Bond…
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Firstrust Bank Executive Chairman Richard Green Named of the 150 Most Influential Philadelphians
Richard Green, the Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors and Owner of Firstrust Bank, has been named one of the 150 Most Influential Philadelphians…
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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…
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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…
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Here’s an Update on a New European Café Coming to Media
Cafesphere, a European-style cafe with a roof deck, is opening at 25 E. State Street in Media this October, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia…
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Firstrust Bank Remains Steadfastly Committed to Point Breeze, the Community Where It All Began
Established in 1934, Firstrust Bank has deep-rooted history in the Point Breeze neighborhood of South Philadelphia, where founder Samuel Green was driven by a vision…
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Rosemary Restaurant in Ridley Park Is a Hit, and Here’s Why
Rosemary in Ridley Park, has opened to rave reviews and large crowds. Much of the credit for Delaware County’s hot new restaurant goes to Philadelphia…
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Tattooed Moms Exhibition Opens Today at Neumann University
Kevin Russo created the Tattooed Moms project to shatter a stereotype. “It developed from my own learned prejudice about tattooed women,” he explains. “Growing up…
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Philadelphia’s Southeast Asian Market One of Nation’s Best Food Markets
To no surprise of anybody who has ever visited and eaten one of its many delicious offerings, Southeast Asian Market in Philadelphia has emerged as…
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Neumann President Emeritus Dr. Rosalie Mirenda Remembered
Neumann University’s President Emeritus Dr. Rosalie Mirenda, who served students at the university for more than four decades, has died. She was 85. The announcement…
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Three Generations of Black Women Educators Talk TV Sitcom Abbott Elementary, Philadelphia Schools
For Philadelphians who come from a family of teachers, the hit workplace TV comedy Abbott Elementary hits very close to home, writes MacKenzie River Foy…
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Local Fisherman Discovers Alligator-Like Creature in Philadelphia Park
An alligator-like creature, later identified as a caiman, was caught Sunday, March 5, by Ike Peyton from Delaware County, writes Neirin Gray Desai for the…
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Chester County Leadership: Marc Lucca, President of Aqua Pennsylvania
Marc Lucca, the President of Aqua Pennsylvania and the keynote speaker at Tuesday’s VISTA Millennial Superstars Awards Reception & Celebration, spoke with VISTA Today about…
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Chester County Leadership – Dr. Rosalie Mirenda, President, Neumann University
VISTA Today asks Dr. Rosalie Mirenda, President of Neumann University, about growing up in South Philadelphia the first daughter of Italian immigrants born in the…
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Did You Know?
When the DNC announced Philadelphia would host its 2016 national convention, it was not the first time the city had been selected to host a…
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