Extreme heat in Philadelphia impacting Fourth of July weekend, FIFA Fan Festival events
A potentially historic and record-breaking heat wave is set to begin Tuesday in Philadelphia, and by the end…
Philly Pigeon Tours to offer historical walking tour as city celebrates America’s 250th anniversary
Philly Pigeon Tours — which offers guided walking tours exploring the behaviors and biology of city-dwelling pigeons —…
How Pittsburgh played a key role during the Civil War
A Civil War battle never took place in Pittsburgh, but the city played a significant role during the…
It’s peaceful now, but this Pennsylvania park was a place of scandal during the American Revolution
Graeme Park in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, is peaceful now. But generations ago, it was owned by a woman…
Wawa Welcome America Festival: Road closures, traffic impacts in Philadelphia through July 4
For America’s historic birthday, Philadelphia is gearing up for some historic celebrations. Now through July 4, the Wawa…
Nelly and Third Eye Blind to headline America250PA Commonwealth Concert in Pittsburgh
As the country continues to celebrate its 250th anniversary, the City of Pittsburgh and America250PA announced more details…
Meek Mill performing in Philadelphia on July 4
Another Philadelphia music legend is set to take the stage at the city’s free Fourth of July concert.…
Behind-the-scenes look at the floats of this year’s “Red, White and Blue To-Do” parade in Philadelphia
July 2 isn’t the first date when we think of America’s birthday, but that’s when John Adams wanted…
Juneteenth screening of “Harriet” kicks off Philadelphia movie series: “It just makes my soul feel great”
Dozens of history buffs and cinefiles gathered in Philadelphia’s Old City neighborhood to not only celebrate Juneteenth but…
Philly Fair 250 brings food trucks, trapeze, fireworks to Centennial District, Please Touch Museum
Wawa Welcome America officially kicks off in Philadelphia Friday. Organizers said this year’s celebrations are more than a…
What if Benjamin Franklin was portrayed as a rock star? This Philadelphia musical aims to do that.
Benjamin Franklin has been called many things: inventor, writer, diplomat and founding father. A new Philadelphia musical aims…
Pittsburgh-area distillery teams with Kentucky distillery for America’s 250th anniversary
As we continue to get closer to America’s 250th anniversary, two independently-owned distilleries are joining forces to create…