From murals to cherry trees, here are improvements made for 2026 that are here to stay
Although there are still five months left in the year, most of the bigger events the city had…
Philly firsts: For over 150 years, the Philly Zoo has been a pioneer in its field
Dr. William Camac spearheaded the signing of the Zoological Society of Philadelphia’s charter in 1859, marking the first…
New documentary, ‘1776 Seconds,’ explores life in Philly during America’s 250th anniversary
Creative Philadelphia sought to captured city life during America’s 250th birthday by conducting man-on-the-street interviews and filming block…
SEPTA funding uncertainty looms after PA budget approval
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PAFA’s ‘Fresh Perspectives’ gets kids civically engaged
When art becomes civic engagement People who participate in art projects are four times more likely to be…
WXPN taps 12 local musicians for ‘Philly Anthems’ album
July 4 is over, but WXPN is keeping the semiquincentennial alive with a new project exploring independence. “Philly…
Parkway July Fourth concert on hold as severe storms sweep through Philadelphia
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Patriotic Pet Parade celebrates America’s 250th anniversary
Sandra Brebenel, a Florida native, entered the competition with Matilda Snuggles. The duo came to Philadelphia to celebrate…
Philadelphia mayor presents first Celebration of Freedom awards
He thanked his teachers, from Samuel B. Huey Elementary all the way to Temple University, for steering him…
Philly Pops perform at Independence Hall for America250
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Philly 250th parade: Despite heat cancellation, tourists flood Old City
‘Really disappointed’: Visitors travelled long distances for 250th parade DelBene said groups expected to march in the parade…
Pope Leo praises America’s welcoming of immigrants in livestreamed speech
The National Constitution Center honored Pope Leo with the Liberty Medal for his “lifelong work promoting religious liberty…