Philadelphia
Students’ return a ‘mixed blessing’
While most businesses are happy to have students back not everyone in West Philadelphia is excited.Pennsylvania alcohol handling fee changes for the first time in 17 years
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board announced the first changes to its alcohol handling fee in 17 years. Changes are estimated to bring 50-75 million dollars in revenue.Megabus crash kills four passengers, injures grad student
A double-decker Megabus, on its way to Toronto from Philadelphia, slammed into a low clearance railroad bridge on the Onondaga Lane Parkway in Salina, N.Y., around 2:30 a.m. Saturday morning.
SEPTA smart cards are still far off
Students looking to see smart card technology from SEPTA will have to keep paying tokens and single fares at least until next year.
Clark Park renovations begin after delay
Clark Park renovations, originally scheduled to begin in June, began Tuesday.Fresh Grocer is free of health violations
New health code citations continue to pop up across campus, but Fresh Grocer and Bon Appetit Management Company have addressed last semester’s violations.
USA's birthplace honors the Fourth of July
The Independence Day festivities started on June 25 and included a Chinatown Block Party, all you can eat ice cream, various concerts and multiple nights of fireworks.
Institute of Contemporary Art offering Summer Studio Classes
Artists of all skill levels can partake in art-related activities this month — local artist Anthony Campuzano is hosting a month-long “Summer Studio” at the Institute of Contemporary Art.Philly heat advisory issued for June 23
An Excessive Heat Warning for June 23 — the first of the year — was issued and extended through 8:00 p.m. today by Deputy Mayor and Philadelphia Health Commissioner Donald Schwarz.
Frogro hearing postponed
The Fresh Grocer’s Philadelphia Common Pleas Court hearing regarding health code violations uncovered earlier this year was postponed from June 22 to July 2.
U. City cheers to Beer Week
The annual tradition is organized by Philly Beer Week, Inc and involves over 500 events at more than 100 participating bars and restaurants across the city and surrounding suburbs.
Dollar stroll brings business to Baltimore Avenue
On June 10, fifteen vendors located on Baltimore Avenue between 42nd and 50th streets took part in the first of three Baltimore Avenue Dollar Strolls, offering select goods for just a buck.
College alumnus to re-release lauded novel
College alumnus Caren Lissner's novel Carrie Pilby is set to be re-released on July 1.Bikers take on Philadelphia Hills
The 26th Annual Manayunk Bike Race was held on June 6. Australian Matt Goss won the international race.International House Philadelphia hits 100
International House Philadelphia kicked off its centennial celebration this Tuesday with hors d’oeuvres, speeches and insight into their plans for the upcoming year.
"McCruelty" protest goes smoothly
On May 27, singer Chrissie Hynde and a group of protesters organized in front of the McDonald’s on 40th and Walnut Streets to let people know they’re “hatin’ it.”