The biggest America 250 events from now through July 4
From the FIFA Fan Festival and Gospel on Independence to the July 4 concert on the Parkway, here are the biggest America 250 events in Philadelphia and beyond.
S. Broad Street gets a new landscaped median — and it’s just the start of what’s planned
There's now a leafy ribbon down the middle of Broad Street from Spruce to Pine Streets. Beyond beautifying the avenue, it has a practical, traffic-calming intention.
Abington schools are reviewing security after a man charged with trying to rape a girl repeatedly entered the high school
Police say Raeem Grange-Allen, 25, identified himself to a 14-year-old girl as a student and repeatedly entered Abington Senior High School.
U.S. says chemical maker Chemours to pay $450M to settle ‘forever chemicals’ case
The Wilmington company will pay penalties and provide mitigation efforts to prevent PFAS discharges in New Jersey, West Virginia, and North Carolina.
A new rooftop nightclub proposed for the Camden waterfront aims to be part of the city’s ‘evolution’
The club, which is still awaiting final consideration from Camden’s planning board, would include a stage and dance floor, private cabanas, a pool deck, bar areas, and more.
Where to watch Fourth of July fireworks in Philly, the suburbs, South Jersey, and the Shore
The nation's 250th birthday means more fireworks than usual. Find Fourth of July displays in Philadelphia, the suburbs, South Jersey, and the Jersey Shore.
Flyers draft: Tommy Bleyl, Ryan Lin, and Xavier Villeneuve are smaller defensemen. Will they get passed over by Philly?
Towering over the three blueliners is Maksim Sokolovskii, whom the Flyers are reportedly very high on.
A historic Philly mansion up for sale comes with an unusual easement: Revolutionary War battle reenactments on the front lawn
"The battle reenactment is actually written into the deed," current owner Alex Aberle said.
Body recovered of swimmer who disappeared in water along Ocean City
The man disappeared on May 18 and his body was recovered on Friday near Sea Isle City, police said.
A new Philly restaurant with ‘wow’ factor | Let’s Eat
Your first look at chef Chris Kearse's swanky cocktail bar, eight tasty ideas for halal food, and a love story set at the Jersey Shore. Hot dogs are involved.