City Council took a firm stance Thursday against the Trump administration's expected changes to an exhibit on slavery at Independence National Historical Park. Council President Kenyatta Johnson (D-2nd) introduced a …
September 18, 2025
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Philadelphia Flyers
Rick Tocchet establishes Flyers’ ‘staples’ on first day of training camp
by myphillyconnection 49 viewsThe Philadelphia Flyers touched a puck on the first day of training camp, for the first time in three years. There's no more rope, the notorious John Tortorella signature of …
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Health & Fitness
A daily aspirin may help prevent colon cancer from returning
by myphillyconnection 47 viewsA daily, low-dose aspirin helps prevent the recurrence of certain colon cancers, a new study suggests. Colorectal cancer rates are down in older people but have been steadily rising in …
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Health & Fitness
Health insurers vow to cover COVID-19 and flu shots, regardless of CDC panel’s guidance
by myphillyconnection 65 viewsHealth insurers will cover the cost of COVID-19, flu and other vaccines through 2026 regardless of what an advisory committee to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends. The …
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Philly News
Four Philly prison workers charged with covering up alleged inmate assault
by myphillyconnection 38 viewsFour prison workers at the Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility in Holmesburg are facing federal charges for allegedly covering up an assault of a naked inmate who was beaten so badly that …
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Light, refreshing and full of flavor, soba noodles with tofu and papaya bring together wholesome ingredients in a heart-healthy dish that’s as nourishing as it is satisfying. The nutty taste …
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Food & Restaurants
Italian marketplace Eataly to open at King of Prussia Mall on Oct. 2
by myphillyconnection 79 viewsItalian marketplace Eataly will open its long-awaited location at the King of Prussia Mall on Oct. 2, offering a mix of dining options and imported retail, the chain confirmed. The …
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Philadelphia Flyers
The Flyers are still building from within, but want to be an NHL destination again
by myphillyconnection 42 viewsThe Philadelphia Flyers have stressed repeatedly, throughout the past two years and into training camp's start Thursday morning, that they're staying on a long-term plan. They're trying to preach patience, …
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Food & Restaurants
As Dock Street turns 40, here’s how it grew from a countercultural idea into the oldest craft brewery in Philly
by myphillyconnection 41 viewsBefore Rosemarie Certo co-founded Dock Street Brewing Co., she was a beer drinker. And when she searched for American brews in the 1980s, all she found was "a sea of …
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The emergence of affordable, convenient, and eco-friendly intercity travel has been exemplified by FlixBus, which has rapidly expanded its footprint across the United States and continues to grow in vital …