In many ways, Zach Montag is a typical suburban Philadelphia 13-year-old. He’s in seventh grade, has been taking karate classes, and likes swimming, ice skating and rock climbing.
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Health & Fitness
Younger adults are more frequently having memory and concentration issues
by myphillyconnection 31 viewsMemory troubles and other cognitive issues are on the rise among young adults in the United States, a new study suggests. The percentage of adults under 40 who report having …
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Business & Finance
Iron Hill Brewery abruptly closes all 16 of its gastropubs
by myphillyconnection 34 viewsIron Hill Brewery said Thursday morning that it has abruptly closed all 16 of its gastropubs. The local chain gave no reason for the shuttering in its social media post …
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Philly News
Temple Health nurses, technicians to strike Oct. 6 unless contract negotiations gain traction
by myphillyconnection 42 viewsAbout 2,600 Temple Health nurses and technicians plan to hold a five-day strike beginning at 7 a.m. Monday, Oct. 6, unless the health care system meets their contract demands. The …
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Warm, fragrant, and packed with nutrients, this salmon and vegetable curry is a brain-boosting comfort dish that proves healthy meals can still feel indulgent. With tender salmon, fiber-rich sweet potatoes, …
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The Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA) is one of the city’s most essential public service agencies—responsible not just for policing parking, but for shaping how residents, workers, and visitors navigate Philadelphia’s …
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City ResourcesPopular Philly Resources
PennDot Driver Licensing Center
by myphillyconnection 84 viewsThe Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Driver Licensing Centers are the primary state-run offices serving Philadelphia residents for all driver-related services. Whether you are a first-time license applicant, need to …
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The Department of Licenses and Inspections (L&I) is one of the most crucial city agencies working to keep Philadelphia safe, habitable, and thriving. Whether you’re a homeowner, landlord, developer, contractor, …
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Philly News
Kimmel saga is just latest development in ‘ongoing struggle’ between Trump and the media
by myphillyconnection 36 viewsThe return of comedian Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show following its nearly weeklong suspension is a victory for free speech advocates, but it's far from the end of the fight between …
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The story of the Philly cheesesteak begins in the 1930s with Pat Olivieri, a South Philadelphia hot dog vendor seeking something new for lunch. Pat slapped some thinly sliced steak …