Northwest Philadelphia Northwest Philadelphia, often affectionately referred to as Northwest Philly or simply “the NW,” is one of the city’s most picturesque and traditionally suburban-feeling regions. It stretches roughly from …
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Northeast Philadelphia Northeast Philadelphia, often referred to simply as “the Northeast” or “the Great Northeast,” is Philadelphia’s largest and most geographically expansive section. Stretching from the rustic neighborhoods along the …
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Southwest Philadelphia Southwest Philadelphia is a notably distinct and often overlooked part of the city that stretches from Baltimore Avenue in the north down to the Philadelphia International Airport in …
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North Philadelphia North Philadelphia stands as one of the city’s most historically rich and culturally significant regions. Once a collection of agricultural townships and small villages, it evolved through waves …
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West Philadelphia is a celebrated urban mosaic, famed for its cultural diversity, storied streets, proud neighborhoods, and world-class institutions. From the university buzz of University City to the green majesty …
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Health & Fitness
New report ranks Philadelphia and Allentown among toughest cities in America for people with asthma
by myphillyconnection 56 viewsPhiladelphia is the fourth-worst city in the United States for people with asthma, according to the latest rankings from the Asthma and Allergy Association of America. Allentown ranked No. 3.
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BlogPhiladelphia Sports
Fantasy Football 101: Building and Managing Your Dream Team
by myphillyconnection 130 viewsFantasy football is a dynamic, engaging game that allows fans to become virtual team managers, competing with friends and strangers while tracking real-life NFL player statistics. This guide will explore …
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Philly News
Penn law school adds Sadie Alexander fellowship after backlash over pausing scholarship named after activist
by myphillyconnection 40 viewsThe University of Pennsylvania announced two new programs at the Carey Law School a month after shuttering the Office of Equal Opportunity and Engagement and pausing a scholarship named after …
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Philly News
City Council plans to address a range of issues this fall – from utility costs to affordable housing
by myphillyconnection 46 viewsFrom responding to federal policy changes to implementing Mayor Cherelle Parker's housing initiative, City Council has a range of legislative priorities for its fall session. Council members introduced nearly 50 …
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Business & Finance
Norcross family makes $25 million bid to buy Ocean City’s Wonderland Pier boardwalk site
by myphillyconnection 37 viewsA $25 million offer has been made for the former Gillian's Wonderland Pier site on the Ocean City Boardwalk by South Jersey attorney Philip Norcross and other members of his …