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Riding the (regional) Rails: Norristown, Conshohocken, Manayunk & Roxborough
Jake Blumgart
Tuesday, March 29, 2016
As the weather warms, we're back at it: jumping on SEPTA to explore the region's hidden gems. In this installment, the erstwhile R6 line gets a workout with stops for cold beers, Mexican eats, a cheesesteak rivalry and the mysterious 'zep.'
Classic Towns
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Food
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Nightlife
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Tourism
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Transportation
Northwest
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Manayunk
Q&A: Jeri Lynne Johnson of Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra
Alaina Mabaso
Tuesday, February 19, 2013
A local conductor breaks down barriers, working to make classical music more inclusive, diverse and interactive.
Arts and Culture
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Diversity
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On the Ground
Northwest
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Germantown
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Mt. Airy
OPINION: A Plea for Maintaining Adequate Buffers Around Philadelphia's Waterways
Maura McCarthy and John Rollins
Friday, October 19, 2012
Changes to the Zoning Code could reduce the buffer to a mere 25 feet, which would ultimately undermine the Green Cities, Clean Water agreement.
Sustainability
Northwest
MAYOR OF WISSAHICKON CREEK: Come In From the Rain
Aaron Krolikowski
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
The Valley Green opens our new weekly comic strip, with visions of the Red Cake Festival dancing in the young fox's head.
Arts and Culture
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Media
Northwest
Coming Next Week: Serial Cartoon 'Mayor of Wissahickon Creek' Debuts
Aaron Krolikowski
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
If 'Game Change' met 'Wind in the Willows,' their serial comic strip love child might look something like this, from the mind of West Philadelphia's Aaron Krolikowski.
Arts and Culture
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Design
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Media
Northwest
Deep Dive on Green Jobs Shows Many Shades of Opportunity
Paul Glover
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Green jobs can mean many things to many people. To our expert, they have the power to transform Philadelphia on many levels: economic, environmental and educational, to name a few.
Design
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Emerging Technology
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Entrepreneurship
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Healthcare
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High Technology
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Life Sciences
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Moving Here
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Neighborhood Innovation
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Regionalism
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Sustainability
Center City
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South Philadelphia
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North Philadelphia
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Northeast
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Northwest
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West Philadelphia
Fixing Fresh Food: Greater Philly's Co-Ops Find Their Way
Ruth Heiges
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
A focus on members, organic growth and location are behind the increasing number of food co-ops here, creating a national model for making healthy and local food more accessible.
Food
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Neighborhood Innovation
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Philanthropy
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Regionalism
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Supplier
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Sustainability
South Philadelphia
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North Philadelphia
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Chestnut Hill
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Northwest
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Germantown
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Mt. Airy
Mind the Gap: Options Abound for Gap Years, But How to Choose?
Veronica Moul
Tuesday, August 09, 2011
There's no shortage of possibilities for the would-be gap-year taker, but determining the right fit and how to make it happen take some careful planning and research.
Arts and Culture
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Food
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Higher Education
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Neighborhood Innovation
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Sustainability
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Talent Dividend
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Tourism
Northwest
PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Nighttime Strolling on Germantown, Baltimore Ave. and Race St. Pier
Flying Kite staff
Tuesday, August 02, 2011
Walk, eat, and enjoy summer nights this week on Thursday in Mt. Airy and University City and on Friday at Penn's Landing.
Arts and Culture
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Diversity
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Food
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Moving Here
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Neighborhood Innovation
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Nightlife
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Sustainability
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Tourism
Center City
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Northwest
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Mt. Airy
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University City
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West Philadelphia
PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: PSL Summer BBQ, WebStart Women, Urban Farm Bike Tour
Flying Kite staff
Monday, July 18, 2011
If you're into making things happen, start it up with Philly Startup leaders on Thursday. If you're in it for the ride, hit the urban farm tour on Saturday. If you're into the web, spin anew with WebStart Women on Sunday.
Arts and Culture
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Design
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Emerging Technology
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Entrepreneurship
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Food
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Moving Here
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Neighborhood Innovation
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Regionalism
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Sustainability
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Transportation
Center City
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South Philadelphia
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North Philadelphia
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Northwest
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Germantown
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Fairmount / Art Museum
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Mt. Airy
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West Philadelphia
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Kensington/Port Richmond
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Queen Village / Pennsport
Mind the Gap: Why You (Yes, You) Should Consider a Gap Year
Veronica Moul
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Gap years are mostly popular in the U.K., but this Philadelphia U. student's series uncovers how they can transform the job prospects, resume, and spirit of any student -- or workforce veteran.
Entrepreneurship
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Higher Education
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International Talent
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Media
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Neighborhood Innovation
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Talent Dividend
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Tourism
East Falls
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Northwest
Q&A: David Stern-Gottfried, Sustainability Seeker
Joe Petrucci
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
The Mt. Airy native has seen and done a lot since leaving for college. More than a decade later he's back to gain a foothold in the city's growing sustainability community.
Entrepreneurship
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Higher Education
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Moving Here
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Neighborhood Innovation
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Sustainability
Downtown - Test - delete before launch
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Mt. Airy
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Northwest
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University City
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West Philadelphia
Mapping Bike Culture: Philly Scores High, More Data on the Way
Joe Petrucci
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Philly ranks high among the nation's largest cities in number of residents who ride their bicycle to work. More data is on the way, and the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is among those who believe more details will lead to faster growth.
Moving Here
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Regionalism
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Sustainability
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Transportation
Center City
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North Philadelphia
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Northeast
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Northwest
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South Philadelphia
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West Philadelphia
Get Your Shots: Festival Fever Begins This Weekend
Joe Petrucci
Friday, March 04, 2011
Old, new, improved and re-tooled, festivals focused on nature, science, kids, culture and films are on tap in the coming weeks, so pick your spots, starting this weekend, to experience and support Greater Philadelphia's best.
Arts and Culture
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Design
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Diversity
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Emerging Technology
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Food
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Higher Education
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International Talent
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Media
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Moving Here
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Nightlife
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Regionalism
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Sustainability
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Tourism
Center City
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Fairmount / Art Museum
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Fairmount / Art Museum
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Fishtown
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Kensington/Port Richmond
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Market East
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North Philadelphia
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Northeast
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Northern Liberties
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Northwest
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Passyunk Square / East Passyunk
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Rittenhouse Square
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South Philadelphia
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University City
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West Philadelphia
Deserving Preserving: Preservation Alliance Announces Award Winners
Joe Petrucci
Monday, February 28, 2011
A mansion, post office, farm house, and stone bridge were among the projects that were recognized by the Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia as 2011 Preservation Achievement Award winners.
Classic Towns
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Design
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Neighborhood Innovation
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Regionalism
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Sustainability
Center City
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Moorestown, NJ
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North Philadelphia
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Northeast
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Northwest
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Wilmington, DE
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