Opinion

Philly Jazz Scene Grows with Black Squirrel and Cellar Dog

Philadelphia’s jazz culture has deepened with the arrival of two new venues, Black Squirrel Club in Fishtown and Cellar Dog in Center City.  The venues join a legacy of iconic...

Fishtown’s Bastia and Amy’s Pastelillos Named Among Best Restaurants in America

Two Fishtown restaurants, Bastia and Amy’s Pastelillos, have earned spots on Esquire’s prestigious 2024 list of the “Best Restaurants in America.”  The list highlights 35 standout establishments across 17 states...

Beware socialist-backed candidates

By Pete Smith Terrorism is the unlawful use of violence and intimidation, especially against civilians, in the pursuit of political aims, as defined by the...

FDA must step it up for Pennsylvania’s children

By Ron Klink There is a deadly fentanyl crisis plaguing the nation, and our state has not been spared. According to then-Attorney General Shapiro, fentanyl...

We all have a role in protecting democracy

By Lauren Cristella With the 2020 election still being litigated through multiple indictments of a former president, it’s easy to feel a roller coaster of...

Improving K–12 civic literacy is an investment in our democracy

By Aizaz Gill The 2022 midterm elections results demonstrated that more Pennsylvania voters are rejecting partisan rancor and seeking common ground. While this is a...

Letter to the Editor

Allan Domb is right for the Riverwards With the building in the Riverwards and the level of vacant lots and buildings throughout the city, we...
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