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Forty Philadelphia-area stores will be participating in this year’s Philly Bookstore Crawl this Saturday, with discounts, giveaways, and author talks and signings. Check out the list of participating stores here ↓ billypenn.com/2024/08/22/phi…

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This Saturday’s clothing-optional ride will be a “party with a protest,” both celebrating body positivity and calling for safer streets. billypenn.com/2024/08/23/phi…

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Thousands of cyclists took advantage of a gorgeous Saturday afternoon to get in the 15th annual Philly Naked Bike Ride. While the event included calls for safety, it retained its fun, party flavor. Here are the (NSFW) photos from the ride↓ billypenn.com/2024/08/25/nsf…

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The Center City District, Philly’s downtown business organization, recently announced a new series of mini-open streets events in September. Advocates are hoping for a broader revival of the Philly Free Streets program. billypenn.com/2024/08/26/cen…

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Billy Corgan of the Smashing Pumpkins will showcase his love for the squared circle when the NWA’s 76th Anniversary Show takes place at the 2300 Arena on Saturday, August 31, celebrating “76 years of continuous operation.” billypenn.com/2024/08/27/bil…

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Philadelphia community members from various backgrounds came together on Tuesday evening, Aug. 20, to discuss one of the most politically charged subjects of recent years, immigration, as part of WHYY’s Bridging Blocks neighborhood discussion series. billypenn.com/2024/08/26/why…

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PECO wants to hike its charges for delivering power to homes and businesses by 12.3% in January. That would amount to $16.67 a month more — or $200 a year — for the typical residential customer bill, followed by another increase of $2.07 per month in 2026. billypenn.com/2024/08/27/pec…

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The 2024 Paralympics are kicking off in Paris and this Philly-trained judo champ is hoping for gold. billypenn.com/2024/02/16/par…

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The Philly Fringe Festival returns with 312 Philly shows and more than 1,000 performances. Don’t worry, though: We can help make the lineup less daunting and all fun, the way it's meant to be enjoyed! billypenn.com/2024/08/28/phi…

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Hittin' Season's John Stolnis looks ahead to red-hot Braves visit to Philadelphia, the first series at home the Phillies have had against Atlanta since the season opener. A lot has changed since then. billypenn.com/2024/08/29/hit…

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Republican Senate candidate David McCormick’s campaign account shared a news clip as fresh criticism of incumbent Sen. Bob Casey’s stance on border security. Problem is that the Philadelphia in the story was not the right one. billypenn.com/2024/08/29/dav…

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Goodbye, double-decker, blue-and-yellow Megabus buses. Hello, green-and-white Peter Pan coaches. billypenn.com/2024/08/29/meg…

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With the release of the studies, council and the mayor will soon have to commit to advancing or blocking the 76ers' plan to build a new arena on in Philly's Market East corridor. billypenn.com/2024/08/30/imp…

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A lot has happened since the Eagles season ended and you might not have paid attention. That's why we've created the casual fans' guide to the Eagles' 2024 season. Give it a look and be prepared for the inevitable convos this week. billypenn.com/2024/09/02/cas…

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Black Circus Week runs Sept. 6 through Sept. 11 as part of the Cannonball Festival and the Philadelphia Fringe Festival, offering nearly a dozen different acts. billypenn.com/2024/08/31/bla…

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Just four days after winning gold in rowing, Kennett Square native and Drexel University alum Justin Best reached another major milestone in his life, in style, proposing to marry his girlfriend, Lainey Duncan. billypenn.com/2024/09/03/jus…

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The Birds are back, baby. The team starts the season this Friday, Sept. 6, in Sao Paolo, Brazil, facing off against the Green Bay Packers before returning home to the Linc for Monday Night Football on Sept. 16 vs. Atlanta Falcons. billypenn.com/2024/09/02/cas…

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After a rough start to August, the team bounced back late — and the schedule looks good for a stretch run, writes Hittin' Season's John Stolnis. billypenn.com/2024/09/03/hit…