Public Safety

Police face criticism over Gayborhood response during Pride month

Philadelphia police are receiving criticism for their response to an incident in the Gayborhood during Pride month. The morning roundup also includes PennDOT travel tips and new Herr's chip flavors celebrating American themes.

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Culture

Herr's launches patriotic chip flavors for America's 250th birthday

Local chip maker Herr's has announced winners of its "Flavored by Philly" contest with cheese and barbecue varieties representing freedom, liberty and unity. The new flavors are part of celebrations for America's 250th birthday in 2026.

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Culture

Walnut Hill neighborhood remains hidden despite high visibility

The Walnut Hill neighborhood sits in plain sight along the 52nd Street El but remains lesser-known to many Philadelphians. This city guide explores the neighborhood of intersections that people frequently travel through but rarely stop to explore.

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Community

Philly weekly events: June 8 to 14

A curated list of events happening across Philadelphia this week, offering residents and visitors plenty of options for entertainment and activities throughout the city.

Culture

Pepperpot performance at What Now: 2026 festival

A multi-disciplinary performance celebrating the Black women who made the liberating pepperpot soup in 18th-century Philadelphia, bringing their peddlers' songs to life as part of the city's cultural festival.