Culture

Lemon Hill hosts fan fest for World Cup opening game

Philadelphia is celebrating the FIFA World Cup with a fan fest at Lemon Hill for Game 1 of the tournament. Mexico faces South Africa in the opening match as the city kicks off its role as a World Cup host city.

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Health

Philadelphia expands Wellness Court for addiction treatment

The city has expanded its Wellness Court program to help more people struggling with addiction access treatment instead of incarceration. The expansion aims to provide additional resources for neighborhoods like Kensington that have been heavily impacted by the opioid crisis.

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Public Safety

Camden residents demand permanent closure of scrap metal recycler

Residents and advocates are urging Camden to permanently shut down a scrap metal recycling facility after the latest fire. The city has suspended the junkyard's license, but residents say the response is too little, too late given the ongoing safety concerns.

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Sports

FIFA World Cup Lemon Hill Fan Fest

Watch the World Cup opening game featuring Mexico vs. South Africa at a free fan fest in Fairmount Park as Philadelphia kicks off its historic role as a host city.

Community

Dog-friendly activities in Fishtown

Explore Fishtown's Palmer Doggie Depot and other pet-friendly spots in this vibrant neighborhood just north of Center City.