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Lincoln Mill immerses daring souls in interactive haunted house experience
PHILADELPHIA (WPHL) — A horror story is playing out in the Manayunk neighborhood of Philadelphia, as Lincoln Mill Haunted House returns for a 3rd season terrorizing daring souls who visit the mill on Main Street. Unlike many frightening productions, Lincoln Mill is the only story-driven haunted house in the northeast that immerses visitors in its […]
Philadelphia sees a decline in drug overdose deaths among residents for the first time in 5 years, data show
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Fewer Philadelphians are dying from drug overdoses, according to new city data released Wednesday, which shows a decline in fatalities for the first time in five years. Data...
Simone Biles excites young Philly gymnasts as she heads to Wells Fargo Center for Gold Over America Tour
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Philadelphia will welcome gymnastics legend Simone Biles on Friday as she headlines the “Gold Over America Tour” at the Wells Fargo Center, showcasing her renowned acrobatic talents alongside other stars.
Philadelphia celebrates completion of Montgomery Avenue Bridge project
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker recently joined with the city’s Department of Streets and federal representatives to celebrate the completion of the city’s first major project to be funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), the reconstructed Montgomery Avenue Bridge. BIL money funded 80 percent of the $17 million bridge replacement project with Pennsylvania funding […] The post Philadelphia celebrates completion of Montgomery Avenue Bridge project appeared first on Transportation Today.
Investigation: Imposter rideshare drivers are an increasing problem, PPA warns
Officials say imposter rideshare drivers are an increasing problem.They're drivers who don't work on licensed platforms like Uber and Lyft or for metered taxis.Authorities warn the issue is only expected to get worse with the Phillies in the playoffs.The Investigative Team found these drivers are approaching people at high volume locations, including not only sporting events but at concerts and the airport.When our team went to the Philadelphia International Airport to see the issue firsthand, within a few minutes of sitting at the rideshare taxi pickup, we were approached and asked if we "needed a ride.""I got Square. You can...
This Week's Vendor Lineup at Sunday's Rancocas Woods Farmers Market
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The Rancocas Woods Farmers Market's 2024 season is in full swing! The Market is back this weekend on Sunday, October 6. The Market is scheduled to run every Sunday through October 13 from 10AM to 2PM and is located outdoors at 118 Creek Road, behind Creek Mercantile off of Conestoga Road. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTEREvery week, residents and visitors will be able to shop farm-fresh produce, local baked goods and more. A donation-based outdoor yoga class will also take place each week starting at 10AM, so bring your mat and water! The...
Wawa’s Fast Food-like Items Make it the Envy of All Who Do Not Have One Nearby
Wawa, the mega-popular Delaware County-based convenience store chain, is a source of envy for many who do not have one nearby. Wawa, the mega-popular Delaware County-based convenience store chain, is a source of envy for many who do not have one nearby, writes Stephanie Oliveira Nguyen for The Daily Meal.
Black-Owned Seafood Restaurants In Philadelphia
Philly cheesesteaks and hoagies take center stage when people visit Philadelphia. It’s the first thing on everyone’s foodie bucket list, and for good reason. However, that’s not the only thing Philly should be known for. Several bodies of water surround Philadelphia, and with any coastal city, seafood should be at the top of your mind. What restaurants offer… Continue reading Black-Owned Seafood Restaurants In Philadelphia
Two Pennsylvania Cities Named Best Foodie Cities in U.S.
When it comes to foodie cities, Pennsylvania has a lot to offer. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh are two cities that stand out in the culinary world. Both cities are making their mark when it comes to food scenes that offer variety, quality, and uniqueness. According to a recent study by WalletHub,...
Opinion: I feel safe for the first time leaving PA for college. That’s wrong.
For the first time in my life, I’m living somewhere other than Philadelphia. I’m now a freshman at Yale University, in New Haven, Connecticut. It’s exciting yet scary to be living somewhere new and unknown. But preparing for college and moving away has also been an eye opening experience. It’s made me realize that some of the things I consider normal are not normal to other kids my age. Like the constant anxiety that a shooting could happen at any moment at or around school.
RoxtoberFest adds new attractions: ‘Spocktoberfest,’ Scarecrow Walk
PHILADELPHIA (WPHL) — The 12th Annual RoxtoberFest is taking over Ridge Avenue in the Roxborough neighborhood of Philadelphia on Saturday, October 5. The fall festival is welcoming families to enjoy the day with a traditional German beer fest mixed with a line-up of musical entertainment, hundreds of vendors and food trucks, cemetery tours, costume contests, games […]
SEPTA Finally Installing 100 More Gates to Prevent Fare Evasion in Philly
SEPTA — the Philadelphia area's largest commuter transit service — is FINALLY addressing one of the biggest issues customers face each and every day on its services. SEPTA just announced it will be expanding its program to combat fare evasion in a big way. They will be installing...
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